PCA Catalog 2022-23

Paris College of Art

promotes the artistic and intellectual maturation of promising students into exceptional creative professionals, through a rigorous art, design and liberal arts education.

“I came to Paris looking to discover a new city that would influence my art, and what I found at PCA is an inspiring family of artists from all over of the world. Working with them has had such a positive impact on my work!”

Meredith Chadwick

PCA Communication Design Student

Established in 1981 to provide the highest standard of American education to undergraduates in fine arts and design wishing to pursue degree options in Europe, today Paris College of Art continues to fulfill that mission while in addition providing programs at the graduate level. With the resources of our location in one of the world’s most resplendent cities, we emphasize an interdisciplinary approach to academic programs.

We draw students from around the world and the spontaneous cultural diversity this engenders complements the program and fosters a critical sensitivity toward the globalization of visual culture and its impact on respective art and design fields. Our multicultural environment nurtures artistic practice as well as individual growth and the intimate size of our classes provides an optimal environment for developing the discipline and skills required for our students’ artistic pursuit. While our classes are taught in English, we encourage students to study French so that they can take full advantage of their time in Paris.

At Paris College of Art, students develop personal expression through creative problem-solving and process-oriented research. Our methodology gives students a competitive advantage, both academically and professionally, while emphasizing ethical interaction with society as a whole. Through our international faculty of working professionals, we maintain close ties with the Parisian art and design culture. Special events, exhibitions, and conferences bring students in intimate contact with their distinctive European setting.

Graduates of PCA receive Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees issued under PCA’s degreegranting authority from the state of Delaware

and accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).

The European Network of Information Centers in the European Region and National Academic Recognition Information Centers (ENIC-NARIC) provides official recognition of the equivalency of degrees in Europe. For every graduate of the school who wishes, PCA prepares and transmits their diploma and transcripts to the ENIC-NARIC in order to obtain this valuable recognition. In addition, the Rectorat of Paris recognizes the school as a private institute of higher education.

Campus

While the larger campus is certainly Paris, with its museums, historical sites, and contemporary art venues, the facilities of Paris College of Art are ideally suited for the creative endeavors proposed in the classroom. Located in the 10th arrondissement, the Paris College of Art facilities include: a gallery space, student and faculty social spaces, a private courtyard, and many light and airy classrooms with amazing views of Montmartre. Students of Paris College of Art have designated social/ eating spaces, out-of-class work-space, and access to computer labs and specialized studios.

The neighborhood of PCA provides easy access to the textile stores of Montmartre, one of the city’s best photo service stores just steps from our front door, many theaters, performing arts studios, and the offices of many creative agencies as well as cafés and restaurants nearby.

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Undergraduate Degree Programs

PCA’s intensive undergraduate programs prepare students for the professional world of the creative industries and for going on to complete graduate level work.

Foundation, the first year of our four-year BFA degree programs in Communication Design, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, Interior Design, and Photography, taught either inperson or online, is built on the philosophy that there are fundamental approaches, skills and knowledge to be learned that are common to all creative disciplines. In the spring of their first year, students select their major field

of study and go on to complete three years in that discipline to receive their degree.

We also offer an intensive BFA in Film Arts, jointly run by Emerson College and PCA, that can be completed in three calendar years.

All undergraduate curricula incorporate liberal studies course work and art and design history. On the following pages you will find the wide range of undergraduate programs we offer and you can find in-depth information and the most up to date curricular tables on: www.paris.edu.

First-year Options

FOUNDATION IN ART, DESIGN AND PHOTOGRAPHY Foundation is built on the philosophy that there are fundamental approaches, skills and knowledge to be learned that are common to all creative disciplines. We encourage students to have a cross-disciplinary foundation attitude: to take risks, suspend disbelief and be open to new experiences and ways of looking at the world.

Emphasis is placed on craft and skill across disciplines and media: drawing, photography, design, video, 3D forms, etc. A primary goal of our foundation year is to give students confidence in their ability to manifest their ideas. In this way, you will gain the ability to be

flexible and innovative with tools and a variety of media, which is key to being successful in any creative discipline. We now offer you two ways to start the foundation program (see charts below):

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IN PARIS Join us in Paris for our traditional in-person Foundation program.

• FOUNDATION ONLINE: PATHWAY TO PARIS This online program recreates the energy that we generate in studio classes in your home.

*In addition to the required curriculum, in the Spring semester students are encouraged to take an elective in the department they are considering entering in sophomore year.

**In addition to the program outlined above, students will need to take a 2-credit studio elective in one of the following years.

