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Compare ARE 5.0 PcM Exam Prep Bundles

Our Exam Prep Bundles are designed to make sure you have everything you need for exam-day success. There are several bundle options available whether you prefer self paced practice or a live class. Compare each bundle below to find the right study option that fits your learning style.

 

RECOMMENDED
Live Online Course Bundle
Instructor + Passing Guarantee $495.00
$495.00
OnDemand Course Bundle
Choose from monthly, 3, or 6 months Starting at $95.00
Starting at $95.00
Self-Study: Learning Hub Bundle
Choose from monthly, 3, or 6 months Starting at $55.00
Starting at $55.00
Course Features

Interact with your instructor and other classmates during Live Online lectures. Watch bite-sized video lectures in between classes, then ask the instructor questions during live lecture. Live Lecture also features exclusive problem-solving content to review during class. Live lectures on scheduled dates/times help provide structure throughout your course. 

Course Features

Interact with your instructor and other classmates during Live Online lectures. Watch bite-sized video lectures in between classes, then ask the instructor questions during live lecture. Live Lecture also features exclusive problem-solving content to review during class. Live lectures on scheduled dates/times help provide structure throughout your course. 

Includes ENG - Course: Live Online Lectures - Course
Course Features

Interact with your instructor and other classmates during Live Online lectures. Watch bite-sized video lectures in between classes, then ask the instructor questions during live lecture. Live Lecture also features exclusive problem-solving content to review during class. Live lectures on scheduled dates/times help provide structure throughout your course. 

ENG - Course: Live Online Lectures - Course not included
Course Features

Interact with your instructor and other classmates during Live Online lectures. Watch bite-sized video lectures in between classes, then ask the instructor questions during live lecture. Live Lecture also features exclusive problem-solving content to review during class. Live lectures on scheduled dates/times help provide structure throughout your course. 

ENG - Course: Live Online Lectures - Course not included

Connect with your instructor on discussion forums and by email. Your instructor is an expert with years of real-world professional experience and is here to guide you every step of the way.

Connect with your instructor on discussion forums and by email. Your instructor is an expert with years of real-world professional experience and is here to guide you every step of the way.

Includes ENG - Course: Instructor Support - Course

Connect with your instructor on discussion forums and by email. Your instructor is an expert with years of real-world professional experience and is here to guide you every step of the way.

ENG - Course: Instructor Support - Course not included

Connect with your instructor on discussion forums and by email. Your instructor is an expert with years of real-world professional experience and is here to guide you every step of the way.

ENG - Course: Instructor Support - Course not included
We’re so confident in our program that should you fail your exam, you can repeat the OnDemand course for free. Simply complete all homework assignments to qualify for the Passing Guarantee.
We’re so confident in our program that should you fail your exam, you can repeat the OnDemand course for free. Simply complete all homework assignments to qualify for the Passing Guarantee.
Includes ENG - Course: Passing Guarantee - Course
We’re so confident in our program that should you fail your exam, you can repeat the OnDemand course for free. Simply complete all homework assignments to qualify for the Passing Guarantee.
ENG - Course: Passing Guarantee - Course not included
We’re so confident in our program that should you fail your exam, you can repeat the OnDemand course for free. Simply complete all homework assignments to qualify for the Passing Guarantee.
ENG - Course: Passing Guarantee - Course not included
The course calendar is a convenient central hub for all your studies. Each week, your calendar displays all your weekly assignments and live lectures. Stay on top of your studies by reading the relevant Web Book chapters and solving associated practice problems before class, and then complete the corresponding homework assignment after class.
The course calendar is a convenient central hub for all your studies. Each week, your calendar displays all your weekly assignments and live lectures. Stay on top of your studies by reading the relevant Web Book chapters and solving associated practice problems before class, and then complete the corresponding homework assignment after class.
Includes ENG - Course: Calendar
The course calendar is a convenient central hub for all your studies. Each week, your calendar displays all your weekly assignments and live lectures. Stay on top of your studies by reading the relevant Web Book chapters and solving associated practice problems before class, and then complete the corresponding homework assignment after class.
ENG - Course: Calendar not included
The course calendar is a convenient central hub for all your studies. Each week, your calendar displays all your weekly assignments and live lectures. Stay on top of your studies by reading the relevant Web Book chapters and solving associated practice problems before class, and then complete the corresponding homework assignment after class.
ENG - Course: Calendar not included

Live office hours, strategically placed in the schedule, provide time for additional Q&A and problem solving with your instructor.

