Eligibility• High school students and graduating seniors (minimum age: 16 years by

June 30, 2015; maximum age: 18 years. No exceptions)

• Self-motivated and responsible students willing to immerse themselves in college-level study with other students who have similar interests

• All levels of experience welcome; a portfolio is not required for Pre-College admission

Why Should You Attend?• To explore the possibility of studying art, design, architecture,

or creative writing.

• To confirm that this is the subject you want to study in college.

• To develop your skills through college-level coursework, and earn 4 college credits.

• To develop a body of work for your portfolio for admission to college.

• To meet other students who share your interests.

• To get a preview of the college experience.

Program LocationPratt offers two separate locations for its summer Pre-College program: Pratt Institute Brooklyn Campus, or the Utica extension campus: PrattMWP.

PRATTMWP, an extension campus of Pratt Institute, is located in the midst of Central New York’s “Cultural Corridor” in Utica, N.Y. With its modern studios, classrooms and new residence halls, it provides the optimum learning and living environment for aspiring young artists in an urban, yet intimate setting for students who prefer the more tranquil upstate atmosphere. PrattMWP is one part of an internationally recognized fine arts center; Museum of Art, Performing Arts and School of Art. Pre-College elective courses offered by PrattMWP include: Painting & Drawing, Illustration, Photography, Sculpture, and Graphic Design. For further information or to register, contact PrattMWP directly at 800.755.8920.

Mailing Address: PrattMWP - Pre-College Summer Program 310 Genesee Street, Utica, New York 13502 Email: admissions@mwpai.edu

PRATT INSTITUTE, BROOKLYN CAMPUS Pratt prides itself on its unique green campus with century-old trees and a contemporary sculpture garden, a literal “urban oasis.” In addition to its proximity to Manhattan, there are many restaurants and shops within walking distance of the campus.

• The Pre-College program is open for both local commuters and students who will require housing within the residence halls.

• Early registration is encouraged for those who wish to reserve housing on the Brooklyn Campus.

THE PRE-COLLEGE RESIDENTIAL EXPERIENCE This is a full-time/immersion program for residential students; thus, manda-tory activities are planned for evenings and weekends to further enrich the learning experience. (Commuter students are encouraged to participate in all activities.)

• Weeknight Activities include HW Space, in which studios are provided for students to complete their homework assignments with mentor and fellow student support.

• Weekend Activities consist of social and cultural events, encouraging students to explore NYC in a structured format, while socializing, meeting pre-college students outside of their core classes, and taking a break from rigorous class and homework schedules.

Students who sign up for housing on the Brooklyn campus are subject to a strictly enforced curfew of 11:00 PM throughout the duration of the program. When not in class, HW Space, nor participating in a mandatory activity, residential students are allowed to come and go from campus until curfew. Parents seeking a somewhat sheltered environment should consider the nature of this program carefully. We encourage parents and students to agree prior to the program on the proper conduct of the student at all times, whether during supervised activities or free time. Further details regarding policies and the residential student experience will be provided in the stu-dent’s “Welcome Packet” sent upon acceptance into the program. Individual activities information and Residence Hall assignments are included in the student’s Check-in Packet upon arrival.

Program DatesMonday, July 6 – Friday, July 31, 2015

CHECK-IN AND ORIENTATION

• Monday, July 6: All students must attend the program check-in and ori-entation session. Check-in Packets will include individual course schedules and residence hall assignments, as well as activities information. Orientation program information will be included in the student’s Welcome Packet.

• Tuesday, July 7: Classes begin.

• Friday, July 31: Classes end with a closing exhibition and reception, 10 AM–12 noon. Residential students check out of residence halls between 12 and 4 PM.

Deadlines• March 14: Merit Scholarship Postmarked Deadline.

• April 1: Application Deadline. The completed application form, along with an initial, non-refundable payment of $540. ($40 application fee and a $500 deposit) is due. After this date, applications may be accepted up until June 1, only if there is space available in the program. Since many classes fill quickly, we strongly encourage you to apply early in order to get your first choice for your elective course, and to reserve housing if needed.

• April 25: International Student I-20 request forms are due.

• May 1: Full payment of all tuition and fees is due. (Late payment fees will begin to accrue after May 15.)

