Arts/Design/Music

CHOOSE FROM TWO ONLINE AND TWO ON-CAMPUS SESSIONS FOR SUMMER 2022

If you are a high school student or know one who has an interest in pursuing interior design at the college level, make plans to attend one of the workshops in 2022!

The Youth Interior Design Forum (YIDF) is a workshop open to high school students of any grade level and gives them the opportunity to experience interior design firsthand. The workshop blends tradition and innovation in creative learning, covering areas in applied critical thinking and exploration with materials.

The NYC Fashion Summer Camp allows students interested in fashion the opportunity to get a jumpstart on their career aspirations by determining if this is the direction that they want to pursue.  During the tour they might meet a fashion designer in his/her studio, get an in-depth tour of one of the world's most recognized premium lifestyle brands, have a private tour of a premier specialty/department store before it opens to the public or visit a mega fabric store that is actively involved in the latest reality television programs like Project Runway. 

embARC is a four week summer design program at UC Berkeley’s College of Environmental Design that brings together high school students from diverse backgrounds to explore architecture, urban design and sustainable city planning through integrated components: an Architecture + Urban Design Studio, a Sustainable City Planning Workshop, a Digital Design Workshop, an Environmental Design Conversation Series and a Community Build project.  

Designed for bright and creative rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors who are eager to develop their cinematic and journalistic storytelling skills. In this life-changing, four-week summer experience, AMP students will: learn from expert hands-on instruction; create videos, webcasts, multi-camera productions and more; discover educational and professional opportunities; live on campus in Boston and get a sense of college life. 

This summer, approximately 250 high school students -- makers, designers, DIYers, and original thinkers from all over the Bay Area and beyond will convene on CCA's Oakland campus and engage in an authentic art-college experience, including residing in CCA housing.

You will immerse yourself in a college-level curriculum studying art, architecture, design, and creative writing as you discover what makes the San Francisco Bay Area so ideal.

By completion, you will have strengthened your portfolio, deepened your craft, expanded your knowledge, and grown as an individual -- all while becoming an integral part of a creative community that embraces risk-taking in the pursuit of purposeful work.

The Architecture Department offers an intensive 4-week in-residence workshop designed for high school students considering architecture as a career or developing a design portfolio. The Workshop provides an in-depth view of the career through hands-on experience in studio design exercises, lectures, projects and field trips. Activities cover architectural design and history, computer applications, structural engineering and site planning. Studios and lectures are taught by the faculty of the College of Architecture and Environmental Design. Education and career advising are integral elements of the program.

Participating students live in residence halls where they become familiar with the dynamics of campus life. The program typically runs mid June - mid July, and includes lodging, most meals, field trips and most materials.

The California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA) is a rigorous pre-professional training program in the visual and performing arts, creative writing, animation, and film for talented artists of high school age. CSSSA provides a supportive environment in which students hone acquired skills and explore new techniques and ideas for an intense and exciting learning experience. The School was created by the California Legislature, held its first session in 1987 and will conduct its 32nd session in 2018. Its purpose is to provide a training ground for future artists who wish to pursue careers in the arts and entertainment industries in California. The California State Summer School for the Arts is a state agency funded through a unique public-private partnership.

Students apply for the opportunity to study in one of the School’s seven departments. They may receive 3 units of California State University elective credit for successful participation.

The Pre-College Architecture Program is an intensive summer experience for students with a keen interest in architecture.

Over the course of six weeks, students will experience the interdisciplinary field of architecture through the lens of Carnegie Mellon’s School of Architecture (SoA) as well as contemporary practices.

Students will experience the dynamic of architectural education within the studio, supported by integrated coursework in analog drawing, digital media, seminars and workshops. This approach will allow for broader exploration of design issues related to the environment, technology as well as the future of our cities. During the second half of the program, specialized workshops on design portfolio development will be conducted as an introduction to techniques for layout design and content composition. Portfolio reviews with faculty and members of the SoA admissions committee will give students an opportunity to curate their work for college submissions.

Pre-College Art motivates, stimulates and prepares emerging artists and creative problem solvers in Art, Architecture, Design, Drama, and Music.

Exploring traditional tools and new technologies in a variety of media leads to the development of conceptual and technical skills–excellent preparation for applying to and succeeding in a competitive college-level art program. Students will be introduced to the spirit and substance of the CMU School of Art culture through challenging courses, critique, stimulating workshops, portfolio development, and energetic interaction with dedicated faculty and talented peers. 

