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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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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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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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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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Art Academy of Cincinnati

Art Academy of Cincinnati: Virtual Teen Academy

A six-week summer program for teens ages 13–18 offering hands-on courses in drawing, painting, animation, filmmaking, textile arts, photography, sculpture, and printmaking. Students choose one morning and/or afternoon course per week from rotating thematic offerings.

Jun–Jul · 1–6 wk sessionsCommuterCincinnati, OH<$500Rolling
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsFigure Drawing, Character Animation, Experimental Filmmaking, Textile Arts, Photography, Contemporary Painting, Fashion Design, 3D Design, Mixed-Media Sculpture, Illustration, Block Printing, Storybook Writing
Cost<$500 · $185
Websitehttps://www.artacademy.edu/office-of-engagement/community-education/teen-academy/
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Ringling College of Art and Design

Ringling College: Teen Studios

A three-week summer program offering studio and digital arts classes for teens ages 13–18, including character design, animation, illustration, glass blowing, VR game design, and more. Students may enroll in single classes or multiple courses with flexible morning/afternoon scheduling.

Jun · 1–3 wk sessionsCommuterSarasota, FL<$500
Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, STEM
SubjectsCharacter Design, Creature Design, Animation, Illustration, Digital Painting, Glass Blowing, Drawing, Storyboarding, Virtual Reality, Game Design, Concept Art, Sequential Art
Cost<$500 · $300
Websitehttps://www.ringling.edu/about/community-programs/continuing-and-professional-studies/teen-studios/
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University of Colorado Denver College of Arts & Media

University of Colorado Denver: LYNX National Arts & Media Camps

Summer immersion programs for high school students (ages 14–18) interested in arts and music. Offers residential, commuter plus, and commuter options with courses in animation, filmmaking, music production, photography, and more.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterDenver, CO$500–$1,499125 days
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Career Exploration
SubjectsAnimation, Filmmaking, Photography, Music Production, Audio Production, Songwriting, Music Business, Recording Arts, Comic Book Design, 2D Animation, 3D Animation, Illustration, Stop Motion, Concept Art
Cost$500–$1,499 · $650
Websitehttps://artsandmedia.ucdenver.edu/prospective-students/lynx-camps
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Ball State University – Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning

Ball State University Interior Design Summer Workshop

A summer program in interior design fundamentals offered in online synchronous and residential on-campus formats. Students explore 2D and 3D design concepts, drawing, color and light, materials selection, and lighting design, with on-campus sessions including field trips to Indianapolis design firms and a portfolio-building component.

Jun–Jul · 1–3 wk sessionsOnline / ResidentialMuncie, IN$500–$1,499Rolling; Registration open with spots filling quickly
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsInterior Design, Design Fundamentals, 2D and 3D Design, Drawing, Illustration, Color and Light, Materials Selection, Furniture Design, Perspective Drawing, Lighting Design, Graphic Communication, Design Process
Cost$500–$1,499 · $900
Websitehttps://www.bsu.edu/academics/collegesanddepartments/cap/workshops/ysdw
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Brookline Arts Center

Brookline Arts Center: Summer Art Programs

Full-day, week-long summer art programs for ages 5–17 featuring courses in painting, drawing, ceramics, jewelry, metalsmithing, comics, illustration, and mixed media. Multiple 1-week sessions run throughout July and August 2026.

Jul–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterBrookline, MA$500–$1,499
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsPainting, Drawing, Sculpture, Ceramics, Printmaking, Collage, Mixed Media, Jewelry, Metalsmithing, Cartooning, Illustration, Design
Cost$500–$1,499 · $521
Websitehttps://brooklineartscenter.org/summer-2026-kids
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Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt)

MassArt: Summer Intensives in Art & Design

Two-week intensive summer art and design program for high school students offering courses in animation, architecture, character design, drawing, fashion, graphic design, illustration, jewelry, photography, printmaking, and visual storytelling. Classes are held on MassArt's Boston campus with both in-person and online options available.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineBoston, MA$500–$1,499
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsAnimation Toolkit, Architecture & Design, Character Design, Drawing Fundamentals, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, Jewelry and Metalsmithing, Painting from Observation, Photography, Printmaking, Visual Storytelling, Mixed Media, Digital Photo & Photoshop Studio
Cost$500–$1,499 · $895
Websitehttps://massart.edu/summer-intensives
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The San Francisco Arts Education Project

San Francisco Arts Education: Summer Program

A day camp program celebrating 31 years that offers arts instruction in musical theater, visual arts, fashion design, and exploration for students ages 6–14, taught by professional working artists with structured activities and free playtime.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuterSan Francisco, CA$500–$1,499Rolling; enrollment varies by session and track
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsMusical Theater, Dance, Visual Arts, Ceramics, Mixed Media, Cartooning, Illustration, Fashion Design, Jewelry Design, Theater, Storytelling
Cost$500–$1,499 · $950
Websitehttps://www.sfartsed.org/programs/summer-camp/
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Visual Arts Center of New Jersey