GLOBAL BFA IN FILM ARTS

Run in partnership with Emerson College, this is an intensive program in which you spend each academic year in Paris, three summer residencies in Boston, and one summer residency in the Netherlands. The program begins in the summer. (Program details on page 36)

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BFA (BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS) COMMUNICATION DESIGN (FOUNDATION YEAR + 3 YEARS)

Communication designers give form to information in advertising, publishing and editorial design, corporate and exhibition design, websites, multimedia, environmental graphics, signs and maps, service design, interaction design, film, and video. In all these fields, the need to clearly and succinctly inform, entertain and persuade remains a critical concern.

Students who are interested in using their design skills to effect positive social change will be encouraged to take a series of elective courses that will challenge them to think critically about every creative design choice they make — and consider its cultural, economic and environmental impact on everyday life.

*In addition to the program outlined on page 29, students will need to take a 2-credit studio elective in one of the following years.

BFA (BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS) FASHION DESIGN (FOUNDATION YEAR + 3 YEARS)

The art and business of fashion give form and function to clothing, a basic human need, imbuing it with meaning in the ever-evolving language of style. The Fashion Design program emulates the working process of a professional design studio in which students acquire an understanding of tools, materials, construction techniques and textile design methods, enabling them to express their individual creative visions.

Students who are interested in using their design skills to effect positive social change will be encouraged to take a series of elective courses that will challenge them to think critically about every creative design choice they make — and consider its cultural, economic and environmental impact on everyday life.

*In addition to the program outlined on page 29, students will need to take a 2-credit studio elective in one of the following years.

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BFA (BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS) FINE ARTS (FOUNDATION YEAR + 3 YEARS)

Offering a strong foundation in the artistic tradition via both established and new media, this program enriches our students’ capacity for communication and expression. The curriculum balances a full investigation of traditional media: drawing, painting and sculpture, with extensive explorations in video, installation, performance, photography and digital imaging. Through interdisciplinary practice, students develop individual artistic modes of inquiry.

*In addition to the program outlined on page 29, students will need to take a 2-credit studio elective in one of the following years.

BFA (BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS) INTERIOR DESIGN (FOUNDATION YEAR + 3 YEARS)

This program encourages a thorough yet versatile design approach, following systematic and coordinated methodologies. With an emphasis on retail and commercial spaces, the program is intended for undergraduate students aiming to become professional interior designers specialized in retail, commercial, exhibition and event spaces. The program includes a mandatory six month internship.

Students who are interested in using their design skills to effect positive social change will be encouraged to take a series of elective courses that will challenge them to think critically about every creative design choice they make — and consider its cultural, economic and environmental impact on everyday life.

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*In addition to the program outlined on page 29, students will need to take a 2-credit studio elective in one of the following years.

BFA (BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS) PHOTOGRAPHY (FOUNDATION YEAR + 3 YEARS)

PCA’s photography program balances analog and digital technologies with an emphasis on developing a creative identity and a solid understanding of the image-making process.

The program focuses on new types of visual storytelling: still image, moving image, and multimedia, with a curriculum that emphasizes transdisciplinary skill sets, and understands photography as a hybrid and as a contemporary art form. The curriculum blends technical aspects of image-making and production, and also examines how photographs are disseminated, presented, discussed, used, documented, and archived: in short, how they function in today’s image-driven society.

* During the Spring Semester, students intending on majoring in Photography will take “Photography: Freshman Seminar.”

** In addition to the program outlined on page 29, students will need to take a 2-credit studio elective and complete “Black & White Photography”, “Color Photography”, and “Photography Freshman Seminar” in one of the following years.

GLOBAL BFA (BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS) FILM ART (3 YEARS) AN INTENSIVE JOINT DEGREE OFFERED BY EMERSON COLLEGE

AND PARIS COLLEGE OF ART

This joint BFA degree in Film Art between Emerson College and Paris College of Art is an innovative, intercontinental program that leverages the talents and resources of both institutions to create a truly international education for globally aware and aspiring international film art students. Combining PCA’s strength in studio art and design with Emerson’s outstanding media program creates unparalleled synergies and curricular opportunities. Students spend three summers on Emerson’s Boston campus. In the fall semesters, they move to Paris for the academic year. The program includes one summer at Emerson’s castle in the Netherlands.

“What makes the graduate program at PCA unique is the professors, their experience and the connections they bring into the classroom. As well, we have had many contemporary artists come in and speak to us about their work. ”

Kendall Roth

Photography and Image-making Graduate Student

Graduate Degree Programs

PCA offers a 1-year MA and 2-year MFA degrees in Drawing, Photography & Image-Making, and Transdisciplinary New Media, and 1-year MA degrees in Design for Social Impact, Fashion Film & Photography, and Interior Design. These programs provide students with the competitive edge that they need to succeed professionally.

MA (MASTER OF ARTS) DESIGN FOR SOCIAL IMPACT (1 YEAR)

In this one-year Master’s program PCA joins forces with MakeSense, an international organization that supports social entrepreneurs in the creation and development of their businesses. Together, we equip citizen designers with the practical know-how (design thinking methods, leadership and entrepreneurial skills) to successfully lead design projects that will bring positive societal changes. The guiding question for this program is: How can design change the world?

