The sooner you get started on your portfolio the better. Most schools require 10-15 pieces for your portfolio, so you should shoot to make 20 + so you can pick the best of the best to submit to admissions. Generally Admissions at the Top Art Schools want to see originality and skill in each piece. [...]
Ashcan students sincerely talk about being scared their work isn't good enough, how to stay dedicated to making their art portfolios and some advice if you're struggling with your art school application. Alan ended up getting in to Cornell University, Cooper Union, Syracuse University, USC, SCI- Arc, RISD and PRATT for Architecture Daniela got in [...]
Nothing shines through like loving what you do. So while there are certain things you need for a complete portfolio like still lifes, portraits , self portraits... you can make them much more appeaing to Pratt admissions if it looks like you enjoyed making it!
Ashcan student Eunice’s outstanding portfolio got her into RISD, SVA, PRATT and MICA’s Fine Art Programs! Here’s some portfolio examples of Eunice’s work:
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Deadlines and application checklist FALL Freshman Deadlines Early Action Deadline (non-binding): November 1. Regular decision deadline: January 5. Early action decisions are mailed by end-December. Regular decision decision packets are mailed by April 1. Transfers: Application deadline: February 1. Decisions for transfers are mailed as they are completed beginning March 1. Associate's degree applicants Priority deadline: [...]
Here is a list of addresses, phone numbers and emails for the schools we contact the most: Undergraduate A Art Center College of Design Admissions Office, Art Center College of Design, 1700 Lida Street, Pasadena, CA 91103, 626.396.2373 admissions@artcenter.edu B Bard College Campus Road PO Box 5000, Annandale-on-Hudson NY 12504-5000 845-758-7472 admission@bard.edu - Boston College [...]
If you are struggling with your portfolio here are a few programs that can help Schedule & Hours : Portfolio Preparation classes 6 days a week, year round Admissions: Begin classes anytime: Register Here Contact: hayleypalmatier@ashcanart.com Tuition: $400 per course for four weeks (discounts for intensive packages) Monday through Saturday 11-3 and 4-8 [...]
Checklist: Application Form Application Fee Official High School transcript SAT or ACT scores Letters of recommendation Essay TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Portfolio Deadline: February 1 Pratt Institute Office of Admissions 200 Willoughby Ave Brooklyn, NY 11205 admissions FRESHMAN ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Online Application Fee of $50; international applicant fee is $90 Official transcript from your last high [...]
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