Teen Fellows

A free 15-month architecture program at the Chicago Architecture Center for incoming sophomores, juniors and seniors who attend high school in Chicago and the surrounding area. Participants take college courses at Harold Washington College, build physical models, learn design software such as Revit and Rhino, and visit architecture firms. Fellows meet on Saturdays in fall and spring, earn a stipend, and can intern at a local firm in the final summer.

Offered by Chicago Architecture Center. Fellowship for high school students in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 10–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Arts, Engineering, Career

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 10 to 12. It takes place in person in Chicago, Illinois.
Cost
Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Teen Fellows

When is the Teen Fellows deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Teen Fellows free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Teen Fellows?

High school students in grades 10 to 12. It takes place in person in Chicago, Illinois. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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