Summer College offers academically motivated high school students an unparalleled opportunity to take courses at a great Ivy League university while earning college credit, working closely with internationally recognized faculty, exploring majors and career options, making friends from around the world, and enjoying the great natural beauty of Ithaca and the Finger Lakes region. 

2021 Update: Many programs cancelled for Summer 2021

Musical Theatre performers ages 14 through 22 can learn the ins and outs of musical theatre at Disney Performing Arts Conservatory over the course of 5 consecutive 8-hour days. Musicians ages 14 through 22 who sight-read music and play brass, woodwind, strings or percussion can learn the ins and outs of instrumental performance at Disney Performing Arts Conservatory over the course of 5 consecutive 8-hour days. 

Interlochen offers a wide range of musical opportunities for high school musicians and attracts some of the world’s most talented students and teachers. In addition to large-ensemble experiences, Interlochen Arts Camp also offers programs geared toward individual development/enrichment. The one-week instrumental institutes are held the week before multi-week programs start, so students are welcome to attend an institute and then stay on for another program. 

High School Intensives and Workshops provide a focused, practical, hands-on experiences. In this supportive and creative environment, students immerse themselves completely in their chosen creative outlet. High School programs nurture passion and talent, and help channel the creative spirit into a foundation for continued study. Instructors successfully work with students of all levels of ability and experience while emphasizing educational values, personal values, and achievement. Students will be challenged to improve and build skill and confidence. 

An overnight Design Camp for rising 11th and 12th graders. Camp participants work with camp faculty on projects in the following design disciplines: architecture, landscape architecture, industrial design, art + design, and graphic design. In addition to studio projects students participate in evening activities aimed at strengthening their critical and creative thinking, deepening their understanding of the design field, and preparing them for college and beyond. 

For current grades 10-12. The program combines college-level coursework in fundamental academic subjects like applied mathematics, computer science, and foundational art with practical production experience in a team environment. Taught by DigiPen faculty level instructors, this extended program provides students with an excellent opportunity to experience what post-secondary education is like. During this month-long college prep technology program, offered at DigiPen’s Redmond, WA, campus, students take on the roles of programmers, designers, artists, music and sound designers, and computer engineers. Students gain invaluable experience as they learn what it takes to be successful professional game or hardware developers while collaborating to bring their creative vision to life.

Spend 3 days exploring careers in the fashion industry. Participate in hands-on workshops such as shoe design, product development, trend forecasting; explore fabrics and the draping process and more. Located in Orange County, San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego

Hosted in Los Angeles, GRAMMY Camp® is a 5-day nonresidential summer music industry program open to high school students from across the country that are interested in having a career in music. Students can apply for one of the eight offered career tracks. GRAMMY Camp faculty of music professionals as well as guest industry professionals provide valuable insight to give the campers the best chance at achieving success in their chosen career. 

The UCLA Acting and Performance Summer Institute is a three-week intensive program for high school students encompassing performance training classes, movement-based techniques, a final performance project, and guest workshops.

The program is designed for high school students completing grades 9 through 12 who have a serious interest in theater and who seek the discipline and training required for participation in a university theater program or a career in the performing arts.

The Marburger STEM Center at LTU offers innovative academic camps for students interested in engineering, technology, design, and science. Expert instructors will introduce you to the latest advancements in modern labs and studios on campus. 

This summer, experience one of the most challenging and rewarding opportunities for young artists and designers. Learn from MICA's expert faculty, visit working artists, earn college credit, and build an application portfolio that stands out. Students get to explore Baltimore and travel to cities such as New York and Washington while making art with other creative-minded students from all over the world. 

The Cherubs program is made up of five summer Institutes: Theatre Arts, Film & Video, Playwriting, Debate, and Communication Science. 

The Tisch Summer High School Program is tuition-based and culminates in six college credits. This program is not a leisure summer camp; it is a commitment of four weeks on campus that encompasses a highly structured class schedule, which include projects, professional training, and collaboration. The classes are based on the Tisch undergraduate curriculum. Students in the Tisch Summer High School Program are expected to complete any coursework and professional training requirements of the artistic track they are enrolled in. You will live in an NYU residence hall for the duration of the program. The summer program is open to high school sophomores and juniors from around the world. 

The Summer Music Camps @ UO are dedicated to the developing high school musician. Come join us in Eugene, OR for the opportunity to work with University of Oregon School of Music & Dance faculty, make life-long friends, and reach a higher level of musicianship! Marching and Leadership Camp, Concert Band Camp, Orchestra Camp, and Jazz Improvisation Camp. A variety of camps for musicians. 

