PNCA Pre-College Summer Program Resources
Below you'll find helpful resources for Summer Pre-College programs at PNCA. Questions? Reach out to our team at pnca-community-education@willamette.edu.
Summer Pre-College at PNCA
PNCA offers two types of Summer Pre-College programs. Students can earn 3 credits (equivalent to one college class) for participating in four weeks of Pre-College.
Summer Intensives (1.5 credits) are two-week, full-time sampler programs. You’ll spend the first week in studio workshops, learning foundational skills and exploring various mediums. During the second week, you’ll create new work and curate a group exhibition in a gallery or theater space at PNCA. At the end of each Intensive, you’ll meet 1:1 with PNCA Admissions for a portfolio review, complete a final critique, and trade riso-printed trading cards.
Summer Studios (.75 credits) are one-week, full-time programs, with a focus on one particular discipline. You’ll spend each day experimenting with a different medium, technique, or tool, without the pressure of a final project. Summer Studios are a great way to see if a certain discipline interests you, or go deeper into one specific topic than an Intensive allows.
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Application Process
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage students to apply early to ensure they can attend their preferred session/s. If your application is accepted, you will be emailed a link to register and pay. Payment plans and need-based scholarships are available (please see instructions for each in the application).
PNCA offers a 10% Early Registration Discount on Summer Pre-College tuition to students who apply by March 28 and register by April 11, 2027.
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Deadlines - Summer 2027
- Early Application Deadline: Sunday, March 28, 2027
- Early Registration Deadline (10% off tuition): Sunday, April 11, 2027
- Application Deadline: Sunday, May 2, 2027
- Registration Deadline: Sunday, June 6, 2027
* Applicants hoping to be considered for the Early Registration Discount should submit their applications no later than March 28, 2027 to allow time for processing and review.
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Sample Syllabi
Click each program title below to view the sample syllabus: