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YOUR F U T URE IN A R T S
WHAT’S INSIDE The Future of Arts Looks Promising ........................................................................................ 3 Nurturing a Passion for Arts ........................................................................................................ 5 Acing the Application Process ..................................................................................................... 8 Getting In: Advice from Art School Admissions Officers ........................................... 10 Your Future In Arts: What Can You Earn? ........................................................................... 12
Arts Summer Programs ................................................................................................................ 14 Arts Colleges ....................................................................................................................................... 16
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Performing and Visual Arts: THE FUTURE LOOKS PROMISING
By Laurie Higgins
ike many other industries, the arts took a beating
inter ventions that can help to build community, that can
during the pandemic. But because so many people
be ways to bring people together, and this is what the arts
missed them and realized how essential they are,
can do,” says Jen Guillemin, Senior Portfolio and Visual Arts
careers in the arts are predicted to bounce back
Admissions Consultant at ArtsBridge in Boston.
quickly once things open up. The pandemic is even
We asked Guillemin and Amy Golden, founder of College
affecting which fields in the arts experts predict will grow.
Options in the Performing Arts (COPA) in New York for their
“I think that when we look at where we are right now and
predictions for the top 10 careers in the arts in the
the problems we face as a society we’re always looking for
future. Here are their best bets:
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ART THERAPY Art therapies cover many different disciplines, such
positive relationships between products and services and the people who use them. UX deals with purpose and
as music therapy, dance therapy, drama therapy, and
functionality. UI deals with the quality of the interaction
traditional art therapy.
that the end-user has with the product.
“There are master’s programs and they are certified so these are bona fide professions and they are careers that are growing,” Goldin says. “I think the therapies are going
WEB DESIGN Web designers focus on the layout of websites and design
to grow because it’s going to take a long time for people to
the interactive elements that appear on them. This job
recover from this pandemic.”
requires an understanding of coding and the prevailing trends in web aesthetics. Virtual reality is also a growing
ARTIST AS AN ENTREPRENEUR
field, along with game design.
To some extent artists of all kinds have historically had an entrepreneurial streak, but now visual artists can start their own Etsy shop and then use their other social media to
IMMERSIVE THEATER AND ART INSTALLATION Guillemin explains that art collectives like Meow Wolf
drive traffic to their shop. Musicians and performing artists
bring groups of artists together to create large installations
can start their own YouTube channels or find an audience
of art across a variety of media, including architecture,
on TikTok.
sculpture, painting, photography, video production, crossreality, music, audio engineering, writing, costuming and
COMBINING TECHNOLOGY WITH ART This was a growing field that the pandemic broke
performance. With locations in Santa Fe, Las Vegas, and Denver, they have created travel destinations for those
wide open. Goldin doesn’t think it will go away when
seeking an immersive art experience. Many theaters are
the pandemic is over. Music classes require the use of
doing the same by breaking through “the fourth wall” and
technology to synchronize performances and collaborate in
directly interacting with the audience.
new ways. Actors are now able to set up their own audition reels and learn about lighting and editing. They are also using technology and innovation to solve problems and develop new platforms for their work.
CROSS-DISCIPLINARY JOBS Arts jobs have become more cross-disciplinary with people with different skill sets coming together to create a product or service. One concrete example is a company
VOICE-OVER WORK Voice-over work is a production technique where a voice is
like MedRhythms, which utilizes the concept that music can heal people’s brains. They work with music, sensors, and
used in a radio, television production, filmmaking, theatre,
software to create neurological interventions to target the
or other presentations. This is a growing field for both actors
rehabilitation and prevention of neurological injuries and
and teachers. As more actors are turning to voice-over
diseases. Other cross disciplines include using theater artists
work, they need voice-over teachers to help them learn the
to do cultural sensitivity training at hospitals or schools.
techniques. A good voice is only the starting point. “You really need to learn a lot of things,” Goldin says.
“This opens opportunities for artists that have yet to be imagined,” Guillemin says.
“It’s everything from learning to modulate your voice to different kinds of inflection. The sound of a deodorant commercial is different from the sound of a Porsche commercial.”
TEACHING IN ALL ART DISCIPLINES As people hunkered down inside their homes during the past year, many of them reconnected with “their inner maker self,” Guillemin says.
