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California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA)
Overview
A highly selective, four-week residential summer program for high school students offering preprofessional training in eight artistic disciplines: Animation, Architecture & Environment, Dance, Film, Music, Theater, Visual Arts, and Writing. Students live on campus at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, and receive instruction from professional artists and educators.
At a glance
Deadline
Feb 28108 days
Sessions
Jul4 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
Pomona, CA
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $5,174
Entering grades
8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Highly competitive; acceptance rate not specified in publicly available text
Application requirements
Teacher Recommendations
Required as part of application
Portfolio/Assignments
Demonstration of talent and creativity required for selection
Grade Level
Currently enrolled in grades 8–12
Residency
California residents prioritized; out-of-state and international students admitted in limited numbers (approximately 20 per year)
Cost & sessions
California residents: $5,174 plus 2.99% transaction fee ($155). Out-of-state/international: $10,475 plus 2.99% transaction fee ($313). Tuition covers program courses, room, board, department field trips, and most supplies. Application fee: $20 (non-refundable; fee waiver available for CA residents with economic hardship). Optional costs: pocket money for laundry/incidentals, three optional Sunday field trips, airport shuttle to/from Burbank Airport, and optional California State University Extension college credits.
Financial aid
Full and partial (50%) tuition scholarships available to California residents only. No California student is denied admission due to inability to pay. Financial aid deadline: February 28, 6:00 PM PST. Aid applies to tuition, housing, and meals only; cannot be applied to optional activities or administrative fees.
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