Enrollment Update: Registration is open for all adult and pre-college fall courses.

About This Program

Study with Parsons' world-class faculty to deepen your knowledge of art and design while immersed in the inspiring environment of New York City in this three-week, three-credit intensive program. Studio classes are academically rigorous and artistically stimulating, featuring project-based learning, art and design field trips, guest speakers from industry, and portfolio reviews to develop and hone your creative and professional skills.

To learn about requirements for campus access as impacted by The New School's policies and protocols in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, visit our COVID-19 Community Guide.

What You’ll Gain

  • Deeper understanding of fine arts and design in a variety of specialized fields
  • Knowledge of innovative techniques to further a career in the arts or design
  • Technical and creative skills
  • Three college credits

How You’ll Learn

  • Guidance and critiques from Parsons' renowned faculty
  • Community building through small class sizes
  • Hands-on projects that build skills
  • Art and design field trips and insights from industry professionals
  • Special events including portfolio review events

Summer 2023 on Parsons' NYC Greenwich Village campus

Full Day On-Campus Sessions (Mondays to Fridays 9:00 a.m. - 3:50 p.m. ET)

Session 1- June 5, 2023 - June 23, 2023

Session 2 - July 10, 2023 - July 28, 2023

Age Requirement

All students in this program must be 19 years or older, with the exception of students who are 18 with at least one full year of college enrollment.

Attendance and Workload

Students attend classes Monday through Friday for six hours a day, with a one-hour break for lunch. Attendance is mandatory. Students who miss more than two class sessions (each day consists of one morning and one afternoon session) will fail the course, subject to faculty and administrative review. Out-of-class work, which is assigned daily, is a substantial part of the program. Students who do not meet course expectations may be asked to leave the program.

What You'll Need

  • Digital Camera (mobile device cameras are suitable)
  • Supplies from class list (estimated cost: $200)
  • Some courses require access to a modern computer laptop in addition to scheduled computer lab times; please check the course description. Students will have free access to Adobe Creative Cloud for Students.

International Students

Visa Requirement

International students must obtain a proper student visa in order to take a course from this program. Please review the International Students & Scholars Services page for details.

Language Requirement

Students must demonstrate English language proficiency, as classes are taught in English. A TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 79 or higher on the Internet-based course, an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.5 or higher, or a DET (Duolingo English Test) score of 105 or higher is required. Visit TOEFL, IELTS, or DET for more information.

Registration

You may register for one course per session from our website. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Early registration is strongly encouraged. Students will be charged a non-refundable university fee.

Tuition
$4,675 plus fees

Registration Deadlines:

Session 1 - May 8, 2023

Session 2 - June 8, 2023

College Credit

Students enrolled in the pre-college and college/adult-level programs in New York earn grades and three college credits upon successful completion of the program. We strongly recommend that participants consult an academic advisor at their home institution for further details of approval, transfer, and fulfillment of graduation requirements.

Academic Transcript Request

The New School has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to provide transcript ordering via the Web.

Summer Program Refund Policy

Session 1 (June 5 - June 23) Refund Schedule

Please note: All refund schedules are effective until 11:59pm ET on a specified date.
Course Drop or Withdrawal Date Percentage of Tuition Refunded
On or before May 1 100
May 2 through May 15 50
May 16 and later 0

Session 2 (July 10 - July 28) Refund Schedule

Please note: All refund schedules are effective until 11:59pm ET on a specified date.
Course Drop or Withdrawal Date Percentage of Tuition Refunded
On or before June 1 100
June 2 through June 15 50
June 16 and later 0

The New School reserves the right to cancel courses. If a course in which you are enrolled is canceled, you will be notified and asked whether you wish to transfer to a different course or receive a full refund.

This summer program offers the option of on-campus housing. Following confirmation of your registration, an additional letter is sent by email with instructions on how to apply for housing. Access to on-campus student housing is in high demand and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you require on-campus housing, we strongly recommend applying as soon as the application process opens.

Housing Fees
$1,506 for three weeks (does not include meal funds)

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