USER EXPERIENCE (UX) DESIGN AND USER INTERFACE (UI) DESIGN UX and UI design utilize the concept of making products
“They’re picking up and playing an instrument or drawing or writing, and this has ignited something in all of us that we see the value in this. I hope that post-COVID
and services that are human-centered. It’s the process of
that demand will go up for the arts because people have
taking into account human needs and behavior to create
reconnected with this expressive side of themselves.”
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Nurturing a PASSION FOR THE ARTS
By Laurie Higgins
f you are a high school student considering a career in the arts, there are plenty of things you can do right now to further your passion, even during a pandemic.
Lorraine Serra, founder, and director of Portfolio College Counseling agrees. “Keep working on your art,” she says. “Set aside time each
Creative Kid College Coach Caillie Dick says the number
day or week. Create a dedicated space in which to work,
one thing kids need to do regardless of which branch of
if possible, where you can tidy up and leave your work
the arts they are pursuing is practice, practice, practice. She recommends practicing by yourself and in classes, clubs, or with groups of friends. “I don’t care what form it comes in, I just want them to be practicing as much as possible,” she says.
untouched.” It is also important to review the work you have already done, Serra says. Take a critical look at your art to understand what subjects and mediums emerge as most interesting to you. Your honest assessment can become the seeds for your
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“Create a dedicated space in which to work, if possible, where you can tidy up and leave your work untouched.” future actions. Ask yourself where you want to go from here. Maybe you will decide to take a deeper dive into one area of interest or try something new that you are curious about. Serra recommends that artists start a visual journal, where they can collect references and inspiration. This can either be virtual or a hard copy. A visual journal helps you begin to understand your own reasons for creating artwork and helps you plan for future work you would like to tr y. It can also help you make meaningful connections between your work and your interests that help you create your own style. “Colleges want a clear understanding of your personality, interests, values, and potential to succeed in a college program,” Serra says. “Students with self-knowledge present themselves well and can better explain who they are to admissions.” One of the best ways to lay the groundwork for exploring the idea of attending an art or design college is to do plenty of research and develop a plan of action. Gathering information will lead to a greater understanding of the
“Camps are great for younger kids up until a sophomore
forms of artistic expression, the types of degree programs
year, but after that point I really want them to understand
available, and possible career options, Serra says. The
what it is like to be in an arts-oriented environment
more you know, the more confident and determined you
working at a college level because that ’s how they really
will become.
understand whether or not something like a BFA would be
If you can swing it, Caillie Dick from Creative Kids College
right for them.”
urges you to attend a summer program where you can
Students who attend programs at colleges not only
immerse yourself in your chosen art. Both in person and
produce better work, but they also have the opportunity to
online programs are available in Summer 2021. The type of
get to know faculty and find a mentor. It’s also a nice way to
program you should choose depends on how old you are.
explore a possible college they are interested in applying to. By the end of junior year, students should be getting serious about understanding the requirements to apply to
“I really, really recommend if they are going to attend a program over the summer, especially if they
various programs. They should be building a portfolio or prepping audition materials.
are a junior or a senior that it be something that is
Since passion comes from inspiration, Dick recommends
offered by an arts institute because then they are
that students attend as many different programs in
learning directly from faculty members who teach
their chosen field as possible. Attend gallery events or
BFA students,” Dick says.
performances to see what really speaks to you and how you want to develop your own practice of art.
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If you can’t attend a summer program because of finances
show or orchestrating a Zoom performance for family and
or family obligations, Dick recommends looking for free
friends. During the pandemic, some of Dick’s musician
outlets for your art and things you can do on your own.
students have begun teaching their skills to others through
The foundation of any visual arts practice, whether it’s a
the Nextdoor app.
cinematographer, graphic designer, or painter, is drawing from observation. Draw your family, friends, pets, home. If you are a performer, think about ways you can connect
“There are a lot of opportunities like that that you can do on your own,” she says. “You just have to get a little bit creative about it.”
with other performers who are passionate about the same things as you are. Consider putting on an Instagram Live
“Students with self-knowledge present themselves well and can better explain who they are to admissions.”
