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Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt)SelectiveCredit

MassArt: Summer Pre-College & Intensives

Two summer art programs for high school students: Pre-College Summer Studios (4-week program with core art courses and college credit option for grades 11–12) and Summer Intensives (2-week program with flexible scheduling and varied electives for grades 10–12). Both programs are currently not running in 2026 and will return in 2027.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineBoston, MA$500–$1,499172 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsAnimation, Illustration, Mixed Media, Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Jewelry and Metalsmithing, Photography, Graphic Design, Fashion Design, Digital Media, Architecture
Cost$500–$1,499 · $920
Websitehttps://massart.edu/youth-teen-programs/
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Summer Springboard (Terra Education)Selective

Summer Springboard

A residential and online summer program offering university-based courses across healthcare, engineering, computer science, business, media, and humanities for middle and high school students at prestigious campuses across the US and internationally.

Jun–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineMultiple locations$500–$1,499188 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsPre-Med, Biotechnology, Cardiology, Dentistry, Emergency Medicine, Immunology, Kinesiology, Medical Research, Neuroscience, Nursing, Nutrition, Oncology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Psychology, Public Health, Surgery, Veterinary Medicine, Aerospace Engineering, Astrophysics, Automotive Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Marine Biology, Physics, Quantum Computing, Forensic Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Game Development, Web Development, UX Design, Extended Reality, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, Economics, International Relations, Law, Sports Management, Financial Technology, Filmmaking, Photography, Architecture, Interior Design, Animation, Branding, Fashion, Music Production, Audio Engineering, Literature, Writing, Theater, History, Communication
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,498
Websitehttps://summerspringboard.com/
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Centauri Summer Arts CampSelective

Centauri Summer Arts Camp

Arts-focused summer day camps offering intensive four-hour daily sessions in creative writing, fine art, digital art, film-making, and design disciplines. Programs serve ages 9–17 with both in-studio and virtual options.

Jul–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineToronto, Canada$500–$1,499Rolling
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsCreative Writing, Painting, Pastels, Sketching, Photography, Photo Editing, Digital Art, Animation, Graphic Novel Creation, Film-making, Screenwriting, Acting, Architecture, Interior Design, Comic Creation
Cost$500–$1,499 · $349
Websitehttps://www.centauriarts.com/academy/toronto/summer-day-camps/
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Point Park UniversitySelective

Point Park University: Youth & High School Summer Programs

Point Park University offers multiple summer programs for youth and high school students in arts, business, communication, dance, film, animation, theatre, and STEAM. Programs run 1–3 weeks during June through early August with access to industry-standard facilities.

Jun–Jul · 1–3 wk sessionsCommuterPittsburgh, PA$500–$1,499
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Business/Entrepreneurship, Academic, STEM
SubjectsCreative Writing, Forensic Science, Accounting/Finance, Sports Business, Entrepreneurship, Sports Broadcasting, Dance, Choreography, Ballet, Jazz, Modern, STEAM, Robotics, Animation, Film, Screenwriting, Sound Design, Theatre, Musical Theatre, Acting
Cost$500–$1,499 · $800
Websitehttps://www.pointpark.edu/about/aboutpittsburgh/livingandlearninginpittsburgh/community-and-summer-programs/youth-and-high-school-students/index
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The College of New JerseySelective

The College of New Jersey: Summer Pre-College Programs

A suite of summer pre-college camps across multiple schools including Arts and Communication, Engineering, and Science, offering residential and commuter options for middle and high school students.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterEwing, NJ$500–$1,499
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsAnimation, Comics, Music Education, Game Design, Graphic Design, Music Technology, Brass, Saxophone, Artificial Intelligence, Wireless Communications, Engineering, Healthcare, Robotics
Cost$500–$1,499 · $575
Websitehttps://precollege.tcnj.edu/
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Cleveland Institute of ArtSelectiveCredit

Cleveland Institute of Art: Artists-in-Residence Pre-College Program

A two- or four-week summer program offering hands-on instruction in visual arts disciplines including glass studio, 3D design, digital drawing, animation, jewelry and metal, and creative writing. Students choose between residential and commuter options and may earn optional college credit.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterCleveland, OH$1,500–$2,99962 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic
SubjectsVisual Arts, Glass Studio, 3D Design, Digital Drawing, Animation, Jewelry and Metal, Creative Writing
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,950
Websitehttps://www.cia.edu/pre-college/
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National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC)SelectiveCredit

National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) Summer Programs

A national organization offering 34 interactive summer programs across career fields including business, engineering, medicine, law, and arts at 12 prestigious university locations. Programs serve middle and high school students with residential and commuter options.