Live office hours, strategically placed in the schedule, provide time for additional Q&A and problem solving with your instructor.

Includes ENG - Course: Instructor Office Hours - Course

Live office hours, strategically placed in the schedule, provide time for additional Q&A and problem solving with your instructor.

ENG - Course: Instructor Office Hours - Course not included

Live office hours, strategically placed in the schedule, provide time for additional Q&A and problem solving with your instructor.

ENG - Course: Instructor Office Hours - Course not included

All Live Online lectures are recorded and posted the next day for additional viewing in case you are unable to attend or want to re-watch an important topic. 

All Live Online lectures are recorded and posted the next day for additional viewing in case you are unable to attend or want to re-watch an important topic. 

Includes ENG - Course: Recordings of Live Lectures - Course

All Live Online lectures are recorded and posted the next day for additional viewing in case you are unable to attend or want to re-watch an important topic. 

ENG - Course: Recordings of Live Lectures - Course not included

All Live Online lectures are recorded and posted the next day for additional viewing in case you are unable to attend or want to re-watch an important topic. 

ENG - Course: Recordings of Live Lectures - Course not included

Interact with your classmates on forums and live lecture chats to discuss your exam prep experiences and talk through exam topics.

Interact with your classmates on forums and live lecture chats to discuss your exam prep experiences and talk through exam topics.

Includes ENG - Course: Student Interaction - Course

Interact with your classmates on forums and live lecture chats to discuss your exam prep experiences and talk through exam topics.

ENG - Course: Student Interaction - Course not included

Interact with your classmates on forums and live lecture chats to discuss your exam prep experiences and talk through exam topics.

ENG - Course: Student Interaction - Course not included
Did you recently take your exam and aren't sure if you passed? Or, are you waiting to hear if your exam application was accepted? We've got you covered! We'll provide you with a full refund if you let us know before the first live class date. We can also transfer you to a future session free of charge at any time.
Did you recently take your exam and aren't sure if you passed? Or, are you waiting to hear if your exam application was accepted? We've got you covered! We'll provide you with a full refund if you let us know before the first live class date. We can also transfer you to a future session free of charge at any time.
Includes ENG - Course: Risk-Free Enrollment - Course
Did you recently take your exam and aren't sure if you passed? Or, are you waiting to hear if your exam application was accepted? We've got you covered! We'll provide you with a full refund if you let us know before the first live class date. We can also transfer you to a future session free of charge at any time.
ENG - Course: Risk-Free Enrollment - Course not included
Did you recently take your exam and aren't sure if you passed? Or, are you waiting to hear if your exam application was accepted? We've got you covered! We'll provide you with a full refund if you let us know before the first live class date. We can also transfer you to a future session free of charge at any time.
ENG - Course: Risk-Free Enrollment - Course not included

New Videos Available! Watch new, bite-sized video lectures to help understand key concepts for the exam.

Upon registration for your course, you will gain instant access to OnDemand lectures to get your exam prep started.

New Videos Available! Watch new, bite-sized video lectures to help understand key concepts for the exam.

Upon registration for your course, you will gain instant access to OnDemand lectures to get your exam prep started.

Includes ENG - OnDemand Lectures Access - Course

New Videos Available! Watch new, bite-sized video lectures to help understand key concepts for the exam.

Upon registration for your course, you will gain instant access to OnDemand lectures to get your exam prep started.

Includes ENG - OnDemand Lectures Access - Course

New Videos Available! Watch new, bite-sized video lectures to help understand key concepts for the exam.

Upon registration for your course, you will gain instant access to OnDemand lectures to get your exam prep started.

ENG - OnDemand Lectures Access - Course not included

All presentation slides are downloadable, providing you the opportunity to take notes as you follow along with your instructor.

All presentation slides are downloadable, providing you the opportunity to take notes as you follow along with your instructor.

Includes ENG - Presentation Slides - Course

All presentation slides are downloadable, providing you the opportunity to take notes as you follow along with your instructor.

Includes ENG - Presentation Slides - Course

All presentation slides are downloadable, providing you the opportunity to take notes as you follow along with your instructor.