How did you discover your passion? Fine Art was an instinctive choice for me, ever since I was little my parents have fostered creativity and so I just found myself time and time again finding opportunities to create. It felt so incredibly natural that I pursued it and eventually felt that I wanted this as a career and not just as a hobby. - Jillian, Norwich Universit y of the Ar ts
My high school English teacher once told me, “ You are so quiet in class but when you ’re on s t age you light up! ” I am luck y that I found my passion pret t y early in life and I ’ ve continued to pursue it ever y day. STUDENT ADVICE:
- John, SUNY Cor tland
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Acing the APPLICATION PROCESS
By Bill O’Neill
tudents who are planning a career in the arts
that, of course, and they f ind other ways to evaluate
might wonder how to get into the school of the
candidates.
choice. No SAT test can capture their acting or
Mandee Heller Adler, founder and CEO of International
painting talent. A high or low GPA is no indication
College Counselors, is the author of “From Public School to
of their ability to sing, dance, or sculpt.
the Ivy League: How to Get Into a Top School Without Top
The admissions of f icers at ar ts schools and liberal ar ts colleges with strong ar ts programs know
Dollar Resources.” She offered the following tips for students interested in the performing and visual arts.
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WHERE SHOULD I APPLY?
HOW DO I SHOW OFF MY ACTING CHOPS?
“Students who wish to focus on the arts can apply to a
“Theatre programs typically require students to fill out
number of visual arts, drama, and music conservatories
applications and attend auditions for each department.
or standalone fine arts schools. At these schools, the
Usually, the audition for top programs is in person, but in
vast majority of coursework centers around the arts. The
some cases, the school will accept a video. During this time
classes are also typically unavailable in a broader-based
of COVID, almost all schools are accepting video. Auditions
arts program at a university. However, students should be
usually include one classical and one contemporary
very certain that they want to pursue the arts before they
monologue. Students who sing should prepare a short song
choose to attend, as there are fewer options if a student
to show off their vocal range.”
decides to switch their major later. Some specialized arts schools include Pratt Institute, Rhode Island School of Design, Julliard, and the Berklee College of Music.
WHAT DAY NEEDS TO BE ON THE CALENDAR? “Aspiring art school students, specifically visual artists
“Students who want to specialize in the fine arts but want
and designers, should attend a National Portfolio Day event,
more leeway to perhaps change their minds and pursue
where representatives from 100+ art schools and colleges
another field of study should consider colleges that have a
with art programs across the United States and abroad
separate arts school within their larger university. This way
will critique portfolios in person and answer questions
a student can pursue a more specialized focus and still take
about professional careers. Teens who are really serious
some liberal arts classes, or possibly do a double major,
about being accepted into a competitive undergraduate art
earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) as well as a BA or BS in
program should participate in this event.”
another field like psychology or business.”
The Association of Independent Colleges of Art & Design also offers informal advice to students in grades 9-12 on
WHY IS A PORTFOLIO IMPORTANT?
how to develop their portfolio.
“The portfolio is where students must demonstrate their skills. Students applying to fine arts programs must display a variety of media and techniques. Students in drama, filmmaking, and production need to show their reels. Music students must audition. Students should also be prepared to share their experience, inside and outside of school, their artistic statements, and their achievements, including prizes, productions, and/or roles performed. “Portfolios should contain a student’s best work. It should also include works in progress, sketchbooks, and tear sheets. There is no need to mat or frame the work because schools are most interested in the work itself. “When submitting a portfolio or reel that showcases your work, be sure to check what the program’s preferred method is. Also make sure your images, recording, or video isn’t pixelated or distorted and is in the right format.”
What ’s the hardest part for you about performing and creating? When it comes to the ar ts, there are many things that interest me, and simply not enough time in the day. I have talked about this with many of my fellow creative peers: sometimes the hardest par t isn’t finding something to do… it ’s making sure you’re maintaining a healthy workload and giving yourself the grace to have an of f day. STUDENT ADVICE:
- Morgan, Pacific Lutheran Universit y: School of Ar ts & Communication
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Getting In: ADVICE FROM ART SCHOOL ADMISSIONS OFFICERS
By Sarah Good
hoosing to study visual or performing arts after
DEVELOPING YOUR SKILLS MATTERS
high school is not an easy road. In addition to all
Yes, you probably knew this one: How good you are at
the usual application requirements, you’ll have
painting, performing, or playing can make a difference.
to put your art up for inspection and dissection.
