Session 5, Advanced Projects

Grounded in an interdisciplinary approach, students in this advanced course explore various creative strategies contemporary artists use to develop new ideas and create strong, portfolio-quality work. This course introduces students to new media, materials, and methods to expand skills in drawing, painting, sculpture, installation, video, sound, and performance. With extensive faculty guidance and peer support, students will develop individual projects, learn to clearly articulate their ideas, and produce work that fully represents them as artists. Artist presentations, critiques, and field trips supplement studio coursework. This course is intended for students with previous experience and a deep interest in the visual arts who want to add new work to their portfolio and are comfortable working independently from specific assignments using interdisciplinary practices. Artwork and performances that are temporary or cannot be easily transported will be documented through photography and video. 

NOTE: Previous experience in art/design and the ability to work independently are required. SAIC provides basic equipment for this course. Students are encouraged to bring a digital camera, tablet, and/or laptop for homework and after-studio hours projects.

1.0 College Credits
Full Tuition Cost: $1,908

This cost does not reflect any potential Merit Scholarship or need-based financial aid the student may be awarded. Housing and meal plan rates are still being finalized for 2026 and are estimated to be $675 a week.

Registration Deadline is noon on Monday, July 13th.

There are two registration options for this course. Call us at 312.629.6170 or email cs@saic.edu if you have any questions! We're happy to help.

Option 1: Pay in full now.
Select this option if you do not wish to apply for scholarships and are ready to pay tuition in full now. The full cost of the program includes a $100 non-refundable tuition deposit. Please note, current housing and meal plan fees are estimates, and you will receive a final bill once 2026 rates have been finalized.

Option 2: Apply for aid/scholarships and pay a $100 non-refundable tuition deposit.
Select this option if you would like to apply for a merit scholarship and/or financial aid scholarship. Once you have been notified of your potential award amounts, we will share instructions on how to pay the remaining balance.