Jun–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialMultiple locations$1,500–$2,999Rolling; suggested seasonal deadlines
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Leadership, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsAerospace, Animation, Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Business & Entrepreneurship, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Environmental Science & Sustainability, Fashion Management & Design, Film Production & Screenwriting, Forensic Science, Game Design, Intelligence & National Security, International Business & Finance, International Diplomacy, International Law & Politics, Journalism & Broadcasting, Law & Advocacy, Leadership & Service, Marine Biology, Marketing & Public Relations, Medicine & Health Care, Music Industry & Production, Nursing, Political Action & Public Policy, Psychology & Neuroscience, Sports Management, Veterinary Medicine
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,095
Websitehttps://www.nslcleaders.org/
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New York Film AcademySelective

New York Film Academy: 3D Animation Summer Camps

Intensive summer camps and online modules in 3D animation for teens aged 14–17, featuring industry-standard software training (Maya) and hands-on projects that culminate in short animated films. Programs are offered in multiple formats (weekend, 3-week, and module-based sessions) across five locations including New York City, Los Angeles, Cambridge, Florence, and online.

Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec · 1–3 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineMultiple locations$1,500–$2,999Rolling; early application recommended
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Performing & Visual Arts
Subjects3D Animation, Digital Media, Storyboarding, Animation
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $4,072.5
Websitehttps://www.nyfa.edu/3d-animation-summer-camp-for-teens/
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UConn Pre-College Summer (University of Connecticut)Selective

UConn Pre-College Summer: Animation Studio

A one-week immersive residential program exploring animation fundamentals, storyboard development, character design, and world-building. Students learn contemporary animation techniques and create portfolio-ready work under the guidance of a UConn art professor.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialStorrs, CT$1,500–$2,999Rolling
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsAnimation, Storyboarding, Character Design, Digital Media
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,050
Websitehttps://precollege-summer.uconn.edu/courses/animation-studio/
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Loyola Marymount UniversitySelectiveCredit

Loyola Marymount University Precollege Summer Programs

An engaging opportunity for motivated high school students to get a sneak peek at college through transformative summer experiences in various disciplines including film, arts, business, STEM, and media studies.

Jun–Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineLos Angeles, CA$3,000–$6,9995 days left
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsScreenwriting, Film Production, Animation, Graphic Design, Acting, Dance, Theatre, Stage Design, Theatre Technology, Sports & Entertainment Business, Entrepreneurship, Engineering, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Political Science, Journalism, Media Literacy, Creative Technology & Innovation
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,500
Websitehttps://summer.lmu.edu/courses
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Carnegie Mellon UniversitySelective

Carnegie Mellon Summer: Pre-College Art Program

A selective 3- or 6-week summer art program for high school sophomores and juniors, offering studio courses in drawing, sculpture, animation, painting, digital photography, and printmaking, with portfolio development support from CMU School of Art faculty.

Jun · 3–6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialPittsburgh, PA$3,000–$6,99983 days
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic
SubjectsDrawing, Sculpture, Animation, Painting, Digital Photography, Printmaking, Concept Studio
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,184
Websitehttps://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/academic-programs/art.html
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California State Summer School for the ArtsSelectiveCredit

California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA)

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.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialPomona, CA$3,000–$6,999110 days
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic
SubjectsAnimation, Architecture, Dance, Film, Music, Theater, Visual Arts, Writing
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,174
Websitehttps://www.csssa.ca.gov/
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Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD)SelectiveCredit

Minneapolis College of Art and Design: Pre-College Summer Session

A 2.5-week residential summer program for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors offering studio art instruction in animation, character design, illustration, painting, and foundation courses, with 3 college credits awarded upon completion.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialMinneapolis, MN$3,000–$6,999156 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsAnimation, Character Design and Concept Art, Illustration, Painting, Foundation Drawing, Art History
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,650
Websitehttps://www.mcad.edu/academics/continuing-education/pre-college/summer-session
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Massachusetts College of Art and DesignSelectiveCredit

MassArt: Pre-College Summer Studios

A four-week summer program for high school juniors and seniors offering instruction in 2D and 3D fundamentals, visual arts, and electives in animation, illustration, or mixed media. Students can earn 3 college credits through MassArt upon successful completion.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineBoston, MA$3,000–$6,999172 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic
SubjectsVisual Arts, 2D Fundamentals, 3D Fundamentals, Animation, Illustration, Mixed Media
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,020
Websitehttps://massart.edu/youth-teen-programs/pre-college-summer-studios/
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Long Island University PostSelective

