Arts Intensive Program

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The Arts Intensive Program is a dynamic one-year, two-year, or three-year course of study that provides a supportive environment and an education that is directly relevant to the challenges of a working artist. It focuses on individual development through one-on-one mentoring and practical studio and course work. Each student is provided with a workspace in our HUB Lab for the duration of the program.
The program fosters working relationships with professional artists and provides access to the vibrant contemporary art scene of New York.

The program includes:

  • Studio Space in a friendly, communal environment. Each work space is single occupancy.

  • Selection of a concentration in painting, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, or mixed media/installations.

    Course instruction requirements include 12 courses per year. 4 courses in the area of concentration and 8 elective courses.

  • 10 hours per Academic year of one-on-one mentorship with school faculty members of your choice.

  • Two selected workshops per year at no additional cost; one per semester.

  • Two (selected) workshops per year at no additional cost; one per semester

  • Access to select school lectures and panel discussions

  • Individual critique with a selected faculty member 

  • Professional practice assistance including portfolio preparation and website development

  • Participation in school group exhibitions throughout the academic year

  • A Final Exhibition at the end of the program.  

  • A certificate authenticating completion of the curriculum. 

  • Intensive students can access their studio spaces on school breaks as long as the administrative office is open. 

    Regular studio hours are:
    Monday - Thursday: 9am - 10pm
    Friday, Saturday: 10am - 4pm
    Sunday: closed

    Tuition: $15,000 Per Academic year

    Apply for Fall (September 11, 2023 start)

Application

For more information please contact Alex Vega at 646-880-4969 or email avega@newyorkschoolofthearts.org.

Completion of High School education or equivalent is required to enroll in the Certificate and Arts Intensive Programs.