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Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)Selective

Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning: Future Leaders in Planning

A free, in-person program for high school students exploring urban planning, sustainability, and public policy in the Chicago region. Participants engage with regional planning experts, develop leadership skills, and receive a stipend upon completion.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuterChicago, ILFreeRolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCareer Exploration, Leadership, Community Service

SubjectsUrban Planning, Urban Design, Sustainability, Public Policy, Government, Transportation, Environmental Planning, Community Development

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://cmap.illinois.gov/engagement/future-leaders-in-planning/

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Texas A&M University College of ArchitectureSelective

Texas A&M University School of Architecture: Camp ARCH

A week-long residential summer camp for high school students interested in architecture, construction science, landscape architecture, and urban planning. Students live on campus, attend daily classes in their chosen track, and participate in social activities.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialCollege Station, TX$1,500–$2,999118 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Academic

SubjectsArchitecture, Construction Science, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,500

Websitehttps://www.arch.tamu.edu/academics/high-school-outreach/camp-arch//

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UC Berkeley College of Environmental DesignSelectiveCredit

UC Berkeley's Architecture & Design Summer Programs

UC Berkeley offers three credit-bearing summer programs in architecture and design: the Summer Institute in Environmental Design (6 weeks), DISC: Design + Innovation for Sustainable Cities (5 weeks), and embARC Summer Design Academy (4 weeks) for high school and college students.

Jul · 4–6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialBerkeley, CA$3,000–$6,99999 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsArchitecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, Environmental Design, Sustainable Design, Design Fundamentals

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,800

Websitehttps://ced.berkeley.edu/academics/summer-programs

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University of Miami School of ArchitectureSelectiveCredit

University of Miami: Explorations in Architecture & Design

An intensive three-week studio-based course in architecture and design for high school students, featuring hands-on coursework in design, graphics, theory, and CAD, complemented by urban tours of Miami architectural landmarks.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuterCoral Gables, FL21 days left

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsArchitecture, Design, Landscape Architecture, Historic Preservation, Urban Planning, CAD

Websitehttps://www.arc.miami.edu/academics/summer-programs-for-high-school-students/index.html

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University of Maryland, College Park (Extended Studies)Credit

University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars | School of Architecture

A 3-week summer program offering 40+ university courses across multiple disciplines, including architecture and digital design. Students earn 3 college credits and can choose from campus (in-person) or online delivery options.

Jul · 1–3 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineCollege Park, MD$1,500–$2,999203 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsArchitecture, Digital Fabrication, Urban Design, Graphic Design, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Health Sciences, Environmental Science, Law, CAD Software, Urban Planning, Historic Preservation

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,791

Websitehttps://tys.umd.edu/

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Boston Architectural CollegeCredit

Boston Architectural College: Pre-College Summer Academy

A half-day summer program for high school students ages 14+ exploring architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture through hands-on design skills including sketching, digital design, and model making. Students can earn 3 college credits with no prior experience required.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsCommuterBoston, MA$1,500–$2,999224 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsArchitecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Digital Design, Urban Planning

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,800

Websitehttps://the-bac.edu/pre-college/summer-academy-boston

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Ball State University

Ball State University: DesignWorks Summer Academy

A 2-week residential design workshop for high school juniors and seniors exploring architecture, landscape architecture, and urban planning through studio work, site visits, and design projects on Ball State's campus in Muncie, Indiana.

Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialMuncie, IN$1,500–$2,999Registration at capacity and closed for summer 2026

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsArchitecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, Design Thinking

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,500

Websitehttps://www.bsu.edu/academics/collegesanddepartments/cap/workshops/designworks

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