Offsite — Advanced Design

Offsite Student

Offsite Student is a 10-week program designed to equip individuals with the fundamental skills necessary for a career in industrial design.

Begin your journey

If you're just discovering industrial design, have never sketched or used CAD, or are simply intrigued by the design of everyday objects, this program is for you. Participants will learn to sketch effectively, understand the core principles of industrial design, familiarize themselves with basic design methodologies, experiment with diverse design tools, and deeply comprehend the design process. This program is tailored for anyone, from recent high school graduates to seasoned professionals, looking to pivot into the field of industrial design.

Who you are

You're looking to build a foundational skill set in industrial design.

You're a high school student entering college or university.

You're a working professional who wants to move into the field of industrial design.

You want to see what it takes to become an industrial designer before committing.

The best engineers, marketers, and business people at your company don't have a design eye. You will.

For those taking the leap into a graduate program and wanting to show up with sharper skills, a stronger network, and the confidence to back it up.

Summer 2026

Registration
April 27 – June 12

Orientation
June 13

Start
June 15

End
August 21

Explore the courses

Digital Tools
with Spencer Nugent

Discourse
with Spencer Nugent

Methods
with Kat Reiser

Sketching I
with Hector Silva

Schedule

(CST)

Digital Tools I
Wednesday, 12PM–3PM

Methods
Thursday, 3:30PM–4:30PM

Sketching I
Monday, 9AM–11AM

Discourse
Monday, 12PM–1:30PM

What you get

A certificate of completion.*

4 studio courses taught by working designers to jump-start your journey to becoming a designer.

Office hours with your instructors.

10 weeks of 100+ hours of course content.

Work samples that you can include in your portfolio.

A collaborative online studio environment through the Offsite Slack.

A global studio experience with peers from around the world.

Networking, socialization, and relaxation with community game nights, happy hours, and more.

*Completion is contingent upon program results evaluated by our educators.

Pricing

Early Bird ends May 22

~~$2750~~ $2500

Register

Congratulations on your progress; now it's time to secure your place by registering to Offsite.

Before you register:
Review course details (schedule, content, instructors). Use a Gmail address—it will be your permanent contact. This form is for non-scholarship applicants only.

Offsite Scholarship

Closed

One of Offsite's core missions is expanding access for BIPOC students through scholarships designed for those with genuine financial need. Scholarships are limited — applicants seeking free tuition without demonstrated hardship will not be considered.

To apply you must identify as BIPOC, share your aspirations as a student and designer, and if selected, be available for an online interview.

Please note: this cohort will be our most competitive yet. Due to the current political climate, several of our benefactors have withdrawn funding, making financial assistance especially limited this cycle.

Q&A

Courses are set to begin June 15, 2026.
You now have the flexibility to choose single or multiple courses from our extensive course catalog. Visit Offsite Plus to explore our range of offerings!
BIPOC stands for "Black, Indigenous, and People of Color," an inclusive term highlighting the distinct struggles and histories of these groups, acknowledging their varied experiences of discrimination compared to each other and to white individuals. It includes people of African, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern descent, and Native American or Indigenous descent from around the world.
To best accommodate your unique background and goals at Offsite, please email us — we're eager to arrange a meeting and discuss customizing the program for you.
Offsite offers flexible pacing with Offsite Plus, allowing you to opt for a full schedule or just a few courses based on your availability, with convenient online and recorded sessions for later access.
Upon completion of this program, you'll be given a certificate of completion. This certificate represents your completion of the course under the instruction of working industry leaders, and holds the merit that you've understood and mastered all elements of the course content.
Offsite wants to offer course content that can be accessible to all at an affordable price. Due to our remote learning situation, we've cut out all fees bound to location-based learning. This allows you to live in your day-to-day without breaking the bank while still accessing quality design education.
Offsite will be held within US time zones only. Recorded content will be readily available, and instructors will coordinate with students on review sessions.
- Laptop (MacBook or PC)
- We recommend waiting until Week 1 of Offsite, when your instructors will share the specific materials you'll need for their course.
- Access to presentation software (Keynote, PowerPoint, or Google Slides)
- Access to a good internet connection
- Making sure you don't have audio issues

Have a question?

If you're unsure about which courses to take, don't hesitate to contact us, and we'll be happy to assist you on this journey!

Please review any additional information through our Terms & Conditions.

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