Parsons Academy offers a variety of art and design courses for students in grades 3 through 12 in subjects ranging from fine arts and illustration to design disciplines such as fashion, architecture, photography, animation, and more. Included are specialized portfolio development courses. Classes meet over 11 Saturdays in both the fall and spring semesters.
High school students in grades 9-12 may choose between on-campus and online synchronous courses. Class choices for students in grades 3-5 and 6-8 are solely on campus.
We also offer a five-week Portfolio Development Strategies asynchronous online course for students in grades 9-12. High school students may take a series of courses to complete the Parsons Academy Certificate program.
Schedule
The program meets on-campus (Grades 3-12) on 11 Saturdays. The program spans 12 weeks, with one Saturday off for Spring break.
- On-Campus: January - April
What You'll Gain
- Understanding of a variety of art and design disciplines
- Deepened skills and technical knowledge and expanded artistic abilities
- Guidance and feedback from Parsons' renowned faculty
- Opportunities to collaborate with fellow students
How You'll Learn
- Specialized expert instruction
- Group and individual critiques from faculty
What You'll Need
Required for Online Students:
- Modern computer and mouse
- Headphones, microphone, and webcam
- Stable high-speed Internet connection
Required for All Students:
- Digital Camera (mobile device cameras are suitable)
- Supplies from class list (estimated cost: $75)
- Some courses require access to a modern computer and Adobe Creative Cloud; please vist the course description on our website.
