N
IG
18
20
ES D
4,
F
O
us t
L
O
O
H SC
ug
D
–A
N
LA
IS
23
E D O
Ju ne
RH
Get ready for 6 weeks of eye-opening, mindbending, thoughtprovoking, imaginationexpanding, lifelong friend-making education that will forever shape how you see art and design, yourself, and the world around you. 6 weeks that will stay with you for the rest of your life. 1
RISD Pre-College isn’t just an education. It’s an experience—one that will whet your appetite for college and give you the space you need to develop solid skills in art and design. For six weeks, you’ll live like a college student in RISD residence halls. You’ll follow a college-level studio curriculum. And you’ll have the freedom to explore all Rhode Island has to offer every weekend—including museums, art galleries and beaches. But that doesn’t mean it’s all clam shacks and suntan oil. Because you’ll also face the same challenges as a RISD college student. That means you’ll need to work hard and remain focused—no matter what else crops up. Not only will you build confidence in yourself as an artist and as an individual, but you’ll: Master a range of tools, materials and techniques. Study with award-winning faculty in our art studios. Forge the kind of friendships that last a lifetime.
3
RISD Pre-College strengthens your ability to observe, analyze, conceptualize and create. You’ll . . . discover how to articulate your responses to the world around you through the visual language of art and design. expose yourself to a range of artistic techniques and media from different disciplines—as well as RISD’s renowned art museum, library and nature lab, and the surrounding city (a work of art in its own right). strengthen your critical thinking skills and kickstart the process of defining who you really are, deep down. meet students from across the country and around the world. Prepare to form strong bonds as you tackle the program together. Many long-term friendships start during Pre-College—which is no surprise given that you’re sharing living and work space, participating in organized activities, and helping each other manage your time and workloads.
Your foundation One of the hallmarks of a RISD undergraduate education is the Experimental and Foundation Studies program, a yearlong immersion in rigorous visual and critical inquiry, designed to encourage you to experiment and challenge ideas. And that’s no different for the Pre-College Program, where you’ll be introduced to the RISD curricular concept through three foundation courses: Drawing Foundations, Design Foundations and Critical Studies in Art. These courses will help you sharpen your powers of observation, gain experience with various tools, materials and techniques, and learn to analyze and discuss works of art. You’ll build upon that foundation by choosing a major, which will allow you to explore a particular field of design or fine art.
4
broaden your artistic horizons.
A typical week* • two full days in foundation-level drawing & design courses • a half day in a critical examination of art, artists and their context in society • two full days in your major concentration
Foundation Studies Drawing Foundations Design Foundations Critical Studies in Art Majors Animation Architecture Ceramics Comic Book Art Drawing Fashion Design Film/Video
Furniture Design Game Design Graphic Design Illustration Industrial Design Interior Design Jewelry
Painting Photography: Digital Photography: Traditional Printmaking Sculpture Textile Design
* See program Academic + Attendance policies at precollege.risd.edu
6
Showcase An essential element of the learning process at RISD is the studio critique. As you learn to present and discuss your work in front of others, you’ll grow more comfortable with articulating your artistic goals. Critiques, or “crits,” take place throughout the course of each class, and serve as important guideposts as you refine your work and prepare your final projects. The summer culminates with the annual Pre-College Exhibitions. The Majors Exhibition showcases hundreds of pieces produced in the studios of all 20 majors; the Fashion Majors Show highlights wearable art; the Foundations Exhibition presents work from Drawing Foundations and Design Foundations; and Video Screenings show the work of Film/Video and Animation majors.
8
10
11
12
The Details Get Started WHO CAN APPLY? High school students who have finished their 10th or 11th year (or equivalent) and who are 16 to 18 years old and born between August 4, 1999 and June 22, 2002.* All applicants who meet the above requirements and demonstrate the ability and desire to benefit from the program, as evidenced by their application materials, are accepted. There are no admission tests or portfolio requirements. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS RISD welcomes students from all over the world to participate in our Pre-College Program. Please note, additional requirements do apply if you’re an international student: 1. If your primary language is not English, you will need to demonstrate a working knowledge of the English language. 2. If you do not hold US citizenship or US permanent residency, you must obtain or already have a valid F-1 student visa. Visit the International Students section of precollege.risd.edu for detailed information, requirements and necessary forms. APPLICATION INFORMATION Since space in each major is limited, the earlier you can apply, the better. Each application is dated and reviewed on a first-come, firstserved basis and incomplete applications cannot be processed for review. See application requirements on precollege.risd. edu for more information. If you’re deemed ineligible for the program, we will contact your parent or guardian after your application has been received. Prospective summer Pre-College students must apply online. Payment of a $60 nonrefundable application fee is required in order to process your application.