Though perfect technical skills are not necessarily required,
It is, without a doubt, nerve-wracking. And to
schools like to see that you have some abilities in your chosen
make matters worse, you can’t even know what admissions officers are really thinking.
field and that you are eager to get even better. At Laguna College of Art and Design, the admissions office
Or can you?
encourages students to include a personal sketchbook in their
We spoke with admissions professionals from arts
portfolio. The sketchbook lets decision-makers get a wide-
programs to get the inside scoop on what they are really
ranging idea of an applicant’s strengths and weaknesses, but
looking for when they evaluate potential students. So read
it also demonstrates the candidate’s willingness to hone his
on for a glimpse inside the thinking of the men and women
craft, said admissions director Chris Brown.
who will help decide your future.
“If you don’t apply what you learn in the classroom, outside
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the classroom, you’re never going to get any better,” he said. “We like to see that our students spend their free time practicing their craft.” HAVE A VISION Particularly when it comes to visual arts, admissions wants to see ideas and concepts at play in your work, said Jennifer Saluti, director of recruiting and admissions at the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University. Show that you are thinking about the message behind your art or exploring your own interpretations of themes. “Whether they can perfectly execute an idea technically is less important than the idea,” Saluti said. When assembling your portfolio, avoid technical exercises you did as assignments, no matter how well executed. They simply don’t show off your personal engagement with your art in the way admissions officers like to see. SEEK FEEDBACK — AND USE IT
“If you don’t apply what you learn in the classroom, outside the classroom, you’re never going to get any better...”
Remember: You are applying to these schools because you want to grow as an artist or performer. So use the application process as a chance to show how well you can listen to advice and adapt your approach.
students, Saluti said, have a tendency to write Common
“We are interested in students who are eager to learn
Application essays that bear no relation to their goals as
and develop their craft and skills,” said Joseph Anderson,
an artist. It is better, she said, for an application to tell a
chair of the department of theatre arts at the University of
coherent story that can impress university and department
Wisconsin. “There is a certainty of failure if someone comes
admissions officers alike.
in thinking they have all the skills they need and don’t see much need for improvement.” For performing arts auditions, make sure you arrive ready to listen rather than just show off. Admissions officials will
DON’T HESITATE TO ASK Have more questions about what admissions is looking for? Just ask.
look for how you react to direction — do you get defensive?
Admissions officers may be the gatekeepers at the school
Ignore it? Listen thoughtfully? — and how you incorporate
of your dreams, but they are not your adversaries, Saluti
their ideas into the rest of your performance.
promises. Admissions staffers are generally happy to help
Visual arts applicants should seek out National Portfolio
aspiring students better understand how to put together
Day events and portfolio development programs, in which
a strong application. Sharing information can help both
trained professionals will critique their work, offering
admissions and the students figure out if the school is the
insights into what can be strengthened and how best to
right fit, which benefits everyone.
present their body of art.
“I would always encourage students to use us as a resource,” Saluti said. “We really act as guidance, and try
DON’T FORGET ABOUT THE BIG PICTURE Even if you’ve decided dance is your destiny or cello is your
to help in any way we can to make the process easier for students.”
calling, many arts programs are part of larger colleges and
Though art school is sometimes stereotyped as an easy
universities, and you will therefore need to earn admission
way to fritter away your college years, nothing could be
to the institution as well as the program you desire.
further from the truth, Brown said. Studying art involves
What does that mean? First, don’t slack off in the classroom: Academic performance will be an important factor in your application, even if you are a mini-Monet.
a deep commitment that goes well beyond the classroom, he said. Art school candidates, therefore, should use their
Second, use essay and supplemental questions in your
applications to make the case that they have the talent,
main application to paint a comprehensive picture (pun
vision, persistence, and open-mindedness to dedicate
totally intended) of yourself as a student and an artist. Some
themselves to their art.
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YOUR FUTURE IN ARTS: WHAT CAN YOU EARN?
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, w w w.bls.gov/ooh
he US Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes the
websites and other media platforms. However, arts and
Occupational Outlook Handbook every year
design workers also are employed in industries that are
which provides data about occupation growth,
projected to decline, including publishing, manufacturing,
the minimum level of education to engage in
and floral shops.
that occupation, and the annual media wage someone can expect to earn. According to this data, employment in arts and design occupations is projected to decline four percent from 2019 to
Employment in entertainment occupations (including sports) is projected to grow seven percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations. There is strong demand from the public for more movies and television shows.
