college art prep for success

To assure artistically gifted students of all learning backgrounds have the opportunity and support to pursue a BFA degree in the arts, CVA launched the College Art Prep for Success (CAPS) program in fall 2011 to serve promising young creative talent from academically  backgrounds.

CAPS participants develop study skills and work habits critical to maximizing their educational experience while developing self-confidence, self-advocacy, and lifelong learning skills.

The CAPS program supports intensive academic and college preparation for conditionally accepted students. Participation transforms and strengthens students’ ability to enter college and maintain critical momentum for success.

CAPS Summer Program 2012

Monday, August 6 to  Tuesday, August 21 (Attendance is mandatory)
First-day Orientation at the CVA Gallery, 173 Western Avenue
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• College Readiness, prepares students to meet the expectations of CVA’s first year Foundation program within the liberal arts and studio, as well as for college life.

• Two-Dimensional Design Studio, introduces visual design problem solving and design vocabulary through hand and digital work.

• Essential Research & Writing, builds essential reading and writing skills and the ability to express ideas through exploring resources in art, culture, and history.

CAPS Academic Year 2012-13

Academic tutorial and support services.

• Weekly, two-hour required digital tutoring, in direct support of Foundation two-dimensional design coursework.

• Weekly, two-hour required liberal arts tutoring, in direct support of Foundation writing and art history coursework.

Student Support Services

Academic Advising
Office for Student Life
Peer Mentoring
Disability Services 
Counseling & Referral Services
Student Programming