Visit precollege.risd. edu to apply online. SCHOLARSHIPS A limited number of scholarships are awarded to those applicants who meet the criteria outlined on our website. United States citizenship or permanent resident status is required. For more information about how to apply, please visit the Pre-College Scholarship section of precollege.risd.edu.
Application & Payment Timeline November 2017: Online application available Friday, February 2, 2018: Scholarship application deadline Friday, April 6, 2018: Applications submitted after this date must be paid in full. Friday, April 13, 2018: Deadline for non-US citizens and non-US permanent residents. This includes the Pre-College online application (student visa information required) and payment in full (tuition, housing and dining, and health services fee). Monday, May 7, 2018: Payment deadline: all balances are due NOTE: For international students who require a Form I-20, applications will not be accepted after April 13, 2018.
PARENTS, PLEASE NOTE: Students who apply before Friday, April 6, 2018 and are accepted will need to submit a $500 deposit within five business days after acceptance. Full payment is due by Monday, May 7, 2018. If no statement has arrived as the due date approaches, contact the Continuing Education office at cemail@risd.edu or 401 4546200. Students applying after Friday, April 6, 2018 must pay all tuition and fees in full within five business days after acceptance.
*students who will be 16 years old by November 1, 2018 may still apply.
13
Program Expenses & Fees TUITION $5,625 includes basic tuition, but not housing and dining, art supplies or lab, linen, or other special fees. HEALTH SERVICES FEE A $155 fee is required for all Pre-College students. This fee is separate from and unrelated to health insurance. Additional information is available on the Health Services page of the RISD website, or by calling RISD Health Services at 401 454-6625. HOUSING & DINING FEE $2,760 includes residential and dining fees for boarding students. DINING PLAN FOR COMMUTERS Commuters are invited to purchase meals individually or in blocks. PROGRAM DEPOSIT Students who apply before Friday, April 6, 2018 and are accepted will need to submit a $500 non-refundable deposit within five business days after acceptance. Students who apply after Friday, April 6, 2018 must pay all tuition and fees in full within five business days after acceptance. OTHER EXPENSES All costs and fees associated with planned Pre-College activities (e.g., museum/venue admission fees, buses, ferries, etc.) are included with the tuition for the program. However, students are responsible for any sundry purchases during these activities. As with art supplies, all other miscellaneous expenses, such as travel to and from the RISD campus at the start and end of the program, are the responsibility of the student and their parents or guardians.
Student Life CAMPUS HOUSING Co-curricular life is an important aspect of the Pre-College experience. For you, that may include living on campus. The residence halls and dining facilities offer a great environment
14
to learn from other students and swap classroom experiences in a casual and social setting.
Our Residence Life professional staff members work hard to create an extensive residential program that provides safe, social, inclusive and educational opportunities to enhance your overall student experience. Live-in professional staff and student resident advisors assigned to each floor supervise the residence halls, as well as mentor and support PreCollege students. Directions for completing the online campus housing application will be sent via email by the Residence Life Office in May and we encourage you to submit your application as promptly as possible. Rooms will be assigned and confirmed with students in June, prior to the beginning of the Pre-College Program. Any student needing a housing accommodation due to medical need must fill out a request accompanied by a letter from the attending physician. Any student interested in genderinclusive housing options can email Joshua Peipock at jpeipock@risd.edu. If you have questions regarding summer housing that are not covered here or on our website, please contact RISD’s Residence Life Office at housing@risd.edu. COMMUTERS RISD Pre-College welcomes commuting students. You’re invited to participate in all Residence Life activities, as well as weekend events. You’ll also have access to workrooms in the residence halls, whenever residential students have access. DINING SERVICES The Metcalf Dining Center, also known as The Met, features a sandwich station, salad bar, a vegetarian/vegan bar, as well as daily soups and miso station, and traditional entrées. The Portfolio Café, located in the lobby of 15 West, features a continental breakfast for residents.
