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Applications are now being accepted.

See below for details.  

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The NewSchool Foundation has partnered with AIA San Diego to secure spots in an ARE and CSE study group, saving students the cost of registration ($250 for AIA members and $350 for non-members). This group is a 16-month training program to complete the ARE; CSE Study Groups are also formed as needed. Modeled after marathon-training regimens, the AIA has developed a long-term schedule to help students and alumni stay on-track. Their group of emerging professionals meets Wednesdays and Saturdays to tackle each of the ARE exams in increments. The group sets their own study agenda and they take the test together the final week of each session. Working alongside other AIA members can ease the sometimes daunting task of preparing for the exam.

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Group Details

AIA San Diego study group site

 

• New group members start at the beginning of each session (approx. every 2 months). The group is currently studying for the ARE 5.0 track.

• What’s Included:

  • AIASD group connection with other peers

  • Unlimited access to study group library

  • Books and documents from recommended publishers and sources for ARE 5.0 - AIA Contracts Brightwood & Ballast 5.0 and more

  • The study material is constantly updated

  • Study Zoom sessions

  • Includes online access to the QBanks: questions and answers, including answer explanations

  • 9 weeks devoted to each exam

  • ( exceptions apply- see schedule)

  • Recommended schedule: Study as a group for the first nine weeks, take exams during week ten, take a break in week eleven and repeat!

• 2024 Schedule

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Who is Eligible

 

The study group is available to current NewSchool students and alumni who have graduated within the last year.

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• Applicant must be registered with NCARB at the time of applying and are able to show proof of registration.

• Applicants must complete a 500 - 1,000 word essay on what receiving this spot in the study group mean for their future.

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Selection process

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The qualifications, motivation and seriousness of an applicant must be demonstrated by the submission of a thoughtful, competent and well-written short essay (500 - 1,000 words).

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The NewSchool Foundation (NSF) and the American Institute of Architects San Diego (AIASD) reserve the right to ownership of all materials submitted and presented for the purpose of print and web publication.

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Submission Deadline: Spots are awarded on a first come/first serve basis until all are filled.

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Selection:  The NewSchool Foundation Scholarship Committee will review and recommend study group spot awards based on available space and the quality of applications. Applicants will be informed of Committee decisions. 

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Questions

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Comments or questions? Please contact Kaylee Drexel – kaylee.drexel@outlook.com

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