Summer Design Academy
Exploring Design in Architecture, Interior Design & Digital Arts
Learn about digital design practice and explore the history, theory, and future of design across the fields of architecture, interior design, and digital art in one of the world’s most iconic cities.
Our Summer Design Academy program introduces you to state-of-the-art professional methods and technologies, preparing you for a dynamic future at college and in your career. Enjoy full access to New York Tech’s professional design facilities, including an open studio with a view of Central Park, as well as computer labs, model fabrication shops, CAD and other technology tools, and more.
- Learn how to use artificial intelligence with digital design, integrating software and fabrication hardware to create drawings, objects, models, prototypes, renderings, gaming, animation, and videos.
- Gain intellectual critical thinking, making, and visualization skills through college-level presentations, discussions, and mentorship.
- Visit design museums, professional offices, and studios.
- Think, experiment, and imagine through making within the context of digital fabrication and creative technology.
Program Details
The Summer Design Academy consists of two 1-credit college courses. Upon successful completion of a course, students will be able to request a New York Tech transcript showing their earned credit(s) and grade(s).
NOTE: Housing is not available during the summer sessions.
Session One: Studio Workshop
July 6–10
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Lunch break from 1 – 2 p.m.
No lunch provided.)
New York Tech-New York City
1855 Broadway
Investigation of selected topics in architectural design.
Session Two: Portfolio Development
July 13–17
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Lunch break from 1 – 2 p.m. No lunch provided.)
New York Tech-New York City
1855 Broadway
Students will create artworks to support the development of a solid first-year portfolio for computer graphics and graphic design majors.
Join Us!
High school and college-level students from all academic fields are welcome and encouraged to apply. Prospective students need not be currently enrolled in an academic institution. Some practical knowledge of digital design and 3-D modeling software is useful but not required.
Costs & Fees
- Course Tuition and Fees: $1,100. The cost of basic fabrication materials is included in tuition.
- Payment due: Due in full upon registration.
All program costs are non-refundable, except in cases when classes are canceled.
Payment Instructions
- Claim your New York Tech account. You will receive an email with instructions within 24-48 hours of registering.
- Visit my.nyit.edu. Navigate to the Student Service HUB.
- Select My Student Account to make a payment. You may be online by credit card, eCheck/ACH, or 529 College Savings Plan. (NOTE: Disregard any message about late registration fees—you will not be charged any additional fees.)
Deadlines
Registration is on a rolling basis. Space is limited, so please submit your application as early as possible.
Registration/Payment Deadline: June 21
Contact Us
Please contact Anthony Caradonna at acarad01@nyit.edu with any questions.