• June 1: Late Application Deadline. Applications received beyond June 1 may be considered for certain elective courses if space remains; however your first elective choice, as well as the housing option, will not be guaranteed.

• June 25: If full payment is not received by June 25, your registration is subject to cancellation without refund.

Cancellation and Refund PolicyPlease note that cancellations must be in writing to Continuing and Profession-al Studies (CPS) at Pratt.

Before June 1: Refund of payments made minus the nonrefundable $540 ($40 application fee and $500 deposit) Between June 1 and June 25: 50% refund of payments made minus the non-refundable $540 ($40 application fee and $500 deposit) As of June 25: No refund for any reason

Summer TuitionFour UG elective credits: $3,430 Additional Fees for All Students: Application Fee: (nonrefundable; due with application) $40 Deposit: (nonrefundable; due with application, applied to tuition) $500 Student Administration Fee: $325 Total Commuter tuition and fees: $3,795. (Not including travel and supplies.)

Additional Fees for Brooklyn Residential Students only: Housing: $892 Meal Plan: Brooklyn resident students (mandatory) $760 Local Transportation Fee*: (Brooklyn residential students only) $112* (*30-day MetroCard with unlimited access; price subject to change.) Total Residential tuition and fees: $5,559. (Not including travel to Pratt and supplies.)

Other: Optional Board (lunch) only for commuters to Brooklyn campus: $185 Health Coverage: (Health insurance is required for all students attending the Pre-College program. If a student is not currently insured, a short-term policy with variable costs may be available through an outside vendor. Further information will be available upon acceptance into the program.)

ScholarshipsThere are two types of scholarships.

1. Merit Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis. Your application and PRINTED portfolio images (no CD/DVD or emailed images) must be post-marked by the March 14 deadline to qualify. Late and/or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Applications and instructions may be downloaded from www.pratt.edu/pre-college. All Merit Scholarship awards are partial scholarships applied toward tuition only; they do not cover sup-plies or the campus Residence Package (room and board).

2. The Black Alumni at Pratt (BAP) sponsor a full scholarship program for New York State resident minority students. Please contact BAP at 718-636-3479 for more information.

Note: Previous Pre-College participants are not eligible for scholarships.

International StudentsInternational Students are required to obtain an F-1 student visa in order to participate in Pratt’s Pre-College summer program. All non-US citizens must fill out our international student forms to request an I-20 from Pratt, which is required to obtain an F-1 student visa from the American Embassy in their country. Please fill out the forms early and completely to avoid delays in pro-cessing your paperwork. Applicants who miss the April 25 deadline may be denied participation in the program. International Student forms may be re-quested from our office in Brooklyn, or downloaded from our website at www.pratt.edu/precollege. Please note that obtaining a visa from American embas-sies is a lengthy process and therefore should be planned well in advance.

To Register• Send us your application form with a letter of recommendation, printed on

the school’s letterhead, from your art teacher or guidance counselor; along with a brief letter of intent. (Your letter of intent should state why you wish to participate in Pratt’s Pre-College Program. You may also include any other extra-curricular activities in which you take part).

• Please indicate your credit card information on the application form or enclose a check for $540 (includes $40 application fee and $500 deposit, please note that the registration fee and deposit are nonrefundable). Checks should include the student’s name and Social Security Number (if applicable) and be made payable to Pratt Institute. For payment by credit card, please make sure to include the name as it appears on the credit card, its expiration date, and security code. Pratt accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.

• Please be sure to submit your materials directly to the CPS/Pre-College Program at Pratt Institute. Your application may be delayed if sent to the Pratt Admissions office or just Pratt Institute. Further program details will be sent to students following receipt of the deposit.

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.PRATT.EDU/PRE-COLLEGE, OR TO REGISTER:

By mail: Pre-College Program - Continuing & Professional Studies (CPS) ISC Building, Room 205 Pratt Institute 200 Willoughby Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11205-9975 By email: preco@pratt.edu By fax: 718.399.4410 By phone: 718.636.3453 In person: You can come to the address above from 10 AM–3 PM, Monday–Friday. If you wish to meet with a staff representative, please call ahead for an appointment at 718.636.3453.