2029, losing about 32,900 jobs. Workers will still be needed
Here is the OOH’s data for selected occupations in the
to meet the demand for animation and visual effects in video
performing and visual arts. To earn more, students interested
games, movies, television, and on smartphones, as well as
in majoring in the arts would be well served to add a minor in
to help create visually appealing and effective layouts of
a discipline like technology or business.
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OOH'S DATA FOR SELECTED ARTS OCCUPATIONS OCCUPATION
JOB SUMMARY
ENTRY LEVEL EDUCATION
2019 MEDIAN PAY
ART DIRECTORS
Art directors are responsible for the visual style and images in magazines, newspapers, product packaging, and movie and television productions.
Bachelor’s Degree
$94,220
FASHION DESIGNERS
Fashion designers create clothing, accessories, and footwear.
Bachelor’s Degree
$73,790
GRAPHIC DESIGNERS
Graphic designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers.
Bachelor’s Degree
$52,110
INDUSTRIAL DESIGNERS
Industrial designers combine art, business, and engineering to develop the concepts for manufactured products.
Bachelor’s Degree
$68,890
INTERIOR DESIGNERS
Interior designers make indoor spaces functional, safe, and beautiful by determining space requirements and selecting essential and decorative items.
Bachelor’s Degree
$56,040
SPECIAL EFFECTS ARTISTS & ANIMATORS
Special effects artists and animators create images that appear to move and visual effects for various forms of media and entertainment.
Bachelor’s Degree
$75,270
ACTORS
Actors express ideas and portray characters in theater, film, television, and other performing arts media.
Some college, no degree
The annual wage is not available.
DANCERS AND CHOREOGRAPHERS
Dancers and choreographers use dance performances to express ideas and stories.
Many years of formal training. Choreographers are usually dancers first.
The annual wage is not available.
MUSIC DIRECTORS AND COMPOSERS
Music directors lead musical groups during performances and recording sessions. Composers write and arrange original music in a variety of musical styles.
Bachelor’s Degree
MUSICIANS AND SINGERS
Musicians and singers play instruments or sing for live audiences and in recording studios.
No formal education credential is required.
PRODUCERS AND DIRECTORS
Producers and directors create motion pictures, television shows, live theater, commercials, and other performing arts productions.
Bachelor’s Degree
$51,670
The annual wage is not available.
$74,420
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ARTS SUMMER PROGR AMS BERRIDGE PROGR AMS | $1,875 or $5,745 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th In-Person 1 week or 3 weeks
www.berridgeprograms.com
Discover your unique artistic voice at Berridge this summer! Our arts intensives SPOTLIGHT and GENERATE will take place in-person at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California this July 2021. Study Acting, Musical Theatre, Filmmaking, Writing, Dance, Music, Photography or Studio Art with industry professionals and working artists. With a maximum of 40-50 students and exclusive use of campus facilities, Berridge offers a small, safe choice for in-person programs this summer. Learn more »
BOSTON UNIVERSIT Y VISUAL ARTS SUMMER INSTITUTE |
$3,500 10th, 11th Online 6 weeks
The Boston University School of Visual Arts’ Summer Institute offers high school students (ages 15–18) an intensive visual arts program designed to help students build exceptional portfolios. Whether preparing portfolios for college admission or simply working to improve technical abilities, students are introduced to materials and methods used in professional artistic practice. Learn more »
OTIS COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN: SUMMER OF ART |
$2,800 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Online 1 Month
www.bu.edu/cfa/vasi
www.otis.edu/soa
From July 6 - July 30, build and develop your creative and ar tistic skills while exploring a specific medium or aspect of ar t and design. Our online program will provide students the oppor tunit y to experience a collegiate-level, immersive, and challenging curriculum. Our new online model will focus on one-on-one instructor critique and culminate into potential work for college application por tfolios through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous class meetings. Learn more »
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PARSONS PARIS ONLINE COURSES FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS fashionanddesign.precollegeprograms.org
$1,195 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Online 2-4 weeks
Join Parsons Paris’ Online Courses for High School Students for engaging, self-paced courses in the business of fashion, fashion design, and sustainabilit y in fashion. Explore your passions before college as you learn about future career options and current trends in the field. You’ll hear from Parsons Paris instructors and Paris fashion exper ts, be paired with a Parsons Paris student mentor for suppor t and live sessions, and earn a Cer tificate of Completion. Learn more »
