2022 Summer Pre-College Program Cleveland Institute of Art Creativity Matters
Cleveland Institute of Art Pre-College program Summer 2022
Session 1: June 19–July 1 Session 2: July 10–22
Whether you work digitally or like getting your hands dirty, CIA has a place for you, and Pre-College is a great way to get started. During our intensive residency program, you’ll spend two- or four-weeks focusing on what you love—making art. With dedicated studios and faculty, CIA’s Pre-College program is the perfect way to refine your skills and prepare for your creative future. Build your portfolio, earn college credit, and experience being a student at a leading college of art + design.
Find your place. Tell your story. Build your creative future. cia.edu/precollege
“CIA’s Pre-College experience was amazing. By spending two weeks on campus, it gave me the chance to see that I really do want to pursue a career in design.” —Cynthia
Why CIA’s Pre-College program?
Prepare for your creative future Our Pre-College program is the perfect way to see if a college of art and design is right for you. You will spend each day immersed in our state-of-the art studios while working alongside students who share your passion.
College credit + a head start on college Receive three college credits and a grade upon successful completion of the two-week program, or six college credits for taking both sessions. Pre-College students are also eligible to earn designated scholarships toward CIA’s BFA program.
Techniques and skills Work intensively in an area of your choice to refine your skills and try new techniques. Our rigorous curriculum matches that of full-time students, so you know you’re getting the most out of your stay.
Experience life as an art and design student Join a small cohort of like-minded artists and thrive in the cultural hub of University Circle in Cleveland, Ohio. Live on campus, make new friends, and make lots of art!
From the interfaces of the apps we use, to the spaces we live in— the results of creativity are all around us.
80% of 2020 graduates are, after 12 months, working in their field, exhibiting, and/or in graduate school
Best
colleges for your money, 2020 —Money Magazine
Best 100% students get real-world experience
10:1 student to faculty ratio
in the Midwest, 8 years running —Princeton Review
Learn something new or focus on something you love.
At the Cleveland Institute of Art, we are dedicated to teaching art and design students in an environment built exclusively for creative thinkers. Taught by experts in the field, our courses are designed for students with talent, but not necessarily experience in each discipline, so feel free to explore something new. Students take one area of study per session. Can’t decide on one class? Take both sessions of Pre-College to explore another class!
Session 1 June 19–July 1
Session 2 July 10–22
2D Design: Color + Form Animation Designing for Public Spaces Foundation in Observational Drawing Game Design Illustration Life Sciences Illustration Painting Sculpture + 3D Design Video + Digital Cinema
3D Modeling for Inventive Design Animation Craft & Design: Ceramics, Glass, Jewelry + Metals Digital Painting Graphic Design Illustration Painting Photography Printmaking
View full course descriptions and sample projects at cia.edu/precollege
“CIA’s Pre-College provided me the confidence to pursue art as a viable career. —Grace
A typical Day Monday–Friday 8am Breakfast 9am–12pm Studio Class* (commuter students arrive at 9am) 12–1pm Lunch 1–4pm
Studio Class*
4pm
Open studio
5–6pm Dinner 6–9pm
Evening Studio* (commuter students depart at 9pm)
10pm
Rest + Repeat
*All class and studo time is mandatory, including the 6–9pm sessions.
On weekends, there will be personal time in the mornings and required afternoon and evening studio time, as well as scheduled activities and presentations.
Your home in Cleveland. Explore the life of a college student. Whether you come from California or Cleveland, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the amazing cultural hub of University Circle. Chosen by Forbes magazine as “one of the 10 prettiest neighborhoods in the country,” CIA is just a moment’s walk to Case Western Reserve University, museums, dining, and shopping. Residential students will stay in CIA’s Uptown Residence Hall, just steps from the studio spaces where you’ll spend your day. The residence hall features apartment-style suites with kitchenettes, a shared common space, two bedrooms, and two bathrooms. Beyond your suite, you’ll enjoy free laundry facilities, workout machines, and decks overlooking University Circle. Meals are included, offering a variety of options and accommodations for all dietary needs.
Can you commute? Yes! If you live in Cuyahoga County, commuting is also an option. We have many full-time commuter students at CIA. Take advantage of gaining the same academic experience as residential Pre-College students while returning home each evening.
“I left Pre-College with many new skills as well as portfolio pieces that I still use to apply to galleries today.” —Eli
“Pre-College helped me realize that art could be much more than just my little sketchbook, and that I could accomplish massive things with the right guidance.” —Grace
In the heart of a cultural hub.
Within a city experiencing a cultural renaissance. CIA is located within University Circle, the most culturally dense square mile in the country. We’re neighbors with the world-renowned Cleveland Museum of Art, the Cleveland Orchestra, and Case Western Reserve University. When not in the studios, you’ll live in our contemporary, apartment-style residence halls, just steps from school, dining, and culture. Cleveland’s Museum of Contemporary Art is literally across the street! Cleveland’s restaurant, music and art scenes regularly receive national attention. And the Cleveland Metroparks are nationally recognized as amongst the most beautiful in the country.
From your residence hall and studio, you’re just steps from what USA Today declared the country’s “Best Arts District.”
Application information
We invite you to join us this summer. CIA’s Pre-College is the perfect way to refine your skills, build your portfolio, and see if a college of art and design is right for you. Students entering grades 10 through 12 are invited to apply.
Application details/timeline Online application opens December 1, 2021 at cia.edu/apply Priority application deadline is February 15, 2022. Applications accepted after this date are reviewed as space allows.
Your application should include Online application Portfolio (8–10 works) Letter of recommendation $35 non-refundable application fee
Important dates February 15, 2022 Priority Application/ Scholarship Deadline Priority applicants will be notified by March 1 on acceptance. April 1, 2022 Space-available Application Deadline
Scholarships A limited number of scholarships, ranging from $250 to $1,000 are available. We do our best to allot as many scholarships as possible, but limited funding doesn’t always allow all applications to be awarded. Apply by February 15 to be considered for scholarships.
“Pre-College showed me an ocean of opportunities and the multitudes of paths I can take to get to any one destination.” —Cullen
Join us this summer. Build your creative career with us. Tuition + Fees Two-week: Residential Students Tution (includes college credits, room and board, meals, materials, and activities) Refundable Housing Deposit Refundable Materials Deposit
Two-week: Commuter Students Tution (includes college credits, meals, materials, and activities) Refundable Materials Deposit
$2,500
$150 $100
$2,000
$100
Both sessions: Residential Students Tution (includes college credits, room and board, meals, materials, and activities) Refundable Housing Deposit Refundable Materials Deposit
Both sessions: Commuter Students Tution (includes college credits, meals, materials, and activities) Refundable Materials Deposit
$5,000
$150 $100
$4,000
$100
Can I take more than one class? Students can take one class per session. But may students choose to attend both sessions, allowing them to take two classes and earn six college credits! Can international students apply? Yes! Apply early to allow time to obtain an I-20 visa. You’ll also need to complete a Certification of Finances form and meet CIA’s requirements for English proficiency.
It’s time to launch your creative career. Apply today
For more information
Applying is easy! Start your online application today, and you can return later to upload your portfolio.
For complete course descriptions and information on housing, deadlines and more, visit
cia.edu/apply
cia.edu/precollege
CIA’s Pre-College program is supported in part through the generosity of the Graffiti HeArt, and the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation.
Work that makes a difference.. Work that matters.
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