Oregon State University: JumpstART PreCollege Art Program
Overview
A week-long residential and day art camp for high school students (grades 9–12) offering morning and afternoon courses in graphic design, drawing, photography, painting, and sequential art, taught by professional artists and alumni instructors.
At a glance
Deadline
Jun 5206 days
Sessions
Jun1 wk sessions
Formats
Residential / Commuter
Location
Corvallis, OR
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $1,650
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Application requirements
Registration deadline
June 5, 2026; all application materials and full tuition must be received
Scholarship application materials
Complete camper registration, mark free/reduced lunch eligibility if applicable, submit 3 artwork examples (JPG format, labeled with name, size, and medium), submit 1-page essay titled 'Why do you wish to attend JumpstART?'
Returning scholarship students
Must identify this status in registration
Cost & sessions
Non-residential (day camp only): $750; Residential (housing and meals included): $1,650; Meal card option for day students: $65 for lunches Monday–Friday.
Financial aid
Need-based scholarships available (limited amount). Merit-based scholarships offered to high-achieving 2026 participants for full scholarship to return in 2027.
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