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MA (MASTER OF ARTS) FASHION FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY (1 YEAR)

The MA in Fashion Film and Photography meets the demands of an expanding market for fashion advertising through storytelling in photography and film, using social media and capitalizing on the ability to reach large audiences at reduced cost through online marketing. Many young fashion brands rely entirely on films distributed online, and fashion films have their own festivals.

MA (MASTER OF ARTS) INTERIOR DESIGN (1 YEAR)

Aimed at emerging designers and conceived to provide them with the necessary tools and skills to become professionals in this field, this program prepares students to meet the demands of an expanding high-end residential and commercial property market in capital cities around the world.

MA/MFA (MASTER OF FINE ARTS) DRAWING (1 OR 2 YEARS)

In these programs, drawing is understood as more than a support or preparation for other disciplines: it is considered the work. The aim is to explore contemporary and emerging approaches to drawing alongside the continued acquisition and practice of academic skills. There is an expectation that students will explore a convergence rather than opposition of the two.

MA/MFA (MASTER OF FINE ARTS) PHOTOGRAPHY & IMAGE-MAKING (1 OR 2 YEARS)

Focusing on visual storytelling and image-making: still image, moving image, and multimedia, with a curriculum that understands photography as a hybrid and emerging art form, this program explores digital image-making as a force and is designed to be practice based and process oriented. Based on the intersection of visual phenomena, critical studies, and creative production, the program offers a unique blend of studio practice with theoretical and art historical training.

MA/MFA (MASTER OF FINE ARTS) TRANSDISCIPLINARY NEW MEDIA (1 OR 2 YEARS)

Designed for those who are interested in exploring the wide-ranging creative field of new media that goes beyond traditionally defined art and design disciplines, this program employs methods of transdisciplinary practice through collaborative teamwork. Through a shared creative process, students will re-frame their current understanding of different tools, technologies, theories and methods, developing hybrid systems and solutions that go beyond any one discipline.

“My teacher had a wealth of experience and knowledge in art, architecture and history of Paris but was also a very willing tour guide. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience. The boat trip on the Seine and the Picasso Museum tour were such a lovely addition.”

Fionnuala Quigley

PCA Summer Program student

Summer Program

Summer at PCA

The Summer Program at Paris College of Art offers an exciting set of courses with a modern edge in the historically and artistically rich city of Paris. In these two-week long courses, taught in English, introductory through advanced level students will explore art, design, and culture.

An international faculty comprised of professional artists and designers guide students through the colorful streets and neighborhoods of Paris. Through field trips to museums, studios, boutiques, and design organizations, students take advantage of the abundant resources the city has to offer; Paris serves as both a subject matter and a source of inspiration. Studio work, lectures, and independent research projects allow students to develop new skills, refine their understanding of art and design, and create portfolio pieces for college or graduate school admissions.

HOUSING

In order to promote a greater sense of community for students enrolled in our summer program, communal student housing is encouraged for all.

Housing is available on a first-come, firstserved basis. Please note: direct housing reservations close by April 15 as availability is not guaranteed any longer after that date. However, you are welcome to enquire about housing availabilities after finalizing your course registration.

CREDIT & AUDIT OPTIONS

Courses are available either for credit (each two-week course is worth 2 credits) or may be audited. Participants who enroll for credit will receive a grade based on the completion of their required coursework and an official transcript, which may allow them to apply these college-level credits to current or future studies.

LEVELS

Pre-College: Must be at least 16 years old at the start of the program. Undergraduate + Young Professionals: Must be at least 19 years old or a rising second-year university student at the start of the program, or individuals who have completed bachelor level studies and/or working professionals.

COURSE OFFERINGS

Past Summer course offerings included:

• Basics of Filmmaking

• Create your Artist Book: Documenting Cafe Culture in Paris

• Drawing for Portfolio in Paris: Skills Development & Concept Development

• Paris in Black & White: Analog & Digital Photography

• Paris Fashion Culture

• Paris Fashion Week: Street Style Fashion Photography

• Paris Through its Museums & Artistic Sites

• Wonderful Paris: Drawing from Architecture & Interior Design

Summer 2022 classes will be open for registration in November 2021.

SUMMER 2023

Session 1: June 12—June 23

Session 2: June 26—July 7

Session 3: July 10—July 21

For more information, visit: www.paris.edu/summer

Summer 2023 tuition rates

Early Bird Credit 2,250 € Audit 1,545 €

Standard Credit 2,650 € Audit 1,800 €

Summer 2022 housing rates

600 € per 2 week stay

Non Degree Programs

Certificate

Certificate students have an extraordinary exposure to the art and design world of Paris and come away with new skills and experiences that will enrich their artistic vision and permanently impact their view of the world.

