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MICA's PreCollege Art and Design Program is one of the most challenging and rewarding opportunities for young artists and designers. Learn with MICA expert faculty, visit working professionals, earn college credit, learn how to put together an application portfolio that stands out, and dramatically expand your creative skills.

• The Residential Option includes tuition, fees, room & board, field trips and social programming. Residential students stay in residence on campus throughout the duration of the program under the supervision of MICA PreCollege staff and faculty. 
  
  
• The Commuter Option includes tuition, fees and a lunch meal plan. Commuters can expect to be on campus 9am-4pm Monday through Friday for classes and Sundays 12-5pm for studio time under the supervision of MICA faculty and staff. 

Summer 2025 Dates & Costs

2-Week Session One:
Residential Program Cost: $3,660 | Credits: 1.5 / Sunday June 29 - Saturday July 12, 2025
Commuter Program Cost: $2,600 | Credits: 1.5 / Monday June 30 - Friday July 11, 2025

2-Week Session Two: 
Residential Program Cost: $3,660 | Credits: 1.5 / Sunday July 13 - Saturday July 26, 2025
Commuter Program Cost: $2,600 | Credits: 1.5 / Monday July 14 - Friday July 25, 2025

4-Week Combined Sessions: 
Residential Program Cost: $7,320 | Credits: 3 / Sunday June 29 - Saturday July 26, 2025
Commuter Program Cost: $5,200 | Credits: 3 / Monday June 30 - Friday July 25, 2025

• If accepted, a $250 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot in the program. The deposit goes towards the program tuition cost.

Deadlines

MICA will accept registrations beginning early November 2024 and closing April 30, 2025. We will have two application deadlines and students can expect an admissions decision within two weeks of each stated deadline. Admitted applicants will then be informed of any additional requirements. Early applications are strongly recommended if applying for financial assistance and for international students.

Registration opens November  1, 2024.

Priority Early Deadline: January 1, 2025
(Admissions decisions by January 15, 2025) 
*Those applying for scholarship and international students encouraged to apply by this deadline

Final Deadline: April 30, 2025 
(Admissions decisions by May 14, 2025) 

Admission Criteria and Who May Apply

MICA's PreCollege Art and Design Program is an extremely popular program, attracting both students who have been taking art courses for a long time and those who are relatively new to the study of art. Consequently, the admission process is designed to assure a good fit between the applicant and the program. Current high school students who will be between the ages of 15 - 17 at the time of the program may apply to MICA's PreCollege Art and Design Program. International students with a demonstrated proficiency in the English language are welcome to apply. 

International Student: English Language Proficiency

All applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English. 

TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo:  If English is not your first language you must submit a valid TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo score with your application. MICA requires a minimum TOEFL score of 75 (MyBest scores are accepted), an IELTS score of 6.0, a PTE score of 58, or a Duolingo score of 105. 

MICA does not require TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or Duolingo scores if you have a minimum SAT score of 470 or ACT score of 18 in the English section, or official transcripts that demonstrate at least two full years of academic success at a high school or college/university in which English is the language of instruction.

Early Application Recommended
Due to the limited space in MICA's PreCollege Art and Design Program, placement is competitive, and most spaces in the program fill prior to the final deadline. Early application is strongly recommended, especially for those requesting financial assistance. Course placement is assigned based on a student's indicated preference, space availability as well as the strength of the student's portfolio. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Application Materials Required 

Applicants must submit a complete application, including a portfolio of 4 pieces online through Slideroom. Please follow the Apply Now button to set up an account. You will be prompted through the application process. The online application option includes all required forms, attachments, and a non-refundable $25 application fee. Additionally, if accepted a $250 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot in the program. The deposit goes towards the program tuition cost.

Preparing Your Portfolio for Slideroom 

The digital images submitted must fairly and accurately represent the applicant's work and not have been manipulated or altered. All pieces in your portfolio of artwork will be uploaded with your application and must include  name, media, dimensions, and month/year completed. Each student must submit original works that have been created by the student that do not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of any other individual or entity. If a student's work incorporates material, including but not limited to photographs, not created by the student, the student must include an additional copy of any and all such source material in their application as an additional attachment. 

Note: We only accept portfolios through Slideroom. Do not mail or email submissions.