Art College Night Fri, Oct 9, 2020, 4–5:30 pm

Art College Night

Fri, Oct 9, 2020
4–5:30 pm

A group of teenage people with backpacks on gather in front of information tables at the Whitney.
A group of teenage people with backpacks on gather in front of information tables at the Whitney.

Photograph by Filip Wolak

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Online via Zoom

High school students in grades 9–12

Teens are invited to join us online for our Annual Art College Night, a two-part series that will explore many aspects of the college admissions and financial aid process. Meet representatives from colleges with studio art, art history, and art education programs. Learn about scholarship opportunities, college essay writing tips, art portfolio development, and much more!

Both parts of the series are free with registration.

October 2
4–6 pm

Admissions and Financial Aid 101: The college admissions and financial aid process can not only be daunting but also feel like an extra class. Here, we provide you with the necessary information needed to keep you on track for success. 

College Essay Writing: Your college essay should make you stand out! Learn best methods to incorporate into your writing.

Portfolio Development: Join professionals as they share advice and tips for building a memorable art portfolio.

October 9
4–5:30 pm

Learn about specific art majors and career paths from art schools and departments from schools across NYC and beyond. This session will feature admissions counselors from:

  • City College of New York
  • The Cooper Union
  • Hunter College
  • Maryland Institute College of Art
  • Marymount Manhattan College
  • The Pratt Institute
  • SUNY Oneonta
  • and more!  

On the Hour

A 30-second online art project:
Maya Man, A Realistic Day In My Life Living In New York City

Learn more about this project

Learn more at whitney.org/artport

On the Hour projects can contain motion and sound. To respect your accessibility settings autoplay is disabled.