Summer Programs at the conservatory are from one to two weeks, and include working with resident and guest faculty, daily master classes, individual and group coaching sessions, audition and performance techniques, among other skills. Participants have full use of our facilities, including practice and study rooms. Depending on the program, participants may also be eligible to receive college credit 

Pre-college program for students 15+ interested in studying art and design. Optional student housing is available for "full-time" participants for an additional fee.

At Oxbow, we don’t do busy craft projects. Our art-immersion program encourages the exploration of each student’s creativity and vision. We provide campers exceptional instruction in the fundamentals of a variety of mediums. Students then have the opportunity to design and create their own projects. Campers benefit from the Oxbow philosophy that there is no limit to what they can create given an environment of high-level instruction, encouragement, and support. Campers return home with concrete evidence of their progress and the realization that they are capable of making great art. Very expensive. 

Programs in art, design, architecture, creative writing, or critical and visual studies and portfolio development. Classes are modeled after Pratt’s undergraduate curriculum, taught by experienced faculty and alumni in order to provide students with a rich and immersive educational experience.

Learn the craft behind the dream and discover where you fit in the fashion world. Whether you want to pursue fashion for a career or just for fun, our expert instructors will equip you with the skills and confidence you need to succeed. 

Students who attend the Summer Programs at The Putney School get to indulge their creativity, develop their portfolio, try something completely new to them, make friends from all around the world, and become part of a community of artist and writers. 

PreCollege is immersive, rigorous, and FUN. All students are enrolled in a full-time program of immersions in the majors as well as courses in art and design fundamentals. Expect to experiment, take risks, push yourself and make mistakes. You will strengthen your ability to think critically and creatively. 

With New York City as their home and classroom, Sotheby’s Summer Institute students are immersed in the most vibrant global art capital with auction houses, blue chip and emerging galleries, world class museums, artists’ studios, private collections, arts foundations, and much more right in their backyard. Summer Institute provides students with an environment to learn, investigate, and explore the art world while forming life-long connections with friends and mentors. 

The Savannah College of Art & Design offers workshops for 9-11 grade students an opportunity to pursue their passion for art and design. 

Young musicians have the opportunity to work with instructors from San José State University School of Music and Dance as well as renowned musicians from across the country. Campers participate daily in one primary ensemble (choir, band, or orchestra) led by distinguished conductors. Campers also attend sectional rehearsals, participate in a chamber ensemble (small ensemble), and select one or two elective classes to take for the week. Evening concerts and recitals throughout the week round out a full week of stimulating music activity.  

Located at DePaul University in Chicago, the Summer High School Training Program is designed for rising 11th and 12th-grade students who want a taste of intensive conservatory theatre training in the heart of Chicago. For three weeks (June 26- July 18, 2021), students will live on campus and study one of six concentrations– acting, comedy arts, directing, design, playwriting, or stage management/theatre technology. Students will be taught by The Theatre School faculty and some of the most exciting theatre professionals in the country. 

The Summer High School Training Program is a non-college credit program that prepares students for the college audition and interview process, all while building life-long connections at one of the top theatre conservatories in the nation. Applications are now open and the priority submission deadline is March 1, 2021. In the case that we are unable to run the residential program due to COVID-19, we will transition to a virtual three-week experience. 

Provides a wide-range of exposure to an architectural education and the vibrant surroundings of Los Angeles through an exciting two or four weeks at the USC School of Architecture.  You will be designing and building in a collaborative studio environment, touring famous landmarks, living on-campus in a residence hall, and working with the School’s distinguished faculty and upper division students. The four-week program offers 3-units of college credit. 

Consider the idea that architecture, art, and design can spark change. These fields give you the skills to develop projects that radically alter the way people understand complex issues, bring communities together, and transform the built environment.

Whether you aspire to be a professional designer, artist, or architect or you are interested in exploring how the design process can enrich your interests in other fields of study, there's no better place for you this summer than the WashU Architecture, Art, & Design Pre-College Programs!

Both our Architecture Discovery Program and Portfolio Plus Program offer rigorous instruction that prepares you for college-level work. Our programs are recommended for rising juniors and seniors in high school.

FREE (except for materials) for both onsite and online classes. As part of the program, you will:

• Enjoy a four to six week intensive program offering up to three classes either online or in San Francisco

• Get a glimpse into college life, meet other young artists and explore a variety of art & design fields

• Students must be entering high school as a sophomore, junior or senior year in the fall

Note: Students staying in campus housing must take three on-campus classes (only available in summer). Fees apply.