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Pratt Institute PreCollege College level art and design classes for high school students.

Pratt PreCollege offers courses designed for high school students interested in exploring studies in art, design, and creative thinking with the option of receiving college level elective credits. Spring and fall semester classes and a summer four-week intensive provide high school students with a taste of the college experience while obtaining a better understanding of educational and career opportunities within creative fields.

“One moment I found particularly inspiring was lecture we got at the start of class. My professor said “You’ll never pai...
10/22/2026

“One moment I found particularly inspiring was lecture we got at the start of class.

My professor said “You’ll never paint a masterpiece in one go.””

- Bunnie G.

Applications for Spring and Summer 2027 PreCollege Programs open in November.

Questions about the program? DM us or email [email protected]

Limited seats left for our upcoming Portfolio Development Workshop!Join us online Monday, October 12, and get the inside...
10/05/2026

Limited seats left for our upcoming Portfolio Development Workshop!
Join us online Monday, October 12, and get the inside scoop on what makes a strong portfolio and how to avoid common portfolio mistakes.

Led by Professor Mike Barry, Pratt’s former Assistant Director of Admissions, this workshop will walk students through how Pratt reviews applications, how to start developing a compelling essay, and will include time for a live Q&A. The presentation will also feature work from students accepted to Pratt.

Workshop Details:
Monday, October 12
1–4 PM ET
Online via Zoom
Grades 9–12
$249
Register through the link in our bio.

The final exhibition has been completed, and this summer has been both such a magical experience and incredibly informat...
08/04/2026

The final exhibition has been completed, and this summer has been both such a magical experience and incredibly informative! 🌟

The work produced by our Pratt PreCollege students has been nothing short of magnificent and they are now forever shaped by what it means to be independent and dedicated. 💫🎨

What a beautiful ending to a beautiful summer of learning… 💕

Pratt PreCollege students had an amazing trip at the Cooper Hewitt Museum! 🌟Apart of the PreCollege experience is delvin...
07/30/2026

Pratt PreCollege students had an amazing trip at the Cooper Hewitt Museum! 🌟

Apart of the PreCollege experience is delving into art and design surrounding off campus, and indulging in what museums have to offer.

They saw the Made in America photography exhibit with beautiful 70 large format photographs honoring the craft of both industrial and artisanal. Celebrating the human and mechanical. 📸

Alongside the Sound of Music exhibit, viewing the history of sound making and listening systems throughout time; playing around with the curated playlists and relaxing in the listening room accompanied by a DJ. 🎶

Pratt PreCollege photography students had a thrilling day; from the Navy Yard, to the ferry, to Roosevelt Island, to the...
07/30/2026

Pratt PreCollege photography students had a thrilling day; from the Navy Yard, to the ferry, to Roosevelt Island, to the Tramway, to the city, and finally back to Pratt all in time for lunch. And along the way? Some amazing photography! 📸

07/21/2026

Getting to know campus is part of the PreCollege experience, and here are some key spots you’ll want to know!📍☀️

PreCollege students took a trip to Letra Mu**ta, a design studio with research and archival focus on Latin American and ...
07/20/2026

PreCollege students took a trip to Letra Mu**ta, a design studio with research and archival focus on Latin American and Caribbean design.

Within this time, they were exposed to design language + processes and had their own hands on experience with a zine making workshop! ✂️📚

🎨✨ Mark your calendars! Join us for the Indigo Workshop on July 15th and July 22nd.Explore something new, and take a ref...
07/13/2026

🎨✨ Mark your calendars! Join us for the Indigo Workshop on July 15th and July 22nd.

Explore something new, and take a refreshing break! This is the perfect way to make the most of your Pratt Precollege summer. Hang out, connect with others, and enjoy something a little extra outside of class. 💫

Location: Dye Garden (meet outside ARC)
Time: 1:30pm

🎨✨ Mark your calendars! Join us for the 3D Workshop (with action figures) on July 15th and July 22nd.

Explore something new, and take a refreshing break! This is the perfect way to make the most of your Pratt Precollege summer. Hang out, connect with others, and enjoy something a little extra outside of class. 💫

Location: 3D Print Lab (meet in Student Union)
Time: 1:30pm

Sign ups go live at 1PM!
07/13/2026

Sign ups go live at 1PM!

Pratt PreCollege students took a field trip through the Met’s Egyptian wing, soaking up 3,000+ years of art history! ☀️🏛...
07/13/2026

Pratt PreCollege students took a field trip through the Met’s Egyptian wing, soaking up 3,000+ years of art history! ☀️🏛️

This is what summer at Pratt is all about, getting outside studio walls and soaking in everything the city’s museums have to offer.

Swipe through to see one of many more field trips to come this summer! ⭐️

Address

200 Willoughby Avenue
New York, NY
11205

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17186363504

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