The intensive curriculum of the Paris College of Art certificate programs offers a non-degree option for those wishing to launch a career transition, refine a professional level design portfolio, or prepare for entering a Masters degree program. The certificate programs are ideally suited for the mature student who already has an undergraduate degree and wishes to complete his/her education with a professional art and design concentration. These programs emphasize skill development and provide a solid foundation in the process, technology, and language of art and design.

Working side-by-side with our undergraduate degree students, certificate students have access to all studio facilities, services and partnerships that the school has to offer.

Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours for the one-year certificate program. Studying full-time (minimum of 12 credits per semester), certificate students with the guidance of their academic advisor, develop an individualized program specifically catered to their needs and interests.

AREAS OF STUDY

• COMMUNICATION DESIGN

• FASHION DESIGN

• FINE ARTS

• INTERIOR DESIGN

• PHOTOGRAPHY

Study Abroad at PCA (Bachelor’s

Level)

PCA offers an extraordinary Study Abroad program for college sophomores and juniors, or those with undergraduate degrees who wish to spend a semester or year experiencing the art, design, and culture of Paris.

At PCA you can:

• Investigate fashion design, textiles and the history of French costume in the original city of fashion;

• Photograph on the streets of the city where the medium was born;

• Develop your artistic vision while being exposed to classical and contemporary art;

• Expand your knowledge of design by being exposed to European design sensibilities and approaches;

Studying full-time in English, Study Abroad at PCA students have the freedom of choosing from our vast array of courses to create a rigorous and stimulating curriculum that matches their academic needs and interests. Students can focus their studies in one departmental area or create a multidisciplinary selection.

AREAS OF STUDY

• ART HISTORY

• COMMUNICATION DESIGN

• FASHION DESIGN

• FINE ARTS

• INTERIOR DESIGN

• LIBERAL STUDIES

• PHOTOGRAPHY

Unique to Study Abroad at PCA

PARIS INSIDE /OUT

To initiate students to Paris’ thriving contemporary gallery scene and give them backstage access to the city’s art and design community, we offer a one-credit course composed of excursions and guided visits to art exhibits, design workshops and other French cultural events throughout Paris.

Recent visits have included:

• Guided tour of private rooms at the Hotel de Ville

• Visit to the workshop of the renowned and historic art supply store, Sennelier

• Private tour of the Collège des Bernadins.

Paris Inside/Out is open to graduate as well as undergraduate students.

FRENCH INSTRUCTION AND INDIVIDUAL TUTORING

PCA offers four levels of French language courses from beginner to advanced topicbased courses taught in French that include activities such as French wine tasting and visits to sites particular to Paris like the Passages Couverts – enclosed shopping areas dating from the early 19th century.

These outings help to improve language skills, as well as general cultural knowledge. To enrich student’s everyday life in Paris and accelerate their acquisition of the language, PCA also provides individual French tutoring.

Exchange Program Network

In addition to studying with peers from all over the world, students enrolled in the fulltime BFA programs at PCA have the opportunity to study abroad for a semester or a year during their junior year at one of the universities in our Exchange Network.