The RISD Dining Services staff is sensitive to the dietary needs and preferences of a student body representing cultures and religious traditions from all over the world. If you have further questions about dining plans, please contact Dining Services at 401 454-6642. For questions about special dietary needs call 401 454-6362.
Policies PARENTS, PLEASE NOTE: RISD’s Pre-College Program is oriented toward independent young people. The student needs to take initiative both in and outside of the classroom including prioritizing their schedule to accommodate extensive homework assignments. Attendance in all classes (including Finals Critique Week) is required in order to complete the program. If parents and their children are seeking a somewhat sheltered environment, they should consider the nature of this program very carefully before applying. STUDENT CONDUCT RISD Pre-College Program encourages artistic and intellectual freedom, but also offers a structured campus environment. Most students live in RISD residence halls, which are accessible only by authorized ID cards. Special rules apply to Pre-College students, which include but are not limited to evening curfew and the need for parental and/or guardian permission to leave campus overnight.
NOTE: Violations of college policies and regulations may result in such sanctions as a warning, probation or dismissal. All policy materials must be read and acknowledged prior to the start of the program. Further details of conduct expectations, attendance and curfew policies are included in the Student Handbook, which is provided to students after acceptance into the program.
NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE Rhode Island School of Design does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law in admission to, participation in, or administration of its educational programs and activities; in employment; or in its other programs and activities. Learn more at risd. edu/about/non-discrimination. NOTICE TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES Rhode Island School of Design Continuing Education attempts to make its classes, programs, events and services accessible by providing reasonable and appropriate accommodations. If you need accommodations to participate in any class, program or event offered by RISD|CE, please contact Brittany Goodwin, Director of Disability Services and Academic Support at 401 454-6600 or bgoodwin@risd.edu. Parents: If your child has a disability, please contact Brittany Goodwin prior to submitting your application to learn what reasonable accommodations can and cannot be provided during the Pre-College program. Requests for accommodations should be made at the time the student is accepted into the Pre-College program and at least two weeks prior to the start of the program. Arrangements for all accommodations requested less than two weeks before the start of the program/course(s) cannot be guaranteed, as most accommodations take time to arrange. Failure to make formal requests as early as possible may limit our ability to meet your needs. Please note that modifications cannot be made to the program structure, academic requirements or course curriculum. Learn more at: http://info.risd.edu/disabilitysupport-services-dss. NOTE: If you need access to the RISD Continuing Education offices at 345 South Main Street, Providence, please contact a Registration Assistant at 401 454-6201 or cemail@risd.edu for further assistance.
15
join us in 201 for 6 weeks that will stay with you for the rest of your life. Apply online at precollege.risd.edu
academic calendar CHECK-IN DAY Saturday, June 23 STUDENT ORIENTATION Saturday, June 23 Student attendance is mandatory FAMILY RECEPTION Saturday, June 23 RESIDENT ADVISOR MEETINGS Saturday, June 23 Student attendance is mandatory SAFETY & CAMPUS LIFE ORIENTATION Sunday, June 24 Student attendance is mandatory CLASSES BEGIN Monday, June 25
FINALS CRITIQUE WEEK July 30 – August 3 Student attendance in all classes is mandatory PRE-COLLEGE EXHIBITIONS OPENING & FASHION SHOW Wednesday, August 1, 5-8pm Exhibitions continue through Friday, August 3, 2:30pm PRE-COLLEGE FILM/VIDEO & ANIMATION SCREENINGS Thursday, August 2, 6-8pm ARTWORK PICK-UP Friday, August 3, 2:30-5:30pm CHECK-OUT DAY Saturday, August 4 by 12 noon
INDEPENDENCE DAY Wednesday, July 4 No classes will be held
Get In Touch More detailed information can be found at precollege.risd.edu
RISD Continuing Education office 345 South Main Street Providence, RI mail Pre-College Program RISD Continuing Education Two College Street Providence, RI 02903-2787 phone 401 454-6200 fax 401 454-6218 email cemail@risd.edu online
PRE-COLLEGE PRE-VIEW INFO SESSION Join us at this special event to learn more about RISD Pre-College.
Student attendance is not mandatory. Register at precollege.risd.edu.
PROGRAM DETAILS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
precollege.risd.edu
401 454-6200
precollege.risd.edu
Providence, RI 02903-2787 USA
Two College Street
Rhode Island School of Design
Permit No. 408
Providence, RI
U.S. Postage Paid
Nonprofit Org.