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Pre-College Prep

I unlock my creative potential.

Built for curious, creative minds

Class runs from June 22 – June 26.

Get a head start on your creative journey with this one-week Pre-College Prep course designed for motivated 8th grade (rising 9th grade) students. This immersive experience introduces young artists to the structure, expectations and excitement of a college-level studio environment.

You’ll build essential skills in observational drawing, strengthening your ability to see, analyze, and translate the world around you. Plus, you’ll explore mixed media, experimenting with materials and developing your personal approach to making.

The 2026 application opens May 1

Have questions about Pre-College Prep? Contact the CECO office at precollege@cia.edu or 216.421.7460

I Earn my place in Pre-College

Exceptional students may also be recommended by their instructor to advance directly into the two-week Pre-College program this summer as commuters!

The Experience

A pre-college student is working on their painting.

Dive Into Life as an Art Student

This course is designed to prepare you for our Pre-College program, an intensive, college-credit experience where you'll spend two weeks in the studios leveling-up your skills while earning college credit and getting a taste of what art school is all about.

Pre-College Prep

Built for curious, creative minds

I Earn my place in Pre-College

The Experience

Dive Into Life as an Art Student

Requirements

Tuition + Fees

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