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Pre-College Programs

** 2010 Pre-College Spring Program class locations (all classes meet on Saturdays from 12:00 PM - 3:55 PM).
** 2010 Pre-College Spring Program students visit the Interactive Shuttle Schedule

Pre-College Programs

  • An experiential college-preparatory program
  • Designed to offer high school students college credit while exploring art & design
  • Students pursue art & design in a collaborative, professional community 
  • Exposes students and their families to career opportunities
  • Classes designed to build confidence and portfolios

Classes offered year-round:

Benefits of Pre-College

  • One unit of credit transferable only into BFA program for each course passed
  • Must accumulate three units for one undergraduate class; maximum transfer of six units for two classes
  • Waiver of $100 application fee for students who begin their undergraduate program by the first major semester after high school graduation
  • Invitation to Pre-College Portfolio Review Day

Eligibility Requirements

  • Open to all high school students 
  • Must be proficient in English

Curriculum

  • Over 50 classes in all 13 undergraduate majors
  • Designed to accommodate all educational and artistic backgrounds
  • Students will build new skills, strong portfolio pieces, and confidence

Program Costs

  • All classes tuition free. Early application is recommended.
  • Non-refundable/non-transferable $235 registration fee for Fall or Spring semester
  • Non-refundable/non-transferable $525 registration fee for Summer semester
  • Students are responsible for the cost of required supplies

Program Dates:

Spring 2010
February 6, 2010 – Classes Begin
March 27, 2010 – Spring Break – No Class
April 3, 2010 – Last Class
April 10, 2010 – Final Exhibition

Class Supplies

  • Cost of supplies varies by class – estimated costs are in course descriptions
  • Must obtain prior to the start of classes
  • Supplies can also be purchased here
  • Supply lists can be found in the course descriptions
Transportation
Most buildings are serviced by free, private AAU shuttles

For more information visit the Pre-College Program web pages. You may also contact a Pre-College Advisor directly by calling 800.544.2787.

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