TestFit Now in 175+ Universities, Preparing the Next Generation of Designers and Developers
DALLAS, TX — June 27, 2025 — TestFit, the leading real estate feasibility platform transforming how developers, architects, and real estate professionals evaluate site feasibility, has reached a major milestone: adoption in over 175 universities and colleges across the world.
As summer sessions begin and faculty prepare for the fall, professors from architecture, real estate, and planning programs are increasingly turning to TestFit to give students hands-on experience with the tools used in the real world of development. The AI-powered platform is helping educators connect the dots between design, financial feasibility, and constructability—bridging the gap between theory and practice.
“Although TestFit is a sophisticated software program, the students could learn the basics in under two hours,” said Karen M. Kensek, Professor of Practice at the USC School of Architecture. “These architecture students had never explored the financial aspects and feasibility of housing design before, and the software opened their minds to a whole new way of thinking about design.”
On the other hand, real estate students at schools like Purdue University and Georgetown University are exploring the design side of development. “When we first started this program, we wanted to connect students to feasibility—and to each other,” said Jack Joers, Director of New Markets at TestFit. “Working with Dr. Bob at Georgetown and his Master of Real Estate students, we’ve found that TestFit helps them get out of the spreadsheets and see how design has a real impact on return.
Students run feasibility studies on actual sites, create financially grounded building models, and quickly iterate through design scenarios—just like professional developers. By visualizing how massing, parking, and unit mix affect project outcomes, students gain hands-on insight into the impact of early design decisions.
“TestFit is an excellent tool for feasibility studies, allowing students to quickly and easily assess different design options,” said Julia Freybote, Associate Professor of Finance & Real Estate at Portland State University. “Students tremendously enjoy working with TestFit, and I can highly recommend it for educational purposes.”
For schools like the University of Kansas, TestFit has become central to coursework on innovation and impact. “It allows our students to operate at the forefront of ground-breaking innovation that is transforming the process of early-stage site analysis,” said Joe Colistra, Professor at the School of Architecture & Design. “These tools allow designers to be strategic partners in feasibility studies.”
As the demand grows for graduates who can think critically across disciplines, TestFit is equipping the next generation of design and development professionals with the skills they need to succeed. Universities interested in bringing TestFit to their classroom this fall can sign up now.
About TestFit
TestFit is the leading real estate feasibility platform for developers, architects, and contractors to realize the full potential of land through trusted automation. Our AI with generative design creates a multitude of iterations in seconds to optimize for the best use of land. With real-time insights into design, cost, and constructability, you can save time, reduce risk, and maximize site potential. TestFit is committed to reinventing the development process for the betterment of the world’s future communities. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, TestFit is made up of a remote team of industry professionals around the world. Learn more at TestFit.io.
Media Contact
Laura Paciano
laura@testfit.io
DALLAS, TX — June 27, 2025 — TestFit, the leading real estate feasibility platform transforming how developers, architects, and real estate professionals evaluate site feasibility, has reached a major milestone: adoption in over 175 universities and colleges across the world.
As summer sessions begin and faculty prepare for the fall, professors from architecture, real estate, and planning programs are increasingly turning to TestFit to give students hands-on experience with the tools used in the real world of development. The AI-powered platform is helping educators connect the dots between design, financial feasibility, and constructability—bridging the gap between theory and practice.
“Although TestFit is a sophisticated software program, the students could learn the basics in under two hours,” said Karen M. Kensek, Professor of Practice at the USC School of Architecture. “These architecture students had never explored the financial aspects and feasibility of housing design before, and the software opened their minds to a whole new way of thinking about design.”
On the other hand, real estate students at schools like Purdue University and Georgetown University are exploring the design side of development. “When we first started this program, we wanted to connect students to feasibility—and to each other,” said Jack Joers, Director of New Markets at TestFit. “Working with Dr. Bob at Georgetown and his Master of Real Estate students, we’ve found that TestFit helps them get out of the spreadsheets and see how design has a real impact on return.
Students run feasibility studies on actual sites, create financially grounded building models, and quickly iterate through design scenarios—just like professional developers. By visualizing how massing, parking, and unit mix affect project outcomes, students gain hands-on insight into the impact of early design decisions.
“TestFit is an excellent tool for feasibility studies, allowing students to quickly and easily assess different design options,” said Julia Freybote, Associate Professor of Finance & Real Estate at Portland State University. “Students tremendously enjoy working with TestFit, and I can highly recommend it for educational purposes.”
For schools like the University of Kansas, TestFit has become central to coursework on innovation and impact. “It allows our students to operate at the forefront of ground-breaking innovation that is transforming the process of early-stage site analysis,” said Joe Colistra, Professor at the School of Architecture & Design. “These tools allow designers to be strategic partners in feasibility studies.”
As the demand grows for graduates who can think critically across disciplines, TestFit is equipping the next generation of design and development professionals with the skills they need to succeed. Universities interested in bringing TestFit to their classroom this fall can sign up now.
About TestFit
TestFit is the leading real estate feasibility platform for developers, architects, and contractors to realize the full potential of land through trusted automation. Our AI with generative design creates a multitude of iterations in seconds to optimize for the best use of land. With real-time insights into design, cost, and constructability, you can save time, reduce risk, and maximize site potential. TestFit is committed to reinventing the development process for the betterment of the world’s future communities. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, TestFit is made up of a remote team of industry professionals around the world. Learn more at TestFit.io.
Media Contact
Laura Paciano
laura@testfit.io
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