Summer Springboard
Middle School Architecture
ON THE CAMPUS OF VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY
THIS PROGRAM COMBINES ACADEMIC COURSES, INTERACTIVE LABS, AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES TO GIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS A SUPPORTIVE, FUN, AND ENRICHING SUMMER EXPERIENCE.
THIS IS A ONE-WEEK PROGRAM WHERE YOU’LL FOCUS ON ONE COURSE FOR THE ENTIRE DURATION.
Middle School Architecture
- Explore the architectural design process through hands-on challenges that transform ideas into functional, inhabitable spaces.
- Learn sustainable design principles and how architects create environmentally responsible, efficient spaces.
- Develop skills in architectural drawing, model-making, and the tools used to bring design concepts to life.
- Gain insight into urban planning, design innovation, and career opportunities in architecture.
- Discover how architecture shapes communities and everyday life through collaborative studio projects and creative exploration.
- Strengthen problem-solving, spatial reasoning, and visual communication skills through guided design projects.
Summer Springboard
Middle School Architecture
About This Course
Discover the world of architecture in Summer Springboard’s Architecture program, where students explore how creative ideas become functional, inspiring spaces. Set against Nashville’s unique architectural landscape, students examine how historic landmarks, modern developments, and vibrant neighborhoods reflect the relationship between architecture, culture, and community.
Through hands-on design challenges, sketching, and guided projects, students explore foundational concepts such as structure, scale, and sustainability while developing their own design ideas. Along the way, they strengthen their creative problem-solving, spatial reasoning, and visual communication skills in a collaborative studio environment. Open to all experience levels, the program encourages creativity, curiosity, and confidence.
TOPICS YOU'LL EXPLORE
Hands-on Learning
Students will have the opportunity to engage with highly accomplished specialists in this field. Hands-on learning is experienced through company visits around the incredible Nashville area.
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“The experience was very fun. The classes were well prepared and organized. The excursions planned were cool as well. Overall, the experience of this camp was amazing!”
– Alexis W. | SSB Middle School Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Middle School Architecture
Meet Your Instructor
Instructor Information Coming Soon!
Courses are taught by accomplished and passionate faculty recruited from many area colleges, universities and professional forums. Each faculty member is selected for their subject area expertise and proven ability to both challenge and captivate students.
Summer Springboard
Middle School Architecture
Dates & Tuition
| 2027 Dates |
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| Session 1: June 13 – June 18, 2027 |
Click here to enroll in this course using our online enrollment form.
| Tuition |
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| Residential Tuition: $2,798* |
| Commuter Tuition: $1,398* |
| Course Supplement: $250 |
*Apply by November 30 to lock in the lowest prices of the year. Tuition increases on December 1.
Tuition Protection Plan: Allows for cancellation for any reason up until the day of the program.
| Location |
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| City: Nashville |
| State: Tennessee |
| Campus: Vanderbilt University |
Summer Springboard programs are not run by our campus partners (with the exception of Cal Poly and NYSID which are run in partnership with SSB). Universities and their affiliated departments and partners do not control and are not responsible or liable in any manner for any part of the Summer Springboard program.