ARE Bootcamp Reviews

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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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Jennifer Estime

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“The Set Syllabus and having a community of folks to study with and discuss while keeping me accountable. When I took these tests years ago, I was ready to deep dive but when I got stuck, I didn't know where to go to come up for air. Ultimately, test day was fixed with uncertainty on certain topic that I never became an unstuck concepts and play of words. Here at YA Bootcamp, I can chat with the Team, go through supporting documents to work through all the content of the test. Create my own practice questions when hosting meet up discussions. I have a busy hectic schedule, so being able to have a syllabus and structured study strategy was just the framework I needed to put in the work to prep properly for my test. Variety of content that worked for me on my commutes, runs, and even while walking the dog. Whether it is listening to Podcast, downtime to reading, Videos on repeat of contracts during long runs all the content allows me to learn and relearn in different ways, so I can be best professional I can be for the long run in the end.”

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Posted 2 months ago

Wesley Stoltzfus

Verified Reviewer

“The meetups, boot camp, content, and networking with peers are the best ways to learn and pass the ARE. Young Architect has it all!”

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Posted 2 months ago

Natalie Jabiro

Verified Reviewer

“The biggest game-changer for me was how the Pro Practice Bootcamp broke down dense, intimidating content into manageable and clearly structured lessons. Each module built logically on the last, and it wasn’t just about memorizing information. It was about truly understanding how everything connects in practice. The clarity and organization of the material gave me the confidence I needed to walk into my first ARE exam (Construction Evaluation) and pass it with ease. I felt prepared, calm, and focused because of this course. Looking forward to finishing the professional practice exams and joining the technical bootcamp!”

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Posted 2 months ago

“I attended the Young Architect Academy boot camp, and it was both incredibly helpful and inspiring. Michel, our coach, provided us with a clear study plan: he assigned coursework, shared reading schedules, recommended how much time to spend on each topic, and curated study guides, reading outlines, and video materials. We also met weekly as a group, where one of us would paraphrase ARE practice questions and we’d take turns answering them—an exercise that sharpened our exam skills and boosted our confidence. In short, the Young Architect Academy is the perfect place to start your ARE journey. With dedication, their structured guidance will carry you all the way to the finish line”

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Posted 2 months ago

Aviva Childress

Verified Reviewer

“Being presented the material in a digestible, streamlined format and joining a community of individuals with the same goal was a game-changer. The practice questions that are formatted well for on-the-go studying have played a big part for me in preparing for the exams, as they allowed me to practice information recall and squeeze in more study time first thing in the morning, before bed, or waiting at the doctor's office.”

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Posted 2 months ago

“ARE Bootcamp was great for studying. The community and leadership was encouraging and uplifting which is something that is needed during this process. Weekly meetings and keeping eachother accountable with their studies pushes you to drive it home. Would highly recommend ARE Bootcamp whether you are just starting out, or struggling and not sure how to proceed.”

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Posted 2 months ago

William Herrick

Verified Reviewer

“I had been using Black Spectacles for a while and felt like I hit a plateau—I was absorbing a lot of information but still struggling to pass. After failing a couple of sections, I knew I needed a different approach to get over the hump. That’s when I tried ARE Boot Camp, and it made all the difference. The way the material is broken down, the accountability, and the support from the community helped everything finally click. I passed three exams back-to-back after switching to ARE Boot Camp, and I can honestly say it gave me the momentum and confidence I was missing before. These tests are monsters and if you’ve been spinning your wheels with other programs, this one is absolutely worth the shot.”

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Posted 2 months ago

Daniel Guareno

Verified Reviewer

“Started bootcamp in August 2024, and still continuing strong taking the exams and using Young Architect Academy resource, their community is phenominal and they provide a lot of information and structure to be successful through your journey. Really appreciate it this bootcamp and getting me on the way to becoming a license architect, but also a better architect in general. Thank you!”

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Posted 2 months ago