Join Us for Summer of Art at Otis College of Art and Design
July 7–August 1, 2025
Summer of Art at Otis College of Art and Design is an intensive college immersion experience designed for developing creatives in high school or beyond who are 14.5 to 19 years of age.
At Summer of Art, you will have the unique opportunity to develop your artistic skills as you explore specific art and design pathways at one of the nation's top art and design colleges. The program is ideal for experienced young artists interested in deepening their skills, as well as students with minimal or informal art training.
Earn College Credit
When you complete the Summer of Art program as a five day student, you’ll earn three college credits, transferable to Otis College or other institutions that accept college credit. This is a fantastic opportunity to get a head start on your creative education while building your portfolio and exploring your artistic passion.
Get Ready for Summer
Courses
Coursework includes demonstrations, hands-on learning, lectures, and critiques in a chosen Specialization and/or Drawing Studio. Upon successfully completing the program, students will receive three college credits for the entire full-day, 5-day-a-week program or one college credit for individual classes.
Housing
Housing for Summer of Art students is available at the Otis College Residence Hall. Residential students have the opportunity to experience college life and develop a creative community with their peers.
Instructors
Summer of Art courses are taught by award-winning, practicing, creative professionals. Our courses offer students a unique insight into the working lives of artists and designers. Many of our instructors teach in Otis College's undergraduate and graduate programs.
Final Exhibition
Summer of Art culminates in a final exhibition, providing students the experience of being part of a gallery show with their peers while sharing their work with family and friends.
Discover Summer at Otis
Watch a Recorded Information Session
Contact Us
Have questions? We're here to help! Call the Otis College Extension team between 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Phone: 310-665-6850