With courses for emerging artists in both middle-school and high-school, the Rutgers Art & Design Intensives take place in the art studios and computer labs of Mason Gross School of the Arts, located in the vibrant Civic Square Building in downtown New Brunswick. We offer courses for every level, from those just beginning to explore their interest in the visual arts, to those seeking to build upon their foundation of technique and artistry.
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Get ready to dive into an inspiring lineup of new arts programs designed to spark creativity and enrich the skills of young artists. In summer 2025, we are thrilled to be expanding our offerings with innovative classes and workshops across visual arts, dance, filmmaking and music. Whether you are an aspiring artist or an experienced creator, these programs will provide fresh opportunities to explore, learn, and grow in a supportive community.
We invite you to explore our 2025 programs below!
The Rutgers Summer Dance Conservatory offers a collegiate-level atmosphere experience through a rigorous daily schedule of diverse movement practices within African Diasporic forms, Classical/Traditional forms, Contemporary Fusion forms and Somatic forms. Taught by Rutgers dance faculty, alumni, and EdM Dance Education graduate students, the expansive training in a variety of movement practices aims to develop and broaden skills that are reflective of the ever-changing field of Dance.
The Rutgers Filmmaking Summer Institute is designed for rising 10th through rising 12th graders who want to learn — or dive deeper into — every aspect of film production, from screenwriting to final edit. We give our summer students a realistic look at the world of film production. Students learn essential filmmaking tools and techniques and then work together as film crews to bring their visions to life on screen. Appropriate for the absolute beginner as well as for those who have already begun to experiment with moviemaking!
Our Concert Band Institute and Summer Jazz Institute both feature rigorous, collegiate-level experiences led by Mason Gross School of the Arts faculty and other renowned musicians. Students engage in daily rehearsals, masterclasses, and special events with highly-respected, award-winning camp faculty. These programs are available for rising 7th graders through rising college first-years who are interested in preparing for college auditions or simply elevating their own musicality. Our residential option allows high school students an early taste of on-campus college life!
Learn more about the Rutgers Summer Jazz Institute.
Learn more about the Rutgers Summer Concert Band Institute.