Sotheby's Summer Institute
Our two-week pre-college courses bring students to the center of the art world for an unforgettable summer experience.
Courses
Courses are structured as Intensives, Explorations, or Studio Art courses. Intensives dive deep into a specific subject area, while Explorations are interdisciplinary and cover three distinct topics. Studio Art courses provide students with the opportunity to experience traditional studio art-making practices. All courses are taught by Sotheby's Institute faculty and expert practitioners in the international art world.
- Art Business
- Art History / Art Business
- Painting and Drawing
- Art Crime / Art Law
- The Modern Museum
- Art / Luxury / Fashion
At a Glance
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Program Duration
Two-week courses are offered in four separate terms spanning from June to July. Students may enroll in more than one term.
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Accommodations
Residence hall facilities in the heart of New York City.
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Eligibility
The program is open to rising high school students (grades 10-12) and graduating seniors. Students must be 15 years old by the first day of the program.
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Dining
Dining halls are able to accommodate a range of dietary restrictions.
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Admissions
Requires the completion of an online application and submission of supplementary materials.
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Tuition
$5,325 for Day students; $5,975 for Residential students. Tuition is based on 2-week course. (Additional fees apply.)
Summer Institute Faculty
Our instructors are award-winning Sotheby's Institute faculty, recognized thought leaders and professional experts in the art world. Each faculty member structures their course around real-time conversations defining their professions and helps students master the unique forces at play in the art world.

Apply Now For Summer Institute 2023
Applications are now open! Learn more about the application process including application deadlines, the review process, required materials, tuition and our notification timeline.
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