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Art School of SF BaySelective

Art Portfolio Prep Workshops

A program for gifted teenagers (ages 12–18) focused on drawing and painting fundamentals with an emphasis on portfolio development for college applications and competitions. Offered both online and in-studio with high-quality materials included.

Jun, Aug · 2–3 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineMultiple locations<$500

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsDrawing, Painting, Portfolio Development

Cost<$500 · $245

Websitehttps://www.artschoolsfbay.com/kids-or-teens/teens

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Washington Studio SchoolSelective

Washington Studio School: Summer Teen Art Intensive

A 4-week intensive summer program for ages 14–18 featuring drawing, painting, printmaking, cyanotypes, and mixed media. Students work under 4–5 rotating faculty mentors, learn portfolio assembly, and exhibit work in the school's gallery.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsCommuterWashington, DC$1,500–$2,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsDrawing, Painting, Printmaking, Mixed Media, Portfolio Development

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,950

Websitehttps://www.washingtonstudioschool.org/summerteenprogram

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IF P THEN Q CAMPSSelective

If P then Q Camps: NEW YORK FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES DESIGN CAMP

An intensive hands-on design residency in footwear and accessories where students rotate daily between disciplines with small-group, tutorial-style instruction. Mandatory 2-week foundation with optional portfolio-intensive third week.

Jul · 2–3 wk sessionsCommuterMontclair, NJ$3,000–$6,999221 days

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG, College

CategoriesCareer Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsFootwear Design, Handbag Design, Accessories Design, Pattern Making, Leather Working and Construction, Portfolio Development

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,990

Websitehttps://ifpthenqcamps.com/

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Tufts UniversitySelectiveCredit

Tufts Pre-College Arts Programs

Multiple summer art programs for high school students offered through Tufts and SMFA (School of the Museum of Fine Arts), including studio intensives and for-credit college courses with residential or commuter options.

Jul–Aug · 2–6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialMedford, MA172 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsDrawing and Painting, Sculpture/3D, Animation, Portfolio Development

Websitehttps://universitycollege.tufts.edu/pre-college/academics/art-programs-high-school-students

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Pratt Institute

Pratt Institute: Summer Scholars

Art and design studio classes for middle and high school students, offering six course options taught by Pratt faculty. Students attend two-week sessions in July with hands-on instruction in architecture, drawing, painting, textiles, and portfolio development.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuterBrooklyn, NY<$500163 days

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsArchitecture, Drawing, Painting, Fashion Design, Textile Design, Portfolio Development

Cost<$500 · $395

Websitehttps://www.pratt.edu/administrative-departments/office-of-the-provost/center-for-art-design-and-community-engagement-k-12/summer-scholars/

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The New School: Youth & Pre-College Programs

The New School: Parsons Summer Academy

A two-week, in-person art and design summer program at Parsons School of Design in Greenwich Village. Students in grades 6–12 take hands-on courses developing creative thinking and technical skills, with portfolio development and Parsons Academy Certificate eligibility for grades 9–12.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuterNew York, NY$500–$1,499247 days

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsArt, Design, Portfolio Development

Cost$500–$1,499 · $860

Websitehttps://cpe.newschool.edu/youth-and-pre-college/parsons-summer-academy/

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SOCAPA (Summer of Champions Performing Arts)

SOCAPA Photography Camps—New York City, Los Angeles & Vermont

Residential and day photography camps for high school students (ages 14–18) offering instruction in digital photography, 35mm darkroom technique, and portfolio development across New York City, Los Angeles, and Vermont locations. Students explore documentary, commercial, and fine art photography with instruction in Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and studio lighting.

