Arts
CAED/Architecture Summer Career Workshop
CAED/Architecture Summer Career Workshop is a 4-week residential or commuter program run by Cal Poly College of Architecture and Environmental Design. Open to: high school students at least 16 years old.
- Last cycle's deadline
- Not posted
- 2027 date not posted yet
- Cost
- Paid, aid available
- Who can apply
- See details
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 4 weeks
- Residential or commuter
What students do
Students work in a design studio Monday through Saturday and learn design fundamentals, 3D modeling, and portfolio development. The workshop also introduces related fields such as architectural engineering, landscape architecture, and city planning, and ends with a gallery exhibition.
- Architecture
- Design studio
- 3D modeling
- Portfolio development
Key facts
- Run by
- Cal Poly College of Architecture and Environmental Design
- Where
- San Luis Obispo, CA (residential or commuter)
- Who can apply
- High school students at least 16 years oldMinimum age 16 and in high school; graduating seniors may attend if they are not over 18 during the workshop; commuters must stay with family in the Central Coast area.
- Dates
- June 28 to July 24, 2026These are the 2026 dates. 2027 dates are not posted yet.
- Cost
- $7,300 residential, covers all expenses except 4 to 5 meals; $3,600 commuter, includes daily lunches and Tuesday dinners
- Deadline
- Not postedApplication opens February 13, 2026 at noon (registration).
- Selectivity
- Typical enrollment is approximately 80 to 85 students.
How a mentor helps with your CAED/Architecture Summer Career Workshop application
- Decide whether CAED/Architecture Summer Career Workshop fits, and which similar programs to apply to alongside it.
- Work backward from the deadline so essays, recommendations, and forms are not left to the last week.
- Draft and revise the essays or short answers with one-on-one feedback.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the CAED/Architecture Summer Career Workshop application deadline?
The program has not posted a deadline. Check the official site.
How much does CAED/Architecture Summer Career Workshop cost?
$7,300 residential, covers all expenses except 4 to 5 meals; $3,600 commuter, includes daily lunches and Tuesday dinners. Financial aid is available.
Who can apply to CAED/Architecture Summer Career Workshop?
High school students at least 16 years old. Minimum age 16 and in high school; graduating seniors may attend if they are not over 18 during the workshop; commuters must stay with family in the Central Coast area.
How hard is it to get into CAED/Architecture Summer Career Workshop?
Typical enrollment is approximately 80 to 85 students.
Read from the program’s own site and last checked 2026-10-09. Programs change dates, fees, and requirements each year, so confirm on the official site before you apply. Dewey Smart is not affiliated with this program.
