Pre College Program

Pre-College is a four-week intensive summer program where you will experience life as an AUArts student. Work alongside other talented young artists creating art, building your portfolio and earning university credits.
Pre-College provides an opportunity to practice working independently, in a flexible environment, while building a purposeful connection with your peer group through interactive projects and discussions.As a Pre-College student, you will join a talented community of practicing artists and designers who are eager to explore, challenge, and experiment with ideas. All classes are taught by AUArts instructors who are passionate about education and helping you grow as an artist. They will guide you through studio assignments, research projects, and critiques that will increase your abilities to observe, conceptualize, and create. Using a variety of media you will build a portfolio of finished work for post-secondary admission and bursary applications.

During Pre-College you will gain a thorough understanding of introductory art and design study at the post-secondary level. Preparing you for further education in a college or university environment. You will also participate in extracurricular activities, events, and presentations to support your learning, enhance your portfolio, and prepare for your future.

Application form submitted in SlideRoom

Written responses to questions related to Pre-College (see below)

Five images of your original artwork

Application fee payment through Elevate

High school diploma from a Canadian secondary school

Minimum 60% in English 30-1 or minimum 65% in English 30-2 or provincial equivalent

Minimum 60% in three additional Grade 12 courses in Fine Arts, Humanities (eg. Social Studies), Math, Science or Career and Technology Studies (CTS).