RIDER UNIVERSIT Y: PRE-COLLEGE ARTS PROGR AMS | $495 - $995 11th, 12th
www.rider.edu/admissions/pre-college
High school students can take a step toward achieving their academic and ar tistic goals by attending a Pre-College Summer Program from Rider Universit y ’s Westminster College of the Ar ts. Learn more »
Online Various
SOTHEBY’S SUMMER INSTITUTE |
$2,850 10th, 11th, 12th Online 2 weeks
www.sothebysinstitute.com/precollege
Sotheby ’s Summer Institute pre-college online courses brings the international ar t world directly to students for an unforgettable and interactive learning experience. This summer ’s innovative online curriculum is complemented with vir tual events like interactive master classes and college nights. Students gain practical skills, a global net work, cultural fluenc y, and creative inspiration to take with them into universit y and beyond. Courses include Ar t Histor y, Ar t Business, Luxur y and Fashion, options for studio ar tists, and more. Learn more »
TUFTS PRE-COLLEGE STUDIO ART AND GR APHIC DESIGN BOOTCAMP universit ycollege.tuf ts.edu/high-school/art-programs-summer
Varies by Program 10th, 11th, 12th Online Varies by Program
No matter what your artistic goals this summer at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts, we have what you need. You’ll learn at one of the oldest art schools in the countr y, study with masterful instructors, and grow alongside other young artists. Choose from two programs, with SMFA Graphic Design Bootcamp or SMFA Studio Art, both will immerse high school students in a unique artistic experience. Best of all, these programs are offered virtually, so you can study from any where. Learn more »
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ARTS COLLEGES CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF THE ARTS | $54,800 / year Private Los Angeles, CA Dance, Music, Musical Theatre, Theatre, Visual Arts
www.calarts.edu/explore
California Institute of the Ar ts is renowned internationally as a game-changer in the education of professional ar tists. The transformative cultural impact of our alumni shows why: We bring out visionar y creative talent unlike any other universit y, school or conser vator y. An all-inclusive communit y for a diversit y of authentic voices, CalAr ts today of fers more than 70 comprehensive degree programs in the visual, per forming, media and literar y ar ts. Learn more »
COLUMBUS COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN |
$36,500 / year Private Columbus, OH Film, Graphic Design, Photography, Visual/Fine Arts
www.ccad.edu
CCAD is of the nation’s top private ar t and design colleges, and we’ve been leading the way in educating a diverse group of talented students for over 141 years. Here you’ll be pushed to think, create and work at the highest level. You’ll explore dif ferent media in our state-of-the-ar t facilities and grow from close mentorships with our world-class facult y. You’ll bring your ideas to life, and you’ll master the tools to change culture and business for the better. Learn more »
CORCORAN SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & DESIGN | Varies by Program* Private Washington, D.C. Dance, Graphic Design, Music, Photography, Theatre, Visual/Fine Arts
corcoran.gwu.edu
Focused on the idea of direct and intensely creative education, the Corcoran offers 22 bachelors and masters degrees in the visual and performing arts, as well as in art history, interior architecture and museum studies. Part of the George Washington University, the school functions as an incubator for artists, designers and scholars. Our vibrant home in Washington, D.C., means that our students tap into a nerve center of international culture and government. *Check studentaccounts.gwu.edu/undergraduate-tuition Learn more »
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DEAN COLLEGE PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAMS |
www.dean.edu/academics/schools/school-of-the-arts
At Dean, you’ll enjoy exceptional teaching, extensive student suppor t and countless
$41,118 / year
oppor tunities to grow into who you want to become in Dance, Theatre, Ar ts &
Private
Enter tainment Management or a customized hybrid that includes science, business or the humanities. Through rigorous training and individual mentoring, practical know-
Franklin, MA
how and creative exploration, you’ll discover how your hard work, your ingenuit y,
Dance, Musical Theatre, Theatre
your expanding toolbox of skills and your evolving back stor y will suppor t you in a rapidly changing world. Learn more »
DREXEL UNIVERSITY, WESTPHAL COLLEGE OF MEDIA ARTS & DESIGN |
$17,956 / term
At Drexel’s Westphal College of Media Arts & Design we go about teaching design, media, and the performing arts in a different way. Our undergraduate and graduate degree