ENG - Presentation Slides - Course not included
The course syllabus and homework assignments help you stay on track and reinforce key concepts.
The course syllabus and homework assignments help you stay on track and reinforce key concepts.
Includes ENG - Syllabus & Homework Assignments - Course
The course syllabus and homework assignments help you stay on track and reinforce key concepts.
Includes ENG - Syllabus & Homework Assignments - Course
The course syllabus and homework assignments help you stay on track and reinforce key concepts.
ENG - Syllabus & Homework Assignments - Course not included

Proven test-taking and time-management tips from your instructor are provided throughout your course to prepare you for exam-day success.

Proven test-taking and time-management tips from your instructor are provided throughout your course to prepare you for exam-day success.

Includes ENG - Test-Taking Tips - Course

Proven test-taking and time-management tips from your instructor are provided throughout your course to prepare you for exam-day success.

Includes ENG - Test-Taking Tips - Course

Proven test-taking and time-management tips from your instructor are provided throughout your course to prepare you for exam-day success.

ENG - Test-Taking Tips - Course not included
Digital Materials

Create custom quizzes from a database of hundreds of exam-like problems to master problem-solving skills for each topic.

Digital Materials

Create custom quizzes from a database of hundreds of exam-like problems to master problem-solving skills for each topic.

Includes ARE - Atom Qbank (350+ Problems) - Digital
Digital Materials

Create custom quizzes from a database of hundreds of exam-like problems to master problem-solving skills for each topic.

Includes ARE - Atom Qbank (350+ Problems) - Digital
Digital Materials

Create custom quizzes from a database of hundreds of exam-like problems to master problem-solving skills for each topic.