NORTH AMERICA

1. Vancouver, BC, CANADA Emily Carr University of Art + Design

2. New York, NY, USA School of Visual Arts

3. Brooklyn, NY, USA Pratt Institute

4. Baltimore, MD, USA Maryland Institute College of Art

5. Cambridge, MA, USA Lesley University

6. Boston, MA, USA Emerson College

7. Boston, MA, USA SMFA at Tufts

8. New York, NY, USA Fashion Institute of Technology

9. Detroit, MI, USA College for Creative Studies

10. New York, NY, USA School of Visual Arts

11. Poughkeepsie, NY, USA Marist College

12. Portland, ME, USA Maine College of Art + Design

CENTRAL AMERICA

13. Ciudad de México, MEXICO Universidad Iberoamericana

14. Monterrey, MEXICO Universidad de Monterrey

EUROPE

15. Stockholm, SWEDEN Konstfack

16. Helsinki, FINLAND Aalto University School of Art & Design

17. Rotterdam, NETHERLANDS

Willem de Kooning Academy

18. Copenhagen, DENMARK

Copenhagen School of Art and Technology

19. Glasgow, SCOTLAND The Glasgow School of Art

ASIA AND PACIFIC RIM

20. Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto Seika University

21. Suginami, Japan Joshibi College of Art + Design

22. Seoul, South Korea Hongik University

23. New Taipei City, Taiwan, R.O.C National Taiwan University of Arts

24. Sydney, AUSTRALIA Sydney College of the Arts

25. Melbourne, AUSTRALIA Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology

MEA

26. Jerusalem, ISRAEL The Bezalel Academy of Arts & Design

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DENMARK

Danish School of Media & Journalism

KOREA Sookmyung Women’s University

LEBANON

Lebanese American University

UK

Oxford University

University of the Arts London

USA

Art Center College of Design

American University

Bates College

Brown University

California College of Arts

Carnegie Mellon

Clark University

Colby-Sawyer  College

Columbia University

Corcoran College of Art & Design

Cornell University

Georgetown University

George Washington University

Hamilton College

Kansas City Art Institute

Lehigh University

Minneapolis College of Art & Design

Reed College

Sage College of Albany

Sarah Lawrence College

School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Stanford University

Tulane University

University of California,

Los Angeles

University of Massachusetts

University of Michigan

University of New Mexico

Vassar College

Virginia Commonwealth University

Yale University

PCA hosts students in the Study Abroad at PCA program from schools both within our exchange network and beyond. In addition to those schools in our network, recently students have joined the program from:

Careers

Corporate Partner Projects and Career Services

PCA stresses the value of networking as a vital tool to starting one’s career. Internships, through which students further their creative capabilities and are introduced to the professional aspects of their chosen areas of study, are an integral part of all of our academic programs. The Career Services Office and faculty in each department develop relationships in the industry to create internship opportunities and develop corporate projects for students. Corporate partnership projects give students an invaluable opportunity to showcase their ingenuity to corporate executives and such opportunities can lead to job offers and help students expand their professional contacts. Through participation in corporate projects, internships, and resume & cover letter writing workshops, students gain great insight into the professional market and develop job search skills geared toward working in Europe and beyond.

AUBUSSON

PCA students collaborated with Les Ateliers d’Aubusson – creators of modern tapestries inspired by the Aubusson designs that have adorned castles around the world for more than six centuries. PCA students competed in the ‘Contemporary Tapestry Project’ and the winning design was produced in the Les Ateliers d’Aubusson workshop and will be sold exclusively in their stores and online platform.

BACCARAT

After being briefed on the history of La Maison Baccarat, students in Fashion Film & Photography were challenged to create a series of social media fashion films to engage younger audiences and potential customers while maintaining the branding and luxury approach to Baccarat’s universe. The students

developed and created a series of live action and motion graphics vignettes for La Maison Baccarat based on their collection of special glasses for different occasions entitled “How to Wine.”

HERMÈS WINDOW IMAGINATION

A team of PCA students, from various departments, designed and produced Hermès window designs for their Avenue George V boutique heralding the opening of the Saut Hermès at the Grand Palais.

LA FASHION FESTIVAL

Fashion Film & Photography students were asked to come up with a series of concepts for the promotion of the 2019 LA Fashion Festival rooted in the idea of sustainable fashion. Drawing from photography research and their individual thesis work, students developed, filmed, and edited their original concepts as both fashion films and as promotional clips for LAFF social media channels.

MANE SIGNATURE SCENT

Mane collaborated with PCA students from all departments on an innovative project to stimulate creativity, find bridges between creators from various disciplines and give birth to a new fragrance.

MAUBOUSSIN YOUNG TALENT COMPETITION

Mauboussin, in collaboration with PCA, established their first jewelry design contest, organized to discover and to launch new talent in jewelry design. The Mauboussin Young Talent competition focused on the avant-garde and creative imagination of its participants, in relation to current trends. The winner, selected by jury, received a prize of 10,000 € and the winning design is produced and sold by Mauboussin.

Notable Alumni

Erin Fetherston

Tom Ford

Bennu Gerede

Georgia Hardinge

Calla Haynes

Lazaro Hernandez

Nicky Hoberman

Dimitar Lukonov

Ryan Mendoza

David Peck

Julia Restoin Roitfeld

Patrick Robinson

Margot Warre

STUDENTS HAVE RECENTLY DONE INTERNSHIPS AT THESE COMPANIES:

Achetez de l’Art / Adikteev / ALC & LLC / Alireza Razavi Studio / Althea Dance Company / AMI Paris / AP production / Arcadis/ Artimore / Association Kandinsky / Atelier Wollworth / Balenciaga / BOON / Boutet / Cabinet Alberto Pinto / Chapelle 14 / CRI / Diadeis / DRH Printemps / Ecole Polytechnique / Eden Tech / EFASHION / Elie Saab / Elliott Barnes Interiors / Etienne Macquet / Fendi France / Frédérique Lecerf / Free Persephone Spa / Galerie Artelie / Golgotha / Harmonic Inc. / Heart Heart Heart / HP France / ID WAD / IM Production / Irina Rasquinet / Jacques Solovière / Juliette Rubel / LA PAC / Liberté / Loci Anima / LVMH Dom Pérignon / Madame Lupin / Malhia Kent / Maison