Private
programs empower students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in
Philadelphia, PA
highly competitive creative fields. Our programs are predominately studio based. That
Dance, Film, Graphic Design, Music, Photography, Visual/Fine Arts
means small classes and hands-on learning. Our facilities are technology-infused. We value a studio approach that incorporates, co-op, work experience, for all undergraduates. Drexel is a top university located in the heart of Philadelphia. Learn more »
HUSSIAN COLLEGE - LOS ANGELES (HCLA) |
$43,498 / Year Private New Orleans, LA Dance, Film, Musical Theatre
drexel.edu/westphal
la.hussiancollege.edu
Hussian College In Studio Los Angeles is the first and only college of its kind, created within a Holly wood studio. Our innovative curriculum and production lot campus empower Holly wood’s next-generation of working professionals to create original content in a project-based learning environment under the guidance of our experienced facult y. HCL A’s accredited BFA programs focus on technical and practical master y, helping graduates to become knowledgeable, collaborative professionals, prepared for the rigors of today ’s workplace. Learn more »
What advice do you have for teens looking at arts colleges? You are going to grow and stretch yourself in ways you could have never expected to be open to new things! It can be daunting, but you never know where an oppor tunit y may take you, and how it can influence later ar tistic oppor tunities! STUDENT ADVICE:
- Rachel, Universit y of Har t ford, the Har t t School
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LOYOLA UNIVERSIT Y NEW ORLEANS: COLLEGE OF MUSIC AND MEDIA www.loyno.edu/academics/colleges/college-music-media
$41,118 / year
Three specialized schools make up our College of Music & Media.
Private
School of Music and Theatre Arts: Learn theor y, per form, compose, and promote
Franklin, MA Dance, Film, Graphic Design, Music, Musical Theatre, Photography, Theatre
wellness through music; train for the professional theatre, focusing on acting, vocal per formance, and dance. School of Music Industry: Write and produce music at this cutting edge school; learn industr y language, distribution, and finance. School of Communication and Design: Prepare for careers that don’t even exist yet, centered on design, film making, strateg y, mass media and more. Learn more »
NORWICH UNIVERSIT Y OF THE ARTS | 15,900 GBP / year Public Norwich, England Film, Graphic Design, Photography, Visual/Fine Arts
www.nua.ac.uk
Norwich University of the Arts (NUA) is a leading UK university offering three year undergraduate and one year graduate programmes in art, design and media disciplines. For 170 years NUA has offered studio-based, practice-led learning that prepares graduates for success in the creative industries. Located in the historic and green city of Norwich, England, where inspiration is around every corner. NUA welcomes international students to our friendly community of makers and creators. Learn more »
PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY: SCHOOL OF ARTS & COMMUNICATION | $43,264 / year Private Tacoma, WA Dance, Graphic Design, Music, Musical Theatre, Photography, Theatre; Visual/Fine Arts
www.plu.edu/soac
Pacific Lutheran Universit y purposefully integrates liberal ar ts, professional studies, and civic engagement in the beautiful Pacific Nor thwest. With distinctive international programs and close student-facult y research oppor tunities, PLU helps students from all faiths and backgrounds discern their life’s vocation. At the School of Ar ts and Communication, we encourage all students to pursue their ar tistic and scholarly work in our Depar tments of Ar t & Design, Communication, Music, and Theatre & Dance. Generous ar ts scholarships are available. Learn more »
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THE ROYAL CENTRAL SCHOOL OF SPEECH AND DRAMA | £21,444 / year,
www.cssd.ac.uk/undergraduate-courses
Central’s Bachelors degrees are well known for developing talented individuals who go
depending on course
on to have long lasting careers in the arts. Our BA (Hons) Acting has produced graduates
Private
including Andrew Garfield and Dame Judi Dench while our BA (Hons) Theatre Practice has produced Tony Award-winning graduates and our BA (Hons) Contemporary Performance
London, UK
Practice develops practitoners who want to use drama to change the lives of individuals
Musical Theatre, Theatre, Visual/Fine Arts
and communities. High tuition hours, industry standard facilities and industry networking and exposure make Central an inspiring destination. Learn more »
THE SCHOOL OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS AT SETON HILL UNIVERSITY | $19,259 / year
setonhill.edu/vpa
Seton Hill Universit y has a passion for the ar ts. It is reflected in the work of students and facult y who thrive as a communit y of ar tists, musicians per formers, therapists