Includes ARE - Atom Qbank (350+ Problems) - Digital
Practice using NCARB-like exam simulations. Each exam contains a unique set of problems. One new practice exam contains all-new questions tailored to the exam. Both practice exams are completely unique from the print materials.
Practice using NCARB-like exam simulations. Each exam contains a unique set of problems. One new practice exam contains all-new questions tailored to the exam. Both practice exams are completely unique from the print materials.
Includes ARE - Two Full-Length Practice Exams - Digital
Practice using NCARB-like exam simulations. Each exam contains a unique set of problems. One new practice exam contains all-new questions tailored to the exam. Both practice exams are completely unique from the print materials.
Includes ARE - Two Full-Length Practice Exams - Digital
Practice using NCARB-like exam simulations. Each exam contains a unique set of problems. One new practice exam contains all-new questions tailored to the exam. Both practice exams are completely unique from the print materials.
Includes ARE - Two Full-Length Practice Exams - Digital
ARE 5 Exam Review Book Cover
Online version of David Ballast's NCARB approved ARE®️ 5.0 Exam Review with links from the Study Plan to the exact chapters in the Web Book. Chapters cover each ARE exam topic so you can focus on topic-by-topic review without interruption.
Online version of David Ballast's NCARB approved ARE®️ 5.0 Exam Review with links from the Study Plan to the exact chapters in the Web Book. Chapters cover each ARE exam topic so you can focus on topic-by-topic review without interruption.
Includes ARE - Online ARE 5.0 Exam Review - Digital
Online version of David Ballast's NCARB approved ARE®️ 5.0 Exam Review with links from the Study Plan to the exact chapters in the Web Book. Chapters cover each ARE exam topic so you can focus on topic-by-topic review without interruption.
Includes ARE - Online ARE 5.0 Exam Review - Digital
Online version of David Ballast's NCARB approved ARE®️ 5.0 Exam Review with links from the Study Plan to the exact chapters in the Web Book. Chapters cover each ARE exam topic so you can focus on topic-by-topic review without interruption.
Includes ARE - Online ARE 5.0 Exam Review - Digital
Begin your studies efficiently by assessing your knowledge of NCARB exam topics. Use this information to focus your studies.
Begin your studies efficiently by assessing your knowledge of NCARB exam topics. Use this information to focus your studies.
Includes ARE - Diagnostic Exams - Digital
Begin your studies efficiently by assessing your knowledge of NCARB exam topics. Use this information to focus your studies.
Includes ARE - Diagnostic Exams - Digital
Begin your studies efficiently by assessing your knowledge of NCARB exam topics. Use this information to focus your studies.
Includes ARE - Diagnostic Exams - Digital
Increase your recall of essential principles, equations, laws, and formulas.
Increase your recall of essential principles, equations, laws, and formulas.
Includes ENG - Flashcards - Digital
Increase your recall of essential principles, equations, laws, and formulas.
Includes ENG - Flashcards - Digital
Increase your recall of essential principles, equations, laws, and formulas.
Includes ENG - Flashcards - Digital
Your Learning Path is a study calendar that acts as a central hub and takes you week-by-week through your studies. It links you directly to all your study materials from one central location. For Live Online students, your schedule is automatically customized to your class schedule. For OnDemand and Learning Hub students, you can customize the number of hours you want to study per week, as well as any days off, and your Learning Path will automatically update to match your availability.
Your Learning Path is a study calendar that acts as a central hub and takes you week-by-week through your studies. It links you directly to all your study materials from one central location. For Live Online students, your schedule is automatically customized to your class schedule. For OnDemand and Learning Hub students, you can customize the number of hours you want to study per week, as well as any days off, and your Learning Path will automatically update to match your availability.
Includes PPI - Atom - Customizable Learning Path - Digital
Your Learning Path is a study calendar that acts as a central hub and takes you week-by-week through your studies. It links you directly to all your study materials from one central location. For Live Online students, your schedule is automatically customized to your class schedule. For OnDemand and Learning Hub students, you can customize the number of hours you want to study per week, as well as any days off, and your Learning Path will automatically update to match your availability.
PPI - Atom - Customizable Learning Path - Digital not included
Your Learning Path is a study calendar that acts as a central hub and takes you week-by-week through your studies. It links you directly to all your study materials from one central location. For Live Online students, your schedule is automatically customized to your class schedule. For OnDemand and Learning Hub students, you can customize the number of hours you want to study per week, as well as any days off, and your Learning Path will automatically update to match your availability.
PPI - Atom - Customizable Learning Path - Digital not included
The activity library contains all the same materials that are available in your Learning Path in an easy-to-search interface. Filter by exam topic to see all available activities in that topic. You can also search by activity name for easy lookup.
The activity library contains all the same materials that are available in your Learning Path in an easy-to-search interface. Filter by exam topic to see all available activities in that topic. You can also search by activity name for easy lookup.
Includes ARE - Atom Activity Library - Digital
The activity library contains all the same materials that are available in your Learning Path in an easy-to-search interface. Filter by exam topic to see all available activities in that topic. You can also search by activity name for easy lookup.
Includes ARE - Atom Activity Library - Digital
The activity library contains all the same materials that are available in your Learning Path in an easy-to-search interface. Filter by exam topic to see all available activities in that topic. You can also search by activity name for easy lookup.
Includes ARE - Atom Activity Library - Digital
Available Add-Ons
ARE 5 Exam Review Book Cover
PPI's second edition of ARE 5.0 Exam Review by David Ballast offers a comprehensive review of content areas covered in all six NCARB ARE 5.0 exam divisions. Building on the first edition, the content has been thoroughly reviewed and updated to the ARE 5.0 exam objectives for all six divisions.
Available Add-Ons
PPI's second edition of ARE 5.0 Exam Review by David Ballast offers a comprehensive review of content areas covered in all six NCARB ARE 5.0 exam divisions. Building on the first edition, the content has been thoroughly reviewed and updated to the ARE 5.0 exam objectives for all six divisions.
ARE - ARE 5.0 Exam Review - Add ons not included
Available Add-Ons
PPI's second edition of ARE 5.0 Exam Review by David Ballast offers a comprehensive review of content areas covered in all six NCARB ARE 5.0 exam divisions. Building on the first edition, the content has been thoroughly reviewed and updated to the ARE 5.0 exam objectives for all six divisions.
Includes ARE - ARE 5.0 Exam Review - Add ons
Available Add-Ons
PPI's second edition of ARE 5.0 Exam Review by David Ballast offers a comprehensive review of content areas covered in all six NCARB ARE 5.0 exam divisions. Building on the first edition, the content has been thoroughly reviewed and updated to the ARE 5.0 exam objectives for all six divisions.
ARE - ARE 5.0 Exam Review - Add ons not included
ARE 5 Practice Questions Book Cover

PPI’s best-selling ARE practice book from David Ballast, prepares you for each of the six divisions of the exam with a variety of practice questions and case studies. This new edition builds on the previous edition with new questions and updates to cover content feedback received from NCARB for the NCARB approved ARE 5.0 Exam Review. The chapters in the book correspond to ARE 5.0 Exam Review so you can read a chapter of the exam review and then practice from the same chapter of ARE 5.0 Practice Questions.