Visual Arts Center of New Jersey: Teen Summer Art Camp

A one-week day camp for ages 13+ offering multiple rotating art disciplines including ceramics, painting, sculpture, drawing, jewelry design, illustration, and more. Students attend daily 10 AM–3 PM with morning and afternoon studio sessions.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterSummit, NJ$500–$1,499Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsCeramics, Painting, Sculpture, Drawing, Jewelry Design, Illustration, Comics and Anime, Fashion Design, Collage and Mixed Media, Paper Art
Cost$500–$1,499 · $510
Websitehttps://www.artcenternj.org/school-studio/art-camp/
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Kansas City Art InstituteCredit

KCAI's Pre-College ArtLab

A two-week intensive residential summer program for high school students offering college-level studio art instruction in animation, illustration, ceramics, painting, interdisciplinary arts, and 2D/3D design. Students earn three college credits, receive on-campus housing and meals, and work with KCAI faculty.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterKansas City, MO$1,500–$2,999111 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsAnimation, Illustration, Ceramics, Painting, Interdisciplinary Studio, 2D Design, 3D Design
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,500
Websitehttps://kcai.edu/admissions/summer_programs/
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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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Otis College of Art and DesignCredit

Otis College of Art and Design: Summer of Art

A four-week, full-day immersive summer program for high school students and young creatives ages 14.5–19, offering studio-based art and design instruction with hands-on learning, demonstrations, lectures, and critiques. Students in the full-day specialization track earn 3 transferable college credits.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialLos Angeles, CA$1,500–$2,999225 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic
SubjectsArt and Design, Drawing, Animation, Ceramics, Illustration
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,690
Websitehttps://www.otis.edu/soa
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Moore College of Art and DesignCredit

Moore College of Art and Design: Summer Art & Design Institute

A four-week residential pre-college summer program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors to explore art and design disciplines including animation, illustration, painting, and game design while earning college credit.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialPhiladelphia, PA$3,000–$6,999142 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts
SubjectsAnimation, Illustration, Painting, Game Design, Art, Design
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,535
Websitehttps://moore.edu/academics/youth-education/summer-art-amp-design-institute/
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Columbus College of Art and Design (CCAD)Credit

Columbus College of Art & Design: College Preview

A 2-week residential or commuter college-level art and design program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students choose one major from 11 disciplines including animation, graphic design, fashion design, and fine arts, earning 3 transferable college credits upon completion.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterColumbus, OH$3,000–$6,999182 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts, Career Exploration
SubjectsAnimation, Comics & Narrative Practice, Illustration, Game Art & Design, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Product Design, Interior Architecture & Design, Fine Arts, Photography, Film & Video
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,000
Websitehttps://www.ccad.edu/academics/college-preview
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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–$6,999203 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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The Peddie School

Peddie Summer Academy

A two-week residential summer program for rising 7th–9th graders offering STEM, Humanities, and Art electives, with daily classes, meals, housing in Peddie dormitories, and afternoon/evening extracurricular activities including athletics, robotics, and arts.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterHightstown, NJ$3,000–$6,999Rolling (Inquire for 2027)
Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Performing & Visual Arts
Subjects3D Design & Manufacturing, Computer Science: Foundation of AI, Forensic Investigations, Field Ecology, Engineering, Flash Fiction, Writing, Ancient History, Architecture, Japanese Sculpture, Illustration, Public Speaking, Acting
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,200
Websitehttps://www.peddie.org/summeracademy
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Parsons School of DesignCredit

Parsons Academy: Paris Summer Intensive Studies

A summer study abroad program in Paris for ages 16–18 offering intensive courses in fashion, design, art, and creative entrepreneurship, including portfolio preparation and AI design, with college credit awarded.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsResidentialParis, France$7,000+151 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Career Exploration, Academic
SubjectsFashion Design, Fashion Business, Portfolio Preparation, Graphic Design, Illustration, Photography, Painting, Drawing, AI Design
Cost$7,000+ · $9,999
Websitehttps://cpe.newschool.edu/youth-and-pre-college/parsons-paris-summer-intensive-studies
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Ashcan Studio of Art

Ashcan Studio: Pre College Portfolio Prep Program

An intensive summer portfolio preparation program for high school students seeking to build college-ready fine art and design portfolios. Offers personalized instruction in figure drawing, composition, mixed media, and concept development across 4-week or 8-week sessions with flexible scheduling.

Jun–Aug · 4–8 wk sessionsCommuterMultiple locations$7,000+
Entering grades11th, 12th, PG, College
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Career Exploration
SubjectsFine Art & Design, Digital Art, Portfolio Preparation, Figure Drawing, Illustration, Architecture, Mixed Media
Cost$7,000+ · $7,000
Websitehttps://www.ashcanart.com/g_11up_portfolio-intensive
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The Experiment in International Living

Experiment in International Living: Japan - Anime & Manga

A 20-day international exchange program to Japan focused on anime and manga arts, including digital animation, illustration, and Japanese language lessons, with a 3-day homestay component.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsResidentialTokyo, Japan$7,000+
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Language, Travel/Cultural Immersion
SubjectsAnime, Manga, Digital Animation, Illustration, Japanese Language
Cost$7,000+ · $8,413
Websitehttps://www.experiment.org/program/japan-anime-manga/
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