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Montserrat College of Art: Summer Pre-College Program
Overview
A 3-week summer pre-college program offering studio art and creative writing courses for high school students, with optional on-campus housing and merit-based financial aid available.
At a glance
Sessions
Jul3 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential
Location
Beverly, MA
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $3,500
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Rolling admissions; competitive. Partial merit and need-based scholarships available, though not all requests can be fulfilled.
Application requirements
Application Form
Required
Application Fee
$40 non-refundable
Letter of Recommendation
From an art or creative writing teacher
Essay
300–500 words responding to one of three prompts
Cost & sessions
Tuition $3,500 includes all studio courses, art supplies, field trips, and activities. Optional on-campus housing: $1,000 additional. Application fee: $40 (non-refundable).
Financial aid
Partial financial assistance for tuition offered based on merit and financial need. Scholarship application deadline: May 3, 2027. Notification postmarked May 16, 2027. Requires copy of parents' 2025 or 2026 tax return and portfolio of 5–10 artwork samples.
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