Sarah Lavoine / Manoush / Maven - Mix with the Masters / MHCS / My French PA / OCUS / OECD / Owenscorp (Rick Owens) / Owkin / Peet Dullaert / Printemps.com / ReSEE / REVOIR/ Rojo Architecture / Rouje Paris / Rozenza Crossman / SACAI / Sakina / Salon H / Shanta Rao et David Cousinard / Singulart / SNIC Agence VU’ / Studio.a.mainardi / Swan Management / Swapcard / Sybille de Margerie / Thierry Tessier / Three Star Books / Tissu Solidaire / Tolila + Gilliland / Transe Paris / Victoria/ Thomas / Y/Project / YANG LI

The resources provided by the Career Services Office remain available to students post-graduation, and they are encouraged to become active members of the Alumni Association to help further their career development. In addition to a university education, PCA offers its students significant resources to help them enter the art and design field of their choice, including, but not limited to, career counseling, networking and internship opportunities, interviewing skills, and resume and portfolio reviews. However, PCA makes no guarantee, expressed or implied, regarding an individual student’s success entering the job market.

“Through the PCA Career’s Office I got an internship with 3.1 Phillip Lim during my Freshman year. The summer after, they remembered me and offered me a paid position for fashion week, showroom, and market here in Paris after only my first year!”

Jordan Farish

Foundation Student

PCA

Exhibitions & Events

PCA Project Space - Espace F15

Espace F15 is a vital component of the school, and offers a showcase for artists of all genres. As part of the institution’s cultural mission, Espace F15 presents the work of local and international painters, sculptors, illustrators, photographers, and installation/multimedia artists as well as student work from all the departments.

Annual End-of-Year Show

The PCA End-of-Year is a visual culmination of student work from every department.

PCA Talks

PCA Talks, scheduled monthly during the academic year, are designed to engender discussion on topics related to art, photography, fashion, design and more, and feature professionals and experts in the creative industries talking about their work and process. PCA talks are streamed live on Zoom. Follow the news on our website or our Instagram for upcoming events.

THE 2022-2O23 CALENDAR INCLUDED:

Anton Bialas Behind Our Eyes

Sarker Protik

Blurring the notions of geopolitical boundaries

Julie Blanc {@media print} A (bright) future without desktop publishing

Student Life

The cultural diversity of Paris College of Art combined with our location at the crossroads of Europe makes studying here a uniquely rich experience for young artists and designers. Student life is a blend of structured classes, studio time and extracurricular events including guest speakers, gallery openings, social gatherings and the discovery of the world beyond the walls of the school.

Drawing upon the infinite resources the city has to offer, the Student Life Office and the Student Council organize special events, including: evening outings to the theatre; museum, gallery, and professional atelier visits; and cultural immersion activities and events.

Student Life Office

An important resource for students, the Student Life Office is both the center of student activities and a support network that helps students navigate the many practical aspects of life in Paris. The orientation program provides a week-long introduction to the French capital as well as an opportunity to meet fellow classmates, faculty and staff who form the school community.

Student Life Counselors help students obtain residence permits (titres de séjour) and advise on such practical matters as banking, telephone and transportation systems, and also insurance and medical referrals.

PCA students subscribe to French Social Security, which is free and provides healthcare coverage to which they can add a supplemental health insurance for a very reasonable cost. The Student Life Office helps students find English-speaking doctors and manage the administrative aspects of health care coverage.

Housing

Finding a place to live in Paris can be both exciting and challenging. The Student Life Office provides information about several different housing options, designed to accommodate students’ needs, preferences, and budgets. Whether students wish to live in student residences, in homestays, or in independent apartments, Student Life provides individualized support in securing housing and settling in Paris.

For students who wish to live in dormitory style housing, PCA books a limited number of single rooms at the Fondation des Etats-Unis (FEU) – a private student residence – located at the Cité Internationale Universitaire (Cité U). Housing at FEU is usually only available to graduate students who are US citizens. However, through our partnership PCA undergraduates and masters students from all countries have the possibility of booking a room. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Meals

PCA students take advantage of the city’s vast culinary offerings by preparing meals at home, eating in local restaurants or from take-away shops in the neighborhood. Additionally, through the CROUS, a branch of the French Ministry of Education, students have access to four restaurants and twenty university cafeterias where they can have a three-course meal for lunch or dinner for as little as four euros.

Visit Paris College of Art

Choosing the right school requires getting to know a school as well as you can before and during the application process. This is why we encourage you to visit our campus, attend Open House, view our students’ work, and get familiar with our program offerings, courses and faculty background.

Our Admissions Counselors and Ambassadors are available to answer your questions, guide you through the admissions process, and provide support and insight that will be invaluable as you make your transition to becoming a Paris College of Art student.

OPEN HOUSE

Whether you are in the early years of high school, are a working professional looking to change career or are an accepted candidate, Open House is a great opportunity learn more about PCA’s undergraduate and graduate programs, talk to our faculty and students, and find out about what life is like as a student in Paris.

