Instructor: Ken Blaznek, CCS Adjunct Professor Foundations

Instructor: Thorn Kurtzhals, CCS Adjunct Professor Entertainment Arts

Instructor: TBD

Instructor: TBD

Instructors: Kirbi Fagan, Erika Lebarre, John Martin, CCS Adjunct Professors Illustration

Instructors: PENSOLE instructors: TBD; Steve Schock, CCS Professor Product Design

Instructor: Miranda Clark, CCS Adjunct Professor of Photography and Digital Film

Instructor(s): Melanie McClintock, CCS Adjunct Professor, Color and Materials

Instructor: TBD

Resident students will live on CCS’s campus in the historic and newly renovated A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education. The building combines living, learning, dining and administration services all in one building and can only be accessed with an authorized CCS ID card. PCSE students must adhere to the residence hall rules, code of behavior and curfew. Students live in shared loft-like spaces with access to common social areas, exercise facilities and the dining area. No PCSE student can be away from campus overnight unless prior written permission from a parent or guardian is pre-approved by the PCS Office. Parents are strongly encouraged not to request student overnights and to keep sign-outs to a minimum. Students are supervised by the Assistant Resident Life Coordinator, CCS Mentors, and Precollege and Continuing Studies staff 24 hours a day.

Over 90% of Precollege Students live on campus during the Precollege Summer Experience.

Commuter  students enjoy all the benefits of attending except commuter students sleep at home. Commuters are required to attend all mandatory classes, open studios, and guest speakers sessions.  Commuter students will not have access to the housing facility, but are encouraged to participate in all activities and  meet up with other PCSE students in lounges, computer labs, the cafeteria and library. 

All meals will include options for vegetarians and vegans. Students with special dietary needs or food allergies are requested to note their needs on the PSCE application forms. Accommodations can be made; however, please note that not all dietary restrictions or preferences can be accommodated. All students have access to microwaves and vending machines in common areas. Students with severe food allergies are encouraged to bring supplemental food items with them. 

Students requiring a visa to attend should apply no later than April 1, 2022. Visas are issued through the CCS Office of International Student Services. Courses are taught in English.  There are no TOEFL requirements to participate.

Most required materials are provided  by PCSE for students; however, there  may be specific materials in any concentration that students will require or desire for their work. Families should expect to spend between $50 — $150 on additional materials. CCS’s bookstore maintains a stock of materials. Additional information will be provided in your confirmation packet.

Full and Partial grants may be awarded to students based on both merit and financial need. Apply by March 31, 2022. Awards are announced by May 1, 2022.