Private
and educators. Seton Hill of fers a variet y of majors in ar t, design, theatre, dance and music. Learn more »
Greensburg, PA Dance, Graphic Design, Music, Musical Theatre, Theatre, Visual/Fine Arts
UNIVERSIT Y OF THE ARTS | $46,530 / year
uarts.edu
University of the Arts’ mission is simple: to advance human creativity. UArts believes creativity is the most essential skill for success today and has educated generations of
Private
artists, performers, designers and creative leaders for more than 143 years. UArts offers
Philadelphia, PA
23 programs in design, fine arts, film and media arts, music, dance, theater, and writing
Dance, Film, Graphic Design, Music, Musical Theatre, Photography, Theatre, Visual/Fine Arts
and more than 20 minors open to all students, no matter their major. Summer precollege programs in Art, Media & Design are available online this year. Learn more »
What advice do you have for teens looking at arts colleges? Tr y to keep your horizons as broad as possible and not get stuck in a headspace of ‘I MUST do this and I MUST do that.’ If you told my past self at junior high school that I would end up studying in the UK, I would tell you you’re crazy. STUDENT ADVICE:
- Kathr yn, Liverpool Institute for Performing Ar ts
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UNIVERSIT Y OF WISCONSIN: LA CROSSE DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE ARTS www.uwlax.edu/theatre-arts
$16,080 - $24,900 / year
Ranked No. 4 as best public universit y in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Repor t, UW-La Crosse is a Liberal Ar ts institution with a student population of
Public
10,500 undergrad and graduate students. This invigorating approach to theatrical
La Crosse, WI
training emphasizes collaboration and creative process. Students are guaranteed a degree of personal at tention through classroom projec ts and realized produc tions
Musical Theatre, Theatre
not found in many programs. Learn more »
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSIT Y COLLEGE OF FINE, PERFORMING AND COMMUNICATION ARTS | creative.wayne.edu Located in the heart of Midtown Detroit, Wayne State University’s College of Fine,
Varies, depending on
scholarship and financial aid support
Private
Performing and Communications Arts, serves students majoring in Art/Design, Communication, Music, and Theatre/Dance, learning from expert faculty while utilizing state of the art resources. CFPCA, known as the cultural gateway of WSU, connects
Detroit, MI
students to local museums, galleries, libraries, theatres, and other organizations, in
Dance, Film, Graphic Design, Music, Musical Theatre, Photography, Theatre, Visual/Fine Arts
order to exhibit work, present research, perform on stage, and intern with some of Metro Detroit’s top companies. Come see what it means to be a Creative Warrior! Learn more »
How do you think your studies will help you in what you want to do next? It ’s made me appreciate the little things more. I used to be more or less the type of person who would kind of just run through things and tr y to get things done quickly and as fast as possible. I’ve really taken the time to kind of realize that slow and steady really does win the race; because if you really want to work hard and really want to be successful you have to take your time with things. Not even just in aspects of art, but also just being alive as a human in general. STUDENT ADVICE:
- Daniel, Minneapolis College of Ar t and Design
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USEFUL LINKS ART & DESIGN
BOOKS
National Portfolio Day Association
Art/ Work
nationalportfolioday.org
www.amazon.com/Art-Work-Revised-Updated-Everything/
Association of Independent Colleges of Art & Design www.aicad.org National Association of Schools of Art & Design nasad.arts-accredit.org The Art Career Project www.theartcareerproject.com
dp/1501146165/ref=sr_1_3 Becoming a Graphic & Digital Designer www.amazon.com/Becoming-Graphic-Digital-DesignerCareers/dp/1118771982/ref=sr_1_3
EDUCATIONAL ADVISORS ArtsBridge
THEATRE National Association of Schools of Theatre nast.arts-accredit.org OnStage Blog www.onstageblog.com Get Into Theatre getintotheatre.org
www.teenlife.com/business/artsbridge College Options in the Performing Arts www.teenlife.com/business/copa Creative Kid College Coach www.teenlife.com/business/creative-kid-college-coach Portfolio College Counseling www.teenlife.com/business/portfolio-college-counseling International College Counselors
MUSIC
www.teenlife.com/business/international-college-counselors
National Association of Schools of Music nasm.arts-accredit.org Careers in Music www.careersinmusic.com
DANCE National Association of Schools of Dance nasd.arts-accredit.org Dance Informa www.danceinforma.com 2021 TeenLife Guide to Your Future In Arts
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