LIU Post: Center for Gifted Youth Summer Program

A 4-week summer program for intellectually gifted students entering grades 2–9, offering accelerated courses in STEM, humanities, and arts with an emphasis on problem-solving, creative thinking, and leadership development.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsCommuterBrookville, NY$3,000–$6,999Rolling; apply as soon as possible before program start
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsLife Sciences, Engineering, Cell Biology, Herpetology, Earth and Space Science, Game Development, Robotics, Animation, Graphic Novels, Mythology, Mathematics, Geography
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,350
Websitehttps://www.liu.edu/GiftedYouth
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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine ArtsSelectiveCredit

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts: Summer Academy

A four-week intensive college-level studio art program for high school students featuring foundations of drawing plus three elective concentrations in oil painting, sculpture, printmaking, illustration, animation, and digital media. Students receive portfolio preparation, museum exhibitions, and instruction from PAFA faculty.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsCommuterPhiladelphia, PA$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic
SubjectsDrawing, Oil Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking, Digital Media, Illustration, Animation, Portfolio Preparation
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,680
Websitehttps://www.pafa.org/school/academics/pre-college/summer-academy
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New York UniversitySelectiveCredit

NYU Tisch: Summer High School Residential Program

A 4-week intensive residential summer program for high school sophomores and juniors at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. Students choose from nine artistic tracks including animation, music, dance, drama, filmmaking, game design, and photography, earning 4–6 college credits based on Tisch's undergraduate curriculum.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialNew York, NY$7,000+21 days left
Entering grades9th, 10th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic
SubjectsAnimation, Music Production, Dance, Drama, Dramatic Writing, Filmmaking and Digital Media, Game Design, Photography
Cost$7,000+ · $11,000
Websitehttps://bit.ly/46QhGpc
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Carnegie Mellon UniversitySelective

Carnegie Mellon Summer: National High School Game Academy

A six-week residential program where high school sophomores and juniors develop video games in teams using industry best practices. Students work in specialized roles (programmer, visual artist, sound designer, or generalist) to create original game prototypes suitable for college portfolios.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsResidentialPittsburgh, PA$7,000+83 days
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesSTEM, Performing & Visual Arts, Career Exploration
SubjectsVideo Game Development, Game Design, Programming, Software Development, 2D and 3D Art, Game Narrative, Sound Design, Music Composition, Animation, Interactive Storytelling
Cost$7,000+ · $13,281
Websitehttps://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/academic-programs/game-academy.html
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University of MiamiSelectiveCredit

University of Miami Summer Scholars: Filmmaking and Animation

A three-week college credit program in digital filmmaking and animation offered through the School of Communication. Students take two courses (6 credit hours total) covering cinematography, lighting, editing, audio recording, story development, and 2D animation fundamentals.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsCommuterCoral Gables, FL$7,000+
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsFilmmaking and Digital Media, Animation
Cost$7,000+ · $7,723
Websitehttps://ssp.dcie.miami.edu/program-information/academic-landing/academic-areas-of-study/index.html#film
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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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Academy of Art University

Academy of Art University: Summer Pre-College Art Experience

A free summer art and design program for high school students offering hands-on, project-based courses in animation, game design, fashion, fine art, photography, filmmaking, and other creative disciplines at Academy of Art University's San Francisco campus.

Feb, Apr, Jun, Sep, Oct · 2–8 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineSan Francisco, CAFreeRolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Career Exploration, STEM
SubjectsAnimation, Game Design, Fashion, Fine Art, Photography, Filmmaking, Acting, Advertising, Visual Effects, Architecture, Art History, Graphic Design, Illustration, Industrial Design, Interior Architecture, Jewelry & Metal Arts, Music Production, Visual Development
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.academyart.edu/academics/interdisciplinary-curriculum/pre-college/
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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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Miami Dade College

Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex at Miami Dade College: MAGIC Summer Camp

An immersive summer program for high school students offering hands-on training in animation, 3D game design, and digital media using industry-standard software like Autodesk Maya and Unreal Engine 5. Students work in state-of-the-art labs with motion capture and audio recording studios.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterMiami, FL<$500Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsAnimation, Game Design, 3D Modeling, Character Animation, Coding, VR/AR Development
Cost<$500 · $395
Websitehttps://magic.mdc.edu/summer-camp/
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Museum of Fine Arts Houston

Museum of Fine Arts Houston: The Glassell Junior School

The Glassell Junior School offers art instruction for students ages 3 to 14 in disciplines including drawing, painting, ceramics, animation, and fashion design through in-person classes at the museum campus.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterHouston, TX<$500Rolling
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsDrawing, Painting, Ceramics, Animation, Fashion Design
Cost<$500 · $125
Websitehttps://www.mfah.org/visit/glassell-junior-school/
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