Design Immersion Days

Design Immersion Days (DID) is an immersive four-week summer program that introduces high school students to design and architecture. It is intended to inspire curiosity about the world of design, introduce basic design knowledge and critical thinking skills, and familiarize students with the expansive architecture and design culture of Los Angeles.

Throughout the program, DID students are exposed to examples of design and modes of production at all scales, from analog physical building and traditional drawing to multiple forms of digital output—augmented reality, 3D modeling, 3D printing, and more. In the classroom and beyond, participants explore ways of seeing, thinking, and making that are essential for anyone interested in pursuing a career in architecture or design. The program's activities focus on developing a connection to the geographic, material, and cultural conditions of Los Angeles.

Registration for Design Immersion Days is on a rolling basis until capacity is reached. Early registration is highly recommended to secure a place. The nonrefundable registration fee is required to secure a place in the program.

Scholarship support is available for students whose family income qualifies them to receive financial aid. To apply for a scholarship, applicants must submit all required registration and scholarship materials no later than June 5, 2026.

Registration Process

To secure a spot for Desing Immersion Days (DID), applicants must:

• Complete and submit the Online Registration Form along with the $25 nonrefundable application fee.
• Return the Confirmation of Registration document and pay the registration fee.

DID Scholarship Application Process

Applying for a DID Scholarship involves two steps:

• 1. Complete and submit the Online Registration Form and $25 application fee.
• 2. Submit the following through the Online Registration Form:
• Personal Statement
• Counselor Recommendation Form
• High School Transcript showing GPA

Detailed Registration Requirements

Online Registration Form and Registration Fee

To begin registration, students must complete the Online Registration Form and submit the nonrefundable $25 application fee.

Detailed Scholarship Application Requirements

Personal Statement

The personal statement is an opportunity for the admissions committee to gain insight into the registrant’s interests, motivations, and goals.

Counselor Recommendation Form

This form must be completed by a school official who can verify the applicant’s financial need (e.g. Counselor, Advisor). Applicants are required to provide the email address of the designated school official to whom the form will be sent.

Letter Stating Financial Need

Students who cannot submit a completed Counselor Recommendation Form must submit a letter from a parent/guardian stating financial. The letter should include family net income, number of dependents, and any additional information that will help us determine financial need.

High School Transcript

Students applying for the DID Scholarship are required to provide a copy of their high school transcript showing their most recent grades. Unofficial high school transcripts must be submitted through SlideRoom.

Confirmation of Registration

Students who register for DID will receive an email containing the Confirmation of Registration and Consent Form. Both the student and parent must carefully review, sign, and return these documents to the Office of Admissions to finalize the registration process.

Students awarded a scholarship will receive an email confirming their award and their place in the DID program. This email will include the scholarship details, Confirmation of Registration, and Consent Form. Both the student and parent must carefully review, sign, and return these documents to the Office of Admissions to finalize the registration process.

Design Immersion Days is generously supported US Bank Foundation, Goodwin Family Memorial Trust, and the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.