PPI’s best-selling ARE practice book from David Ballast, prepares you for each of the six divisions of the exam with a variety of practice questions and case studies. This new edition builds on the previous edition with new questions and updates to cover content feedback received from NCARB for the NCARB approved ARE 5.0 Exam Review. The chapters in the book correspond to ARE 5.0 Exam Review so you can read a chapter of the exam review and then practice from the same chapter of ARE 5.0 Practice Questions.

ARE - ARE 5.0 Practice Questions - Add ons not included

PPI’s best-selling ARE practice book from David Ballast, prepares you for each of the six divisions of the exam with a variety of practice questions and case studies. This new edition builds on the previous edition with new questions and updates to cover content feedback received from NCARB for the NCARB approved ARE 5.0 Exam Review. The chapters in the book correspond to ARE 5.0 Exam Review so you can read a chapter of the exam review and then practice from the same chapter of ARE 5.0 Practice Questions.

Includes ARE - ARE 5.0 Practice Questions - Add ons

PPI’s best-selling ARE practice book from David Ballast, prepares you for each of the six divisions of the exam with a variety of practice questions and case studies. This new edition builds on the previous edition with new questions and updates to cover content feedback received from NCARB for the NCARB approved ARE 5.0 Exam Review. The chapters in the book correspond to ARE 5.0 Exam Review so you can read a chapter of the exam review and then practice from the same chapter of ARE 5.0 Practice Questions.

ARE - ARE 5.0 Practice Questions - Add ons not included
ARE 5 Mock Exams Book Cover

This David Ballast book contains six mock exams consistent with the NCARB Architect Registration Exam (ARE 5.0) format and divisions. All exam divisions are covered, with one mock exam for each ARE 5.0 division. This new edition builds on the previous edition with new questions and updates to cover content feedback received from NCARB for the NCARB approved ARE 5.0 Exam Review.

This David Ballast book contains six mock exams consistent with the NCARB Architect Registration Exam (ARE 5.0) format and divisions. All exam divisions are covered, with one mock exam for each ARE 5.0 division. This new edition builds on the previous edition with new questions and updates to cover content feedback received from NCARB for the NCARB approved ARE 5.0 Exam Review.

ARE - ARE 5.0 Mock Exams - Add ons not included

This David Ballast book contains six mock exams consistent with the NCARB Architect Registration Exam (ARE 5.0) format and divisions. All exam divisions are covered, with one mock exam for each ARE 5.0 division. This new edition builds on the previous edition with new questions and updates to cover content feedback received from NCARB for the NCARB approved ARE 5.0 Exam Review.

Includes ARE - ARE 5.0 Mock Exams - Add ons

This David Ballast book contains six mock exams consistent with the NCARB Architect Registration Exam (ARE 5.0) format and divisions. All exam divisions are covered, with one mock exam for each ARE 5.0 division. This new edition builds on the previous edition with new questions and updates to cover content feedback received from NCARB for the NCARB approved ARE 5.0 Exam Review.

ARE - ARE 5.0 Mock Exams - Add ons not included
ARE 5.0 Flash Cards
ARE 5.0 Flash Cards, Second Edition by Gary E. Demele is the perfect complement to your study routine. More than 400 flashcards, categorized by exam division and section, aid you in recalling key concepts and definitions. Easily taken on the go, the cards come with six binder rings for easy organization.
ARE 5.0 Flash Cards, Second Edition by Gary E. Demele is the perfect complement to your study routine. More than 400 flashcards, categorized by exam division and section, aid you in recalling key concepts and definitions. Easily taken on the go, the cards come with six binder rings for easy organization.
ARE - ARE 5.0 Flash Cards, 2nd Edition - Add ons not included
ARE 5.0 Flash Cards, Second Edition by Gary E. Demele is the perfect complement to your study routine. More than 400 flashcards, categorized by exam division and section, aid you in recalling key concepts and definitions. Easily taken on the go, the cards come with six binder rings for easy organization.
Includes ARE - ARE 5.0 Flash Cards, 2nd Edition - Add ons
ARE 5.0 Flash Cards, Second Edition by Gary E. Demele is the perfect complement to your study routine. More than 400 flashcards, categorized by exam division and section, aid you in recalling key concepts and definitions. Easily taken on the go, the cards come with six binder rings for easy organization.
ARE - ARE 5.0 Flash Cards, 2nd Edition - Add ons not included
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