Fall 2021 Open House will be held online while our Spring Open House will be a hybrid event.

Fall Open House

Saturday, November 12, 2022

Spring Open House

Saturday, March 18, 2023

PCA OPEN HOUSE GRANT

If traveling to Paris to attend Open House seems beyond your budget you will be interested to learn about the PCA Open House Grant. For students who enroll into one of our full-time degree programs after attending an Open House event, we will reduce the first semester tuition costs by up to 1000 euros to cover the cost of your trip to attend Open House.*

CAMPUS TOURS & INFORMATION SESSIONS

We offer many ways for you to learn more about PCA. In person tours and information sessions are offered in small groups twice a week. As well, we offer many online events including information sessions, portfolio development workshops, creative careers presentations and more. You can visit PCA from anywhere by taking a Virtual Tour of our campus on our website. Visit our website www.paris.edu/admissions/ to get a complete list and to register to attend.

*You must provide your travel costs receipts so please hold on to them!

Apply to Paris College of Art

STEP 1. Complete the application form

Via our online application form, you will provide us with the information we need for you to start your journey toward becoming a Paris College of Art student. Fill in this form carefully and completely. To begin your application you will be required to pay the mandatory 50€ application fee. Please note that you can save your application while in progress, and return to finish it later. Within a week of submitting your application, you will receive a login and password to check on your application status, and you will be personally assigned an admissions counselor who will be your contact throughout the application process. Go to www.paris.edu/admissions to apply.

STEP 2. Submit supplementary materials

All applicants are required to submit a personal statement and transcripts from a minimum of three years of study. The remaining application requirements depend on your background and intended program. Read through the descriptions of the application materials in the Admissions Section of www.paris.edu for the requirements specific to your program.

STEP 3. Schedule an interview

To complete your application, you must have an interview either by phone or in person with a member of the admissions committee. Once your we have received all of your application materials you can schedule your interview.

Admissions Criteria

Paris College of Art seeks serious, responsible, and highly motivated applicants who demonstrate potential for growth. A prospective student’s potential for artistic achievement is one of the most important criteria in evaluating candidates for admission, whether it be at the undergraduate or graduate level. PCA students work with high level professionals in their chosen field of study, and a level of maturity and autonomy is expected of our students. English proficiency is a requirement, but we seek to serve an international student body where no one national group is dominant in numbers. We also care deeply about the sense of community that an institution of PCA’s size is able to offer, and respectful collaboration and teamwork are important values at PCA. Applications for the BFA in Film Art need to be submitted on www.emerson.edu

Deadlines

We review completed applications in rounds throughout the year. You are encouraged to apply early, as priority for admission and scholarship is given in earlier rounds. Non-EU students, who must obtain a student visa to study in France should apply as early as possible.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

FALL ADMISSIONS

Early Action Round

September 15 Application Opens

November 7 Deadline to Submit App Form

Oct 1-Dec 1 Interviewing Period

Jan 3-11 Interviewing Period

Januray 13 Decisions Release

May 1 Deposit Deadline

Regular Decision Round

March 1 Deadline to Submit App Form

March 15 Apps must be complete

Jan 15-March 30 Interviewing Period

April 7 Decisions Release*

May 1

Deposit Deadline

Late submissions on space available basis

SPRING ADMISSION

UNDERGRADUATE ONLY

October 15 Deadline to Submit App Form

November 1 Apps must be complete

Oct 1-Nov 15 Interviewing Period

Decisions Released Weekly*

*based on available spaces

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

FALL ADMISSION ONLY

Early Action Round

September 15 Application Opens

November 7 Deadline to Submit App Form

Oct 1-Dec 1 Interviewing Period

Jan 3-11 Interviewing Period

Januray 13 Decisions Release

May 1

Deposit Deadline

Regular Decision Round

March 1 Deadline to Submit App Form

March 15 Apps must be complete

Jan 15-March 30 Interviewing Period

April 7 Decisions Release*

May 1

Deposit Deadline

Late submissions on space available basis

GLOBAL BFA IN FILM ART

Applications must be submitted via Emerson College’s application process.

Visit www.emersons.edu for more

Cost of Education

PCA Financial Assistance

Academic Year 2023-20234

UNDERGRADUATE, CERTIFICATE, & STUDY ABROAD AT PCA PROGRAMS

Includes all school fees and is applicable for the Fall & Spring terms for full-time study.

Per Semester Tuition Fee

14,900 €

Online Foundation: Pathways to Paris

Per Semester Tuition Fee – 7,900 €**

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Includes all school fees and is applicable for one full year (Fall & Spring terms) for full-time study.