Brooklyn Campus ToursCampus tours are provided through the Office of Admissions, Monday–Friday. Tours last approximately one hour. To arrange for a campus tour, please call the Admissions office at 718.636.3514.

For more information about Pratt: Requests for other course catalogs and undergraduate degree admissions should be directed to: Pratt Institute Office of Admissions: Call: 718.636.3669 or 800.331.0834 Fax: 718.636.3670 Email: admissions@pratt.edu

Immerse yourself in Art, Design, Architecture, Creative Writing, or Cultural StudiesEach summer, nearly 400 high school students seize the opportunity to experience college-level study at the prestigious Pratt Institute. The Pre-College summer program consists of two college credit-bearing courses, and two non-credit, pass/fail courses designed to supplement the core curriculum, as well as lectures and cultural and social events. This is an intensive, full-time program; classes meet Mon-Fri, and extracurricular activities are scheduled evenings and weekends. Upon successful program completion, students may earn a total of four elective undergraduate credits toward their college transcript.

PreCollege students select their program ‘major’—modeled after Pratt’s undergraduate offerings—by choosing only one of the elective courses from the list below. All students will be automatically enrolled in the corresponding supplemental courses: a two-credit-bearing Art Foundation course for Art and Design students or Writing Foundations for Creative Writing and Cul-tural Studies students*; as well as the non-credit components: Art History and Portfolio Development. For more information please visit www.pratt.edu/precollege.

Choose one of the following elective courses:

ArchitectureCreate the structures in which we live and work. Students develop solutions to a series of architectural problems through hands-on work; producing sketches, drafting plans, and building models.

Art & Design DiscoveryExperience diverse disciplines in the field of art and design; delve into 2-D and 3-D techniques as you sample areas of study such as fine arts/painting and drawing, graphic design, and industrial design in this interdisciplinary course. Perfect for students interested in investigating all aspects of art and design.

Creative WritingExpress thoughts and ideas through words. Focus on the basics of creative writing while developing writing skills in one or more genres (poetry, essay, fiction, writ-ing for theatre, film, or magazines). Through reading/ writing assignments and critical reviews, students examine written language, the composing process, and voice. Students produce written works in various styles and genres, and then present the work for peer review and critique.

Cultural Studies: Explore and critique culture using a multidisciplinary, theoretical and practical approach; from philosophy and social science to the humanities and journalism. Immerse yourself in every aspect of urban culture, from popular music and film to underground art and inter- national cuisine, using culture as a lens to examine issues of race, class, and gender. Field trips around NYC will foster your ability to assess and write critically on selected forms of culture. This elective allows students to choose either art or writing foundations and is for those interested in exploring the professional worlds of writers/journalists/critics, drawn to issues of contemporary culture.

Digital Imaging and PhotographyLearn the basics of digital imaging: scanning, shooting with a digital camera, using graphic software, and various forms of manipulating and outputting imag-es. Using primarily Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom students will develop imagery and improve conceptual and technical skills, while incorporating art elements and the principles of design. Familiarity with computers is helpful, but not necessary. Students must have access to a digital camera.

Fashion DesignThis course offers an introduction to the fashion industry in New York City. Various aspects of design, inspiration and terminology will be explored. Experiment with designers’ techniques in sketching and illustration, and develop basic skills in collection development. Field trips to related industry exhibits and designer show-rooms will enhance the depth of learning.

Fine Arts/Painting and DrawingDevelop skills of observation and expression through a visual medium. This elective enhances students’ per-ceptual and aesthetic awareness through the creation of fine art. Instruction in drawing and painting incorpo-rates a variety of techniques, media, and subject matter.

Graphic DesignExplore what makes a design successful, and investi-gate the role of design and the designer in meeting the demands of an ever-changing society. Learn design tools, principles and methods to produce unique and memorable graphic work. Create professional logo, website, poster and packaging designs which culminate in successful branding. Typography, photography and illustration are incorporated in visualizing your ideas along with the introduction and application of state-of-the-art computer graphics.

Illustration (Digital)Use cutting-edge tools to make thoughts tangible. The field of illustration continues to expand and rapidly move towards the exciting world of motion. Students develop illustration skills while experimenting with scanning, digital animation and incorporating their own style using the software Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and After Effects.

