High School Summer Architecture Program

Build a career in architecture.

At the NSLC on Architecture, you’ll explore how creative vision meets structural design to shape the world around us. Through hands-on workshops and collaborative projects, you’ll learn how architects balance aesthetics, function, and sustainability to solve real-world design challenges. Sketch, model, and experiment with digital tools as you collaborate with peers and develop your own architectural style.

The NSLC is proud to partner with The American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS), a nonprofit, student-run organization dedicated to advancing leadership, design, and service among architecture students.

It was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. I got to meet so many new people that completely changed my perception of the world.

Marianne, Costa Rica

Guest Speakers

Gain industry insights.

Interact with guest speakers from a variety of backgrounds that bring practical knowledge and real-world experiences to the Architecture program.

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Trips & Tours

Go beyond the classroom.

Gain a new perspective on architecture through field trips that uncover how the industry works behind the scenes. A mix of educational and sightseeing tours allow you to explore the city surrounding the university.

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Georgetown University Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • The School of Architecture and Planning at The Catholic University of America
  • Virginia Tech Innovation Campus
  • Clark Construction Site Tour
  • Architecture Firm
  • Capitol Hill & Smithsonian Museums
  • Washington at Night
  • Historic Georgetown

Leadership
is in our name.

Each NSLC program contains a leadership curriculum designed to teach skills that can apply to all areas of life. Workshops on personality styles, communication and listening, resilience, and empathy set the foundation for a successful future, no matter where it may lead.

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Life on a College Campus

Dates, Locations, & Tuition

NSLC provides an immersive pre-college experience that prepares students for life beyond high school, allowing them to study in university classrooms, learn to navigate a campus, and experience living with roommates. All students are required to reside in supervised campus dormitories and will be provided meals through campus dining services.

What does my tuition include?

Georgetown University

Washington, DC

$4,395 Residential

Summer 2026

Jun 12 - Jun 20

Jun 24 - Jul 2

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Georgetown University Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • The School of Architecture and Planning at The Catholic University of America
  • Virginia Tech Innovation Campus
  • Clark Construction Site Tour
  • Architecture Firm
  • Capitol Hill & Smithsonian Museums
  • Washington at Night
  • Historic Georgetown

Tuition Resources

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Pay over time.

Flexible plans allow you to pay monthly – until 30 days before your program – at no additional fee.
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Protect your tuition.

Affordable trip insurance protects your investment in case of emergency.
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Apply for a scholarship.

NSLC awards more than $500,000 in scholarships each year.
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Earn College Credit

NSLC has partnered with American University to offer an online college credit opportunity for students across all our programs and locations. AU’s faculty-taught courses are completed at home outside the dates of your program and tailored to complement your area of study.

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