MA Tuition Fee

EU/EEA/CH Nationals – 14,900 €

International Students – 29,800 €

MFA Year 1 Tuition Fee

EU/EEA/CH Nationals – 14,900 €

International Students – 29,800 €

MFA Year 2 Tuition Fee

EU/EEA/CH Nationals – 14,900 €

International Students – 29,800 €

ESTIMATED COST OF LIVING PER SEMESTER

Housing – 5,200 €

Personal / Meals – 3,100 €

Art Supplies / Books – 350-800 €

Local transportation – 190€

** Online Foundation: Pathways to Paris students are not eligible to receive PCA financial assistance.

We Can Help You Make Your Dreams Come True

Paris College of Art provides scholarships, loans, graduate teaching assistantships (for MFA candidates) and the College Assistance Program (CAP) to eligible students with financial need and academic merit to help defray a portion of the cost of tuition.

To help cover the rest of the tuition fee, we provide assistance to students in navigating how to obtain financial aid from other sources like Sallie Mae for US citizens, CSN for Swedish citizens, Erasmus + bank loans for Master’s Students from EU and partner countries, as well as other country’s governmental loan and scholarship programs.

Approximately 30% of PCA students receive financial assistance from the school and award packages typically cover approximately 30% of tuition.

ELIGIBILITY

Full-time Undergraduate Degree**, Certificate, and Free-mover Study Abroad at PCA Students* are all eligible to apply for financial assistance. International Graduate students (non-EU) are also eligible. Awards are made on the basis of three criteria: the student’s financial need, merit, and assessed commitment to their program of study at PCA.

APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Once a student has applied for admission to Paris College of Art, they will receive a link to our financial assistance application. Students are encouraged to apply for admission and financial assistance as early as possible for priority consideration.

For further information: financial.assistance@paris.edu

* Please contact studyabroad@paris.edu to find out more about the program, eligibility requirements and the application process.

Types of Assistance

Financial assistance packages help defray a portfion of tuition costs and may include:

SCHOLARSHIPS & INSTITUTIONAL LOANS

Scholarships & Loans are awarded to students who show financial need and/or academic and artistic merit and defray a portion of tuition.

Loans do not come due until 3 months after the student has completed their degree or certificate at PCA or immediately after the student has left the school for any other reason.

COLLEGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CAP)

Students who are awarded the College Assistance Program have the option to complete an assigned number of hours each semester, on campus, assisting an academic or administrative department. The hours that they complete reduce their following semester’s tuition due; if the student wishes, a portion of the award can be received as a monthly stipend.

Participation in the College Assistance Program is mandatory as it has a direct impact on financial need assessment. Should a student fail to complete all of the assigned hours of their CAP, their total financial assistance package will be lowered upon annual renewal.

TEACHING ASSISTANT POSITIONS

For select MFA students teaching assistant positions are available providing an opportunity to develop your teaching resume. Students in the MFA program who have the necessary qualifications can TA up to two semesters in the second year of the degree.

OTHER SOURCES OF ASSISTANCE

Several countries provide financial assistance to students studying at PCA. We provide support to students in navigating how to obtain financial aid from their home country’s governmental loan and scholarship programs, and private granting organizations. On our website: www.paris.edu, you will find information about these types of aid listed by country; if your country offers financial assistance and you do not find it listed on our website please contact us.

CAF/FRENCH HOUSING ASSISTANCE

Students in France with financial need, regardless of nationality, are eligible to apply for financial support from the French government to offset housing costs. This aid is administered by the Caisse d’Allocations Familiales (Family Allowances Fund), commonly referred to as the CAF. Students may apply for this aid after they have secured housing. Please note that an application for CAF does not guarantee that you will receive aid, and this government assistance is only awarded to students enrolled in full-time studies in France, for a minimum of one academic year. The amount of support received depends on the student’s need and the type of housing.

“The financial assistance I received from PCA allowed me to concentrate on my studies and benefit from everything the school and the city offers. I wouldn’t have made it to where I am today without the education and the professional contacts I gained and today I am so pleased to give back to the school as a member of the board.”

David Peck, Class of ‘06 Entrepreneur & CEO of David Peck and president of the PCA Board of Trustees

Design: Lucrezia Russo

Updated 2023: Marie Breton

© 2022-2023 / Paris College of Art. This catalog is a guide, the information it contains is, as far as possible, up-to-date at the time of publishing, but is subject to alteration without notice. Paris College of Art reserves the right to change any matter contained in this publication, including but not limited to tuition, fees, policies, degree programs, names of programs, course offerings, academic activities, academic requirements, facilities, faculty, and administrators. In addition to a university education, the institution offers its students significant resources to help them enter the art and design field of their choice post-graduation, including, but not limited to, career counseling, networking and internship opportunities, interviewing skills, and resume and portfolio reviews; however, Paris College of Art makes no guarantee, expressed or implied, regarding an individual student’s success entering the job market as an aspiring artist, photographer, designer or design manager. Payment of tuition or attendance at any classes shall constitute a student’s acceptance of the administration’s rights as set forth above.