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Bronze SignalTufts UniversityCredit

Tufts University Pre-College Programs

Tufts offers multiple summer and year-round pre-college pathways including 6-week residential programs, 2-week intensives, and dual enrollment courses taught by Tufts faculty. Programs span engineering, arts, business, health sciences, and social impact with flexible residential, commuter, and hybrid formats.

Jun–Jul · 1–6 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineMedford, MA$500–$1,499171 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Leadership, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsEngineering, Computer Science, Studio Art, Business, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, International Relations, Health Sciences, Pre-Med, Leadership, Climate Science, Chemistry, Writing
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,300
Websitehttps://universitycollege.tufts.edu/pre-college
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Cedarville UniversitySelective

Cedarville University: Art and Design Camp

A 5-day residential summer camp introducing high school students to studio art, graphic design, and industrial design through hands-on experience, field trips, and instruction at Cedarville University.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialCedarville, OH$500–$1,499216 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsStudio Art, Graphic Design, Industrial Design
Cost$500–$1,499 · $500
Websitehttps://www.cedarville.edu/event/academic-camps/art-and-design-camp
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NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human DevelopmentSelective

NYU Steinhardt: High School Summer Art Intensive

A highly selective 4-week residential summer program for high school students (ages 15–18) offering intensive studio art instruction in digital art, painting, and sculpture, with visits to NYC artists' studios, galleries, and museums, culminating in a final exhibition.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialNew York, NY$3,000–$6,999110 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic
SubjectsStudio Art, Digital Art, Painting, Sculpture
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,800
Websitehttps://steinhardt.nyu.edu/programs/art-education/high-school-programs/high-school-summer-art-intensive
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Wild Rockies Field InstituteSelectiveCredit

Wild Rockies Field Insitute

An independent nonprofit offering academically rigorous, place-based field courses combining outdoor expeditions (backpacking, bicycling, kayaking) with classroom instruction in environmental science, ethics, and sustainability. Small group instruction with at least one instructor per 5–6 students.

SemesterResidentialMissoula, MT$3,000–$6,999354 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Outdoor Adventure, Leadership
SubjectsEnvironmental Science, Environmental Ethics, Climate Change, Sustainability, Ecology, Conservation Biology, Field Research Methods, Environmental Policy, Studio Art
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,775
Websitehttps://www.wrfi.net/
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Marist CollegeSelectiveCredit

Marist College: Summer Pre-College Programs

A two-week in-person summer program offering high school sophomores and juniors hands-on learning experiences across 20 unique courses including business, fashion design, pre-health, pre-law, robotics, and studio art. Students earn college credit while studying on Marist's Hudson River Valley campus with faculty and industry professionals.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialPoughkeepsie, NY$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsBusiness, Crime and Justice Studies, Environmental Science, Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Pre-Health, Pre-Law, Robotics, Studio Art
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,650
Websitehttps://www.marist.edu/admission/summer-pre-college
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Montserrat College of ArtSelectiveCredit

Montserrat College of Art: Summer Pre-College Program

A 3-week summer pre-college program offering studio art and creative writing courses for high school students, with optional on-campus housing and merit-based financial aid available.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialBeverly, MA$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsArt, Creative Writing, Studio Art
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,500
Websitehttps://www.montserrat.edu/academics/summer-programs/pre-college-program/
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Museum of Fine Arts Boston

Museum of Fine Arts Boston: Teen Programs

A vibrant program offering studio art classes, workshops, and leadership development for high school teens, including the Teen Arts Council with paid positions focused on career exploration, workplace skills, and curatorial study.

Jan, Mar, Apr, Jun, Jul, SepCommuterBoston, MAFreeCheck back for updates and application deadlines
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Leadership, Career Exploration, Community Service
SubjectsStudio Art, Mixed Media, Museum Studies, Curatorial Studies
CostFree
Websitehttps://www.mfa.org/programs/teen-programs
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Montclair Art Museum

Montclair Art Museum: SummerART Camps

Two-week full-day visual arts camps for children and teens featuring studio art instruction, gallery exploration, and end-of-session exhibitions led by professional teaching artists.

Jun–Aug · 2 wk sessionsCommuterMontclair, NJ<$50076 days
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsVisual Arts, Studio Art, Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Mixed Media
Cost<$500 · $485
Websitehttps://www.montclairartmuseum.org/summerart
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Mason Community Arts Academy

Mason City Arts Academy: Summer Programs

Summer arts programs hosted at George Mason University offering classes in acting, theater, film, music, and visual arts for ages 3.5–18+, with weekly sessions running June through August.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterFairfax, VA<$500Registration for 2027 opens in January
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsActing, Theater, Musical Theater, Improv, Technical Theater, Film, Filmmaking, Screenwriting, Music Composition, Choir, Instrumental Music, Strings, Guitar, Piano, Music Production, Songwriting, Drawing, Painting, Studio Art, Digital Illustration, Animation, Photography
Cost<$500 · $476
Websitehttps://masonacademy.gmu.edu/summer/
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Oolite Arts

Oolite Arts – In Studio Art Classes

Oolite Arts strives to be a leader in the South Florida contemporary cultural scene as a creative learning center and internationally recognized as a world-class cultural center. Teens 15+ are invited to participate in our in-person art classes at our studio in Miami Beach.

