Join a free study group covering all six ARE exams, one exam division per week. Whether you’re just starting the ARE process or knocking out your last division, come learn from each other’s experience, compare study strategies, and work through practice questions together.
YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH SESSION INDIVIDUALLY.
Session 5: Project Planning & Design (PPD)
This session covers the broad range of knowledge required for the Project Planning & Design division of the ARE. Explore site design, building systems integration, environmental considerations, codes, structural concepts, and design decision-making. Through discussion and practice exercises, participants will develop strategies for tackling complex design scenarios and understanding how systems work together to create cohesive architectural solutions.
Every Weekly Session
Quick rundown of what’s on the exam
Recommended study materials
Honest talk on difficulty and pacing
Real experience and tips from those who’ve taken it
Open Q&A
Group practice questions from NCARB or related resources
Who should join? Anyone pursuing architectural licensure, from AXP beginners to those on their final ARE division.
All experience levels welcome!