Jun–Aug · 1–3 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterMultiple locations$1,500–$2,999172 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Career Exploration

SubjectsPhotography, Digital Photography, Film and Darkroom, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, Portraiture, Documentary Photography, Portfolio Development, Studio Lighting

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,295

Websitehttps://www.socapa.org/teen-camps/photo-camps/

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New England CollegeCredit

Institute of Art & Design at NEC: Pre-College Summer Program

A two-week residential or commuter summer program for ages 14–18 offering instruction in creative writing and visual arts, with electives in sculpture, mixed media, comic arts, drawing, painting, game design, graphic design, illustration, photography, and portfolio development. Students earn 4 college credits.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialHenniker, NH$1,500–$2,999203 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsCreative Writing, Visual Arts, Sculpture, Mixed Media, Comic Arts, Drawing and Painting, Game Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, Photography, Portfolio Development

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,300

Websitehttps://www.nec.edu/precollege

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Alberta University of the ArtsCredit

Alberta University of the Arts: Summer Pre-College Program

A four-week intensive summer program offering university-level studio-based learning in fine art and design for aspiring artists and designers. Students earn 3 university credits, develop portfolios, and experience professional mentorship in a collaborative creative environment.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterCalgary, Canada$1,500–$2,999207 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsFine Art, Design, Studio Art, Portfolio Development

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,588

Websitehttps://auarts.ca/learn-with-us/precollege-program

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School of the Art Institute of ChicagoCredit

School of the Art Institute of Chicago: Early College Program Summer Institute

An intensive residential summer art program for high school students (ages 15–18) offering college-level coursework, studio instruction, and access to the Art Institute of Chicago's world-class collection. Students earn one college credit per week and develop professional artist portfolios under faculty mentorship.

Jun–Jul · 1–4 wk sessionsResidentialChicago, IL$1,500–$2,999356 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsArt and Design, Portfolio Development, Studio Art

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,908

Websitehttps://www.saic.edu/high-school-programs/early-college-program-summer-institute

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Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts, Washington University in St. LouisCredit

Sam Fox School of Design and Visual Arts: Pre-College Programs

Immersive, college-level pre-college programs in art, design, and architecture taught by WashU faculty. Students develop portfolios, earn college credit, and participate in mentorship and public exhibitions.

Jul · 2–3 wk sessionsCommuterSt. Louis, MO$3,000–$6,99921 days left

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Career Exploration, Academic

SubjectsArt and Design, Architecture, Portfolio Development

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,220

Websitehttps://samfoxschool.wustl.edu/academics/pre-college-programs

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CIEE (Council on International Education Exchange)

CIEE High School Summer in Kyoto, Japan: Manga Drawing & Culture

A 3-week summer program in Kyoto, Japan combining manga drawing and character design instruction with Japanese cultural immersion, including excursions to Tokyo, Takarazuka, and cultural landmarks.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialKyoto, Japan$3,000–$6,99971 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsManga Drawing, Character Design, Japanese Visual Storytelling, Sketching and Storyboarding, Portfolio Development

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,800

Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/programs/japan/kyoto/manga-drawing-culture

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CIEE

CIEE High School Summer in Prague, Czech Republic: Painting & Culture

A 3-week summer study abroad program in Prague combining intensive painting and visual arts instruction with Czech culture immersion. Students learn traditional and contemporary painting techniques including street art and portraiture while living in group housing with full support services.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialPrague, Czech Republic$3,000–$6,99971 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsPainting, Visual Arts, Street Art, Czech Culture, Portfolio Development

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,500

Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/programs/czech-republic/prague/painting-culture

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University of Michigan Stamps School of Art & Design

University of Michigan: Stamps School of Art and Design Precollege Portfolio Prep

Intensive 2-week studio program for high school students building a competitive portfolio for college applications. Offered in virtual and residential formats, reflecting the rigor of Stamps' first-year undergraduate experience with coursework across drawing, 2D, 3D, 4D, portfolio, and admissions studios.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsOnline / ResidentialAnn Arbor, MI$3,000–$6,999111 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Career Exploration, Academic

SubjectsStudio Art, Portfolio Development, Drawing, 2D Design, 3D Design, Animation, Video, Photography

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,000

Websitehttps://stamps.umich.edu/pre-college/summer

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Boston UniversityCredit

Boston University Visual Arts Summer Institute (VASI)