Illustration (Traditional) Tell a story without using words. This course explores ways to create pictures that communicate new ideas. Students develop technical and artistic skills in drawing and painting for use in the commercial world, enhancing illustration skills through life studies, exper-imentation with a variety of media, and by cultivating their imagination.

Industrial Design Create objects that meet the everyday needs of society. This elective examines how embracing today’s social, physical, and ecological needs presents opportunities for creative design. Through drawing and model making, students explore, challenge, and redefine the forms and inventions with which we live.

Interior Design Optimize the space in which we live. This elective course centers on the impact of the interior space on the individual, as well as various groups, by working with the classic elements of light, color, form, and space. Proj-ects include drafting, rendering and model making.

Jewelry/Metal Arts Jewelry has a rich history from the earliest examples of personal adornment to the thriving world of contem-porary jewelry. This course is an introduction to basic, direct metal, fabrication techniques for jewelry and small-scale metal objects. Students will research and develop design concepts and execute finished pieces using non-ferrous metals combined with alterna-tive materials and current technology.

Film/VideoThis elective is an introduction to digital film production. Explore the aesthetic and craft of filmmaking through individual hands-on projects. Using digital video, students will produce short film projects designed to develop both a technical competence, and an appreci-ation of the power and creative potential of the moving image. Camera and editing equipment will be provided.

Photography Capture life in the moment. Students study 35mm camera operations, lighting techniques, and darkroom procedures to achieve a broad-based knowledge of black and white photography. Instruction includes exposing and developing film, making contact prints, enlarging, and finishing photographs. Digital and color photography will be introduced. Students must have access to a 35mm camera (a few may be available to borrow on a first come, first served basis).

Sculpture Delve into a variety of processes and materials in the making of 3-dimensional sculpture. Life-casting, mold- making, plaster and basic woodworking will be explored. Contemporary sculpture and artists will be introduced as they relate to the projects and processes learned. Students will come away with a greater knowledge of contemporary sculpture and the ability to create unique works of their own.

Sequential Art and the Comic Book Explore the art of pictorial storytelling; combining images and text to create visual narratives for single- panel illustrations, comic strips/books, and graphic novels. Investigate all aspects of this art form: from drawing techniques, lettering, and inking, to com-position, perspective/camera angles, panel sequences, and developing your own original stories. Skills acquired provide a foundation for creative processes such as children’s book illustration, storyboards for film and television production, and animation.

Pratt Institute Pre-College Registration Summer 2015Please print clearly, or type. This form may be mailed, or faxed to 718.399.4410, or emailed to preco@pratt.edu

ENCLOSED ARE:

A LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION (from HS Art Teacher or Guidance Counselor)

A LETTER OF INTENT (Why do you want to attend Pre-College?)

I-20 REQUEST FORMS (International Students/Non-U.S. Citizens) Information regarding I-20 request forms can be found on the Pre-College website; completed forms may be sent separately from this application.

ENCLOSED IS MY PAYMENT:

$40 APPLICATION FEE (non-refundable, due with application)

$500 DEPOSIT (non-refundable, to be applied to tuition cost)

ADDITIONAL FEES FOR ALL STUDENTS: (DUE BY MAY 1)

$2,930 TUITION REMAINDER (TUITION: 4 CREDITS: $3,430 – $500 DEPOSIT = $2,930)

$325 STUDENT ADMINISTRATION FEE

ADDITIONAL FEES RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS: (BROOKLYN CAMPUS ONLY)

$1,652 ROOM AND BOARD (HOUSING FEE $892 + MEAL PLAN $760)

$112* LOCAL TRANSPORTATION FEE (*SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

OPTIONAL FEES FOR BROOKLYN COMMUTERS

$185 BOARD ONLY (LUNCH ON THE BROOKLYN CAMPUS)

TOTAL ENCLOSED: VISA MASTERCARD AMEX DISCOVER CHECK

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U.S. CITIZEN? YES NO (International Students must complete an I-20 Request. If you are a U.S. Citizen living abroad, please include a copy of your U.S. passport.)

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ELECTIVE CHOICES: (List in order of your preference) Students will be automatically enrolled in the supplemental courses. (Students choosing Cultural Studies, also indicate Art or Writing Foundations.):

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