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RISD's Pre-College Program is a five-week on-campus studio-art intensive for rising juniors and seniors, with a choice of residential or commuter format, built around strengthening a portfolio for college applications. 2027 applications open in November 2026; the figures below reflect the most recently published (2026) cycle.
Who can apply
GradesGrades 10–11
Min GPA—
ScopeNational
StatesAll states
FieldsVisual Art · Design
Logistics
Cost to you$9,595 commuter / $12,495 residential (2026)
Financial aidAvailable
StipendNone
FormatVaries
Length5 weeks, late June–early August
WhereProvidence, Rhode Island
Applying
OpensOpens Nov 4 for summer 2027
DueNot yet posted (2026 cycle closed)
You submitOnline application; $60 application fee