A four-week intensive visual arts program for high school students ages 15–18 offering studio instruction in drawing, painting, sculpture, and printmaking with individual studio space, college credit, and portfolio development support.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsCommuterBoston, MA$3,000–$6,999125 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsDrawing, Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking, Photography, Graphic Design, Portfolio Development

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,800

Websitehttps://www.bu.edu/cfa/vasi/

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Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)Credit

SCAD Rising Star

A 4-week residential summer program for rising high school seniors offering college-level coursework in arts and design with hands-on instruction in studios, labs, and production suites. Students enroll in two college courses, build their portfolios, and earn college credit while living on campus.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidentialAtlanta, Savannah, GA$3,000–$6,999200 days

Entering grades11th

CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsArts and Design, Foundation Studies, Portfolio Development

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,620

Websitehttps://www.scad.edu/academics/pre-college-programs/scad-rising-star

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SCI-Arc (Southern California Institute of Architecture)

SCI-Arc: Design Immersion Days Summer Program

A four-week college-level architecture studio experience for high school students featuring hands-on design training, portfolio development, field trips to architectural sites, and mentorship from SCI-Arc faculty and leading architects.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsCommuterLos Angeles, CA$3,000–$6,999205 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsArchitecture, Design, CAD, Digital Fabrication, 3D Modeling, Portfolio Development

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,350

Websitehttps://sciarc.edu/academics/summer-programs/design-immersion-days

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Adelphi UniversityCredit

Adelphi University Summer Pre-College Programs in STEM and Healthcare

A three-week summer program offering college-credit courses across STEM, healthcare, arts, and humanities disciplines for high school students.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuterGarden City, NY$3,000–$6,999215 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Healthcare, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsCoding and AI, Quantum Engineering, Microbiology, Nutrition, Human Disease, Pre-Med, Nursing, Art Foundations, Portfolio Development, Music Production, Sound Mixing, Communications, Critical Thinking, Pre-Law, Psychology, Writing

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,120

Websitehttps://www.adelphi.edu/high-school-students/summer-pre-college-program/programs/

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Marist CollegeCredit

Marist College: Summer Fashion Design - Portfolio Institute

A two-week residential program for high school students to develop an apparel design portfolio, learning fashion sketching, figure drawing, garment construction, and presentation techniques while earning college credit.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialPoughkeepsie, NY$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Career Exploration, Academic

SubjectsFashion Design, Fashion Sketching, Portfolio Development, Figure Drawing, Garment Design, Garment Construction, Presentation Techniques

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,700

Websitehttps://www.marist.edu/admission/pre-college/fashion-design

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American Collegiate AdventuresCredit

Project Endeavor Fashion

A 2-week residential fashion design program at Pepperdine University in Malibu featuring sketching, portfolio development, pattern making, sewing, and industry visits. Students learn from professional designers and fashion industry leaders while creating technical flats, concept boards, and tech packs.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterMalibu, CA$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Career Exploration

SubjectsFashion Design, Fashion History, Portfolio Development

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,995

Websitehttps://acasummer.com/project-endeavor-fashion/

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University of Massachusetts AmherstCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Summer Design Academy

A 3-week intensive summer program in architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, and interior design for rising high school sophomores through seniors. Students develop design fundamentals including sketching, model-making, graphic design, and 3D computer programs through hands-on projects, lectures, and office visits, with residential, commuter, or online options.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineAmherst, MA$3,000–$6,999Rolling until program fills

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsArchitecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Interior Design, Portfolio Development, Design Fundamentals

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,935

Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/programs/pre-college/residential/summer-design-academy

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CIEE

CIEE High School Summer in Auckland, New Zealand: Photography & Culture

A 3-week residential summer program in Auckland, New Zealand combining hands-on photography instruction with cultural immersion. Students develop portfolio skills through classes with professional photographers, workshops, and excursions while exploring career paths in photography.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialAuckland, New Zealand$7,000+71 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Career Exploration

SubjectsPhotography, Arts & Culture, Portfolio Development

Cost$7,000+ · $7,150

Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/programs/new-zealand/auckland/photography-culture

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