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International Student Portfolio Preparation
Practices and Critique
International Student Portfolio Preparation
Practices and Critique
International Student Portfolio Preparation Practices and Critique
Certificate of Completion: Portfolio Preparation
Our 1-year and 3-year certificate programs issue an I-20 for students enrolled in full time study.
In order to receive a Certificate, the student needs to complete a full time study of either:
- 1 year certificate program
OR
- 3 year certificate honor program
Turning Your Artistic Practice Into a Portfolio That Stands Out
At New York Art Studio, our Practices & Critique program supports international students in refining their artistic vision, strengthening their technical skills, and perfecting the polished portfolio needed for U.S. art school admission under the I-20 / F-1 visa pathway.
Why Practices & Critique Matter
- Continuous growth: Developing regular practice habits—observational drawing, life studies, media exploration—builds your skill set and discipline.
- Critical self-reflection & peer feedback: Learning to assess your own work and receive constructive critiques refines your technique and sharpens your artistic voice.
Quality for admissions: Art school admissions committees look for originality, craftsmanship, thoughtful process, and well-presented work. This is what good practice and critique deliver.
Have questions about the track option?
Schedule & Tuition
Select 5 sessions per week from the options provided below.
| Session A (Eastern Time) | Session B (Eastern Time) | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 11 AM – 3 PM | 4 PM – 8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM – 3 PM | 4 PM – 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM – 3 PM | 4 PM – 8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM – 3 PM | 4 PM – 8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM – 3 PM | 4 PM – 8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 2 PM | 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM |
1-year program:
- Quarter System: 12 weeks per quarter
- Class Length: 4 hours per class
- Schedule: 5 classes per week
- Break: 1-week vacation after each quarter
3-year honor program:
- Quarter System: 11 weeks per quarter
- Class Length: 4 hours per class
- Schedule: 5 classes per week
- After each quarter, if the student wishes to continue their study, they can enroll for another quarter.
- Classes are conducted in-person at our school location in Midtown Manhattan.
- You can customize your class schedule based on your availability.
* There is a one-time, non-refundable Application Fee of $150 for any International Students program.
| Quarter Option | Tuition |
|---|---|
| 1 Quarter | $3,480 |
- Register quarterly
- One week vacation after each quarter of 12 weeks
- Receive $100 off each additional quarter when you register for more than one quarter at a time.
To Apply
To enroll in the Practices and Critique, students must have completed a minimum of two quarters in the Core Portfolio Prep track and apply for this track separately. Those who meet the qualifications and criteria will be accepted.
We accept students year-round based on the International Students school calendar. Talk to our Admissions to see if you are eligible.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
➔ What major(s) does the course cover?
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