Jun · 1–4 wk sessionsCommuterMiami, FL<$500
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG, College
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsStudio Art
Cost<$500 · $150
Websitehttps://oolitearts.org/art-classes/
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Saint Mary's College

Saint Mary's College Pre-College Summer: Fine Arts Camp

A week-long day and overnight camp for girls entering grades 4–9 featuring exploration and performance classes across theatre, music, dance, puppetry, and studio art, culminating in a Performance Forum showcase.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialNotre Dame, IN<$500Rolling
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsTheatre, Music, Dance, Puppetry, Studio Art
Cost<$500 · $449
Websitehttps://www.saintmarys.edu/camps/fine-arts
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Fusion Education GroupCredit

Fusion Academy Summer Programs

Personalized summer programs for grades 5–12 offering 1-to-1 and small-group instruction in core subjects, AP courses, and electives. Options include in-person, virtual, and hybrid delivery with flexible scheduling to catch up, get ahead, or explore new subjects.

May–Aug · 4 wk sessionsCommuter / Online / ResidentialMultiple locations$500–$1,499
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsMath, Science, English, History, World Languages, Algebra 1, Spanish 1, Biology, Studio Art, United States History, AP English Language & Composition, AP Calculus, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Psychology, AP US History, AP World History
Cost$500–$1,499 · $700
Websitehttps://www.fusionacademy.com/summer-programs/?piCId=80038
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Temple University Tyler School of Art

Temple University Tyler School of Art: Pre-College Summer Studios

Pre-college summer studios offering intensive instruction in visual arts for high school students interested in exploring studio art practices.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuterPhiladelphia, PA$500–$1,499Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsStudio Art, Visual Arts
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,300
Websitehttps://tyler.temple.edu/continuing-education-program/pre-college-summer-studios
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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–$2,999206 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–$2,999355 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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Abbey Road Programs

Abbey Road Programs: French Immersion in St-Laurent-du-Var, France

An intensive residential French language immersion program in Southern France (near Nice) with homestay placement, daily French instruction, cultural electives, and day trips to French Riviera destinations. Optional Paris extension available.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsResidentialSt-Laurent-du-Var, France$3,000–$6,99910 days left
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Language
SubjectsFrench Language, French Conversation and Culture, Photography, Studio Art, Film
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,695
Websitehttps://www.goabbeyroad.com/programs/france-summer-programs-high-students/
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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–$6,999110 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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Maryland Institute College of ArtCredit

Maryland Institute College of Art: PreCollege Art & Design Residency Program

A residential summer program for rising high school juniors and seniors offering college-level art and design instruction on MICA's Baltimore campus. Students receive up to 3 college credits through live instruction, studio time, workshops, and artist talks.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsResidentialBaltimore, MD$3,000–$6,999170 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic
SubjectsArt and Design, Studio Art
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,310
Websitehttps://www.mica.edu/non-degree-learning-opportunities/programs-for-youth/programs-for-teens/summer-pre-college-program/
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Maine College of Art & DesignCredit

Maine College of Art & Design: Pre-College Program

A three-week residential summer program for high school students (ages 15–18) offering intensive studio art and design instruction. Students select two studio majors from nine options including animation, ceramics, fashion design, illustration, photography, and printmaking, while all participants engage in figure drawing.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialPortland, ME$3,000–$6,999202 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsStudio Art, Animation, Ceramics, Comics & Graphic Novels, Fashion & Textile Design, Illustration, Metalsmithing & Jewelry Design, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Figure Drawing
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,800
Websitehttps://meca.edu/academics/pre-college/
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Hotchkiss School

Hotchkiss Summer Portals

A residential summer program for middle and high school students featuring two-week and four-week courses in STEM, arts, writing, debate, and athletics. Students enroll on Hotchkiss's 800-acre Connecticut campus with an international student body.

Jun–Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsResidentialLakeville, CT$3,000–$6,999338 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Performing & Visual Arts, Leadership
SubjectsBaseball Analytics, DNA Science, Environmental Science, Physics, Piano, Robotics, Rocketry, Speech & Debate, Structural Engineering, Studio Art, Creative Writing, Theatre, Soccer, Tennis, Squash
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,950
Websitehttp://www.hotchkiss.org/our-school/summer-programs
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Abbey Road Programs

Abbey Road Programs: French Immersion in Nice, France

A 2–4 week residential French language immersion program in Nice, France for high school students. Students live in the Old Port neighborhood, attend daily French classes, participate in electives such as photography and studio art, and take day trips throughout the French Riviera with an optional Paris extension.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsResidentialNice, France$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion
SubjectsFrench Language, French Conversation and Culture, Photography, Studio Art, Film, Sports and Recreation
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,095
Websitehttps://www.goabbeyroad.com/programs/france-summer-programs-teen/
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Abbey Road ProgramsCredit

Abbey Road Programs: Italian Cultural Studies in Florence, Italy

A 2–4 week residential program in Florence, Italy, where students study art history, studio art, and fashion design while exploring Italian culture through language, cuisine, and photography. Includes weekend excursions to nearby cities and an optional Rome extension.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsResidentialFlorence, Italy$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Performing & Visual Arts, Language
SubjectsArt History, Studio Art, Fashion Design, Italian Conversation, Photography, Cuisine
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,295
Websitehttps://www.goabbeyroad.com/programs/italy-summer-programs-high-students/
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Taft School

Summer@Taft: Liberal Studies Program for High School Students

A 5-week residential and day program offering high school students (grades 9–11) a comprehensive liberal arts experience with coursework in English, mathematics, science, languages, social sciences, and arts, combined with athletics, study halls, and weekend excursions.

Jun · 5 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterWatertown, CT$7,000+141 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsEnglish, Mathematics, Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, STEM, Spanish, ESL, Psychology, History, International Affairs, Drawing, Painting, Studio Art, Photography
Cost$7,000+ · $10,500
Websitehttps://www.taftschool.org/summer
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