Pre-College
I spend my vacation as a serious artist.
I Am Serious
Spend two weeks in the studios, mentored by professional artists and designers who take your work seriously. Level-up your skills while earning college credit and getting a taste of what art school is all about.
The Experience
Spend two weeks in apartment-style suites just steps away from your studio. Each has a kitchenette, two bedrooms, and private bathrooms.
You’ll have the opportunity to experience the amazing cultural hub of University Circle.
You are welcome to commute if you live with a parent/guardian in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
Experience campus life like many of our full-time undergrad commuter students. You will follow the same schedule as your peers throughout the day without staying on campus overnight.
Your CIA ID will be preloaded with Case Cash funds that can be used at any of these restaurants located within the campus boundaries.
Plum Market Kitchen across the street is great for grab-and-go meals, snacks and groceries!
8am: Breakfast
9am: Studio Class (Commuters arrive)
12pm: Lunch
1pm: Studio Class
4pm: Open Studio
5pm: Dinner
6pm: Evening Studio (Commuters depart at 9pm)
Dive Into Life as an Art Student
The pre-college program is the perfect opportunity to ease into art school. It is a safe space for you to learn new skills and discover your passions. You may even meet your future college friends!
Class Options + Descriptions
You will take one course per session. Can’t decide on one? Stay for both sessions and take two!
2025 Session Dates: July 6-18 and July 20-August 1
2025 Class options and descriptions coming soon!
Application Requirements
Applying to the program is easy via our online portal. You should create an account if you do not already have one, select “Start New Application” and then “2024 Pre-College Application” under the application type.
You must submit a completed application and a nonrefundable $35 application fee.
A limited number of scholarships from $250–$1,400 are available. Scholarships are distributed based on financial need and portfolio strength. To be considered for scholarships, you must submit your Pre-College application by February 15.
You must also follow these additional steps:
- Select “yes” to the scholarship consideration question on the application
- Submit a copy of the most recent tax return of whoever claims you as a dependent
- Write a paragraph that tells us why you want to attend Pre-College
- Submit a portfolio of 5–8 works
Priority Application + Scholarship Deadline: February 15, 2025
Priority Application Notifications: March 5, 2025
Tuition + Fees
Resident: $3,100
Includes college credits, room and board, meals, materials, activities and refundable materials and housing deposit ($250).
Commuter: $2,450
Includes college credits, meals, materials, activities and refundable materials deposit ($150).
Resident: $5,950
Includes college credits, room and board, meals, materials, activities and refundable materials and housing deposit ($250).
Commuter: $4,800
Includes college credits, meals, materials, activities and refundable materials deposit ($150).