Resources
These resources and links offer opportunities for middle-school through undergraduate college students to learn more about the field of architecture, and offer ways to gain hands-on experience through camps and competitions.
For Students + Parents
GRAPHISOFT On-Demand Learning Bundle
Your Guide to a Career in Architecture
This guide produced by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards is a resource designed for high school students who want to consider a career in architecture. It offers students information on how to get their architecture education started as well as insights into the pathway to becoming an architect.
K–12 Pathway Initiatives
Believing one is never too young to begin thinking like an architect, the American Institute of Architects K–12 initiatives follow a blueprint with three key goals in mind:
inspire youth to learn about the power of design
nourish youth’s curiosity to engage in solving grand challenges with design thinking
connect with mentors and advocates who can help students become architects
Project Pipeline Summer Camps
Local chapters of the National Organization of Minority Architects sponsor summer camps for 6th–12th grade students of color to provide opportunities to learn the fundamentals of architecture and design. Using the city as the classroom, architects and designers guide and encourage Project Pipeline students to create the designs they would like to see in their own communities. Not only do students create designs, but they are also connected with mentors in the architecture field to help guide their interests. For many students, Project Pipeline is their first introduction to the design world.
For Parents + Counselors
Your Guide to Helping Students Consider a Career in Architecture
This guide produced by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards is a resource designed for school counselors and educators to help discuss the possibilities of pursuing a career in architecture with their students. The guide offers insights into the skills students need to advance in architecture education as well as the process for becoming an architect.