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About Young Architect:

Young Architect began collecting customer reviews on Reviews.io in June 2025.

About Young Architect:

Since 2013, we've helped over 20,000 emerging architects on their path to licensure. Through our coaching and online programs, we've created 200+ hours of video content and 1,000+ practice questions, designed to support your success.

Our flagship program, the ARE Boot Camp, offers an innovative approach to preparing for the ARE:

Learn exactly what to study, when to study it, and how to align your preparation with NCARB’s objectives. It’s a method found nowhere else, and a big reason why Young Architect continues to be a leader in the ARE test-prep industry.

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Susan Movassagh

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“ARE Bootcamp has been a game-changer for me. After multiple failed attempts and struggling to balance a full-time job, parenting, and a long commute, I had almost lost hope of ever passing my exams. But joining the Bootcamp gave me the structure, motivation, and support I needed to succeed. Mike Risica’s guidance on time management, study planning, and use of resources combined with weekly check-ins, study logs, and the accountability of the Bootcamp community helped me pass several exams. Being surrounded by other professionals on the same journey made a huge difference in staying focused and not giving up. I highly recommend joining the ARE Bootcamp if you’re looking for a proven path forward in your licensure journey.”

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Isha Fathmath

Verified Reviewer

“The ARE Bootcamp by Young Architect has been a game-changer for me. As someone who really benefits from structure and accountability, this program gave me the direction I was missing in my study process. The study plan was clear and manageable, and the meetups and community kept me motivated every step of the way. It felt great to be part of a group that truly understood the ups and downs of preparing for the exams. I don’t think I could have stayed as focused or consistent without it.”

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Posted 13 hours ago

Kevin Concolino

Verified Reviewer

“This ARE Bootcamp changed my life! Before I met Michael and his team, I tried taking the AREs on my own and failed miserably. I scoured suggested resources, flashcards, YouTube videos, online forums, etc. and felt as prepared as I possibly could be with the resources I had found. Unfortunately on test day I showed up and it felt like I was taking a different exam than I had studied for. I got my score report back and it was dismal. I felt so discouraged and overwhelmed that I was not sure I was ever going to be able to get through the AREs. After putting the tests off for a few years, a work colleague who was also considering joining the bootcamp referred me to Michael. Michael was very responsive, especially given our different time zones, and took the time to walk me through what makes the bootcamp so unique and successful. I emphasized my biggest concern was that I did not know where to start - what should I spend my time studying? What do I need to know? What are the best resources? Should I spend hours making my own flashcards? Ultimately I needed a coach who would answer my many questions and guide me through the test preparation process. Not only did Michael and his team do that, but they provided me with so much more! Through structured syllabuses, practice questions, check-ins, meetups, and a community of peers going through the same thing, I now had more support than I could have hoped for. Michael, his team, and this new community supported me through my ARE journey as I was able to pass nearly every exam on my first attempt. Now, I am now a California licensed architect - something I had been dreaming about since I was 5 years old! Thank you Young Architect, ARE Bootcamp, my fellow bootcampers, and Michael Riscica!”

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Posted 20 hours ago

Page Robbins

Verified Reviewer

“The Technical Bootcamp has been absolutely amazing! I had failed my last two tests a couple of times and was feeling really defeated. I decided to give this a try, and I’m so glad I did. The fact that they stick with you until you pass and offer continued support the whole way through is more valuable than I can put into words. The community support has been a huge help—it’s reassuring to know I’m not alone in this tough process. I also love the meetups and all the great discussions we have!”

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Posted 1 day ago

Leticia Garcia

Verified Reviewer

“Bootcamp tells you exactly what to study, you just have to do it and you'll pass! I felt like this program was worth the investment in myself. I recommend bootcamp to any of my friends and coworkers in the industry that is pursuing their license. This program not only helped me pass my exams, but I made friends with people from all over the country and we worked together to achieve a common goal by keeping each other accountable. This program brings out the best in people seeking their licensure. I truly could not have done this so efficiently without the YA Bootcamps to get me across the finish line!”

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Posted 2 days ago

Olivia Vander Heiden

Verified Reviewer

“I was hestitant to join ARE Bootcamp at first because of the cost. I tried to study on my own, failed my first exam, and completely lost momentum. I didn't know where to go from that first fail, so I decided it was time to bite the bullet and pay for ARE bootcamp. It is honestly one of the best investments I've made. The material, the coaches, and people you meet through this journey are amazing. Not only do you gain access to great content, but you have the support of coaches in the background and others that are studying as well. Everyone is extremely helpful. It makes this process less intimidating and even a little fun.”

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Posted 2 days ago

Breta Bishop

Verified Reviewer

“Gives you the tools you need to conquer the exams as well as a support system for all of the bumps and challenges along the way. If you're getting started and don't know how or where, this is the place. If you've started testing and are on the verge of giving up, this is the place to get back on track.”

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Posted 2 days ago

Gabe Florimon

Verified Reviewer

“The coaching/guidance process created a really beneficial structure for me to follow personally and to anchor my study efforts around. For me it was worth the investment to cut down the time and I really was able to draw out all that I needed to be successful in my ARE attempts. Prior to the bootcamps it felt there was a daunting information vacuum and the bootcamps were good lighthouses in that journey. Greatly appreciate the program.”

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Posted 2 days ago