Middle School Architecture
This program combines academic courses, interactive labs, and recreational activities to give middle school students a supportive, fun, and enriching summer experience.
Summer Springboard Middle School program
Program Highlights
Residential Tuition :
$2,898
Commuter Tuition:
$1,498
**Tuition will increase on December 1st, 2024**
Session 3:
July 20, 2025
July 25, 2025
Session 4:
July 27, 2025
August 1, 2025
Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
Testimonials
Course Overview
Students in this program will be introduced to the creative world of architecture through the lens of Berkeley’s rich architectural tapestry, where every building students may visit tells a story. Your budding architect will explore fundamental design principles, sustainability concepts, and the interplay between buildings and community. Armed with sketchpad and pencil, students will be challenged with a design project of their own creation while spending time in the field learning basic field drawing and quick sketching. Students will develop their spatial thinking, creative problem-solving skills, and their understanding of the built environment around them. This program caters to students with varying design abilities, fostering a supportive environment where each student can grow and express their unique architectural vision.
Student tuition supplement will cover the cost of learning materials that include drafting equipment, sketchbooks, and sketching supplies (for them to keep).
Meet your instructor
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.
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 in and around the incredible Bay Area. Outside of course specific studies the students will explore all that Berkeley has to offer! With so much rich history, breathtaking sights, parks and famed landmarks at our fingertips there is something for everyone to discover!
Course Structure
There are five 3-hour class sessions over the one-week course. During the week, students have class from 9am-12pm, Monday - Friday (program check-out is on Friday at 2:30pm). Wednesday afternoon will be dedicated to additional academic time with possible excursions and/or guest speakers.
ADDITIONAL INFO
The Middle School programs operate separately from Summer Springboard high school programs with separate staff, accommodations, classes, and a more structured environment. For students completing grades 6-8.
