“I started with barely any art experience, and it’s been amazing to witness how much I could achieve with the instructors’ help to get to where I am.”
Isaac, accepted to Master of Architecture at Cornell University Architecture, Art, and Planning.
Art Portfolio Development
Graduate School Prep
Art Portfolio Development / Graduate School Prep
Art Portfolio Development
Graduate School Prep
Our Graduate School Admission Prep is ideal for anyone who needs to develop a portfolio to apply to art/design graduate programs for a Master’s degree.
No prior art experience is necessary to join our class!
In fact, most of our students in the course come from non-art majors/backgrounds with little art training. Our one-to-one, personalized guidance helps you build a portfolio that represents your artistic strengths as a strong candidate.
We guide our students from conceptualizing to translating the concepts into their unique body of work. Through our Graduate School Admission Prep, students get admitted to Master’s programs at highly competitive and renowned schools like Harvard, Yale, UPenn, NYU, SAIC, and RISD.
Our enrollment is rolling and open all-year-round. Join anytime you want!
Personalized & Targeted Guidelines
We recognize and nurture each student’s strengths, potential, and talent, empowering them to reach their artistic aspirations. Build a strong foundation in art and creative thinking, and develop a standout portfolio for the admissions process.
Flexible scheduling
Our course options are structured by the number of sessions, allowing students to schedule classes according to their availability.
Choose an online, on-site, or hybrid option that fits best for you.
Experienced Team
Our instructors are seasoned artists and designers with years of knowledge and experience in portfolio development and preparation, who offer pinpoint guidelines catered to your interest and intended schools.
Course Structure
Course Duration
Typically, our course is 12 weeks long, and each class is 4 hours long. However, you can customize your course duration and schedule based on your availability.
We offer the following course packages:
- 12 classes within 12 weeks
- 24 classes within 12 weeks
- 36 classes within 12 weeks
- Combo option 1:
24 classes + 12 private lesson hours within 12 weeks - Combo option2:
36 classes + 24 private lesson hours within 12 weeks
Class Format
Classes can be in-person, online, or hybrid.
Throughout the class, the instructor makes rounds to give personalized guidance to each student on their individual projects.
We maintain small class sizes with an average student-teacher ratio of 6 to 1 to optimize the learning experience and portfolio development process.
Student Work
Schedule & Tuition
| Session A (Eastern Time) | Session B (Eastern Time) | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 11 AM – 3 PM | 4 PM – 8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM – 3 PM | 4 PM – 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM – 3 PM | 4 PM – 8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM – 3 PM | 4 PM – 8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM – 3 PM | 4 PM – 8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 2 PM | 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM |
* There is a one-time, non-refundable registration fee of $35 for all packages.
| Package Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
| 12 classes within 12 weeks | $1,920 |
| 24 classes within 12 weeks | $3,745 |
| 36 classes within 12 weeks | $5,570 |
| Bundle option 1: 24 classes + 12 private lesson hours within 12 weeks | $5,500 |
| Bundle option 2: 36 classes + 24 private lesson hours within 12 weeks | $9,100 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
➔ How long does it take to finish a project?
The time it takes to finish a portfolio depends on the student’s experience and pace. On average, a drawing project takes around 4-6 classes, while a painting, mixed media, or installation project typically requires at least 6 classes.
We make sure each project is substantial enough to include in your portfolio, but we always recommend planning ahead if you are building a whole portfolio.
If you are not sure which class option is best for you, don’t hesitate to talk to an advisor!
➔ Do you provide art supplies?
Our school does NOT provide art supplies, and students are responsible for their own supplies. This is because we offer a personalized project plan for each student, which includes a unique list of supplies based on their individual needs.
Our Admissions can assist with purchasing art supplies and recommend specific brands and materials upon registration.