Pre-College

Residential Summer
Immersive

Pre-College isn’t just an education—it’s an experience. This summer, live like a RISD student and work alongside hundreds of other creative, highly motivated students who will inspire you to push your limits and produce your best work.

June 28–August 2, 2025

Applications for Summer 2025 open November 2024.

Advanced Program Online

Year-Round Online
Intensive

Reframe the way you look at the world. Advanced Program Online is designed for high school students interested in pursuing art and design in college. Join RISD’s online intensive for changemakers to develop your art practice, learn new ways to collaborate and create a future you’re excited about.

Fall 2024
Session I: Sept 14–Oct 13
Session II: Oct 26–Nov 24

Spring 2025
Session I: March 1–30
Session II: April 12–May 11

Build your portfolio while developing as an artist and an individual

Experiment with new materials, tools and techniques, study with award-winning instructors, take risks, test your theories and challenge your ideas.