Spring & summer programs for high school students interested in art and design:  Apply now →

Stamps Pre-College Programs include non-residential, afternoon Spring Studios and two and three-week Summer Residential Studios. Our programs offer portfolio-building courses in art and design, training from Stamps faculty, and an up-close look at life on the campus of the University of Michigan. Learn more below, and start your application today.

Spring Studios

Drawing for Artists & Designers

Spring Studio for grades 9-12 / April 30 - June 13, 2018

The ability to draw is essential for all practicing artists and designers. In Drawing for Artists & Designers, students will learn drawing concepts fundamental to contemporary art and design practice. Our participants will gain knowledge and… Read More >

Design Fundamentals

Spring Studio for grades 9-12 / May 1 - June 14, 2018

Interested in graphic design? Get your start in Design Fundamentals! Design Fundamentals focuses on developing the basic visual skills used by artists and designers when working creatively in two dimensions. Students will gain familiarity… Read More >

Summer Studios

BFA Preview

3-Week Summer Residential Studio for grades 9-11 / July 8 - 28, 2018

What is it like to earn a BFA degree at a world-class university? BFA Preview gives you a glimpse! BFA Preview is a three-week residential studio for current high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Our students live on the historic… Read More >

Portfolio Prep

2-Week Summer Residential Studio for grades 9-11 / July 29 - August 11, 2018

Portfolio Prep is a two-week residential studio for current high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Through integrative studio classes, students will gain firsthand knowledge about the college admission process and learn about the… Read More >