Why Choose Pre-College at PNCA?
- Choose from programs in animation, indie media, design, and studio art
- Learn from working artists and designers with current industry experience
- Work in downtown Portland, where PNCA is the front porch for Portland’s vibrant creative scene
- Explore college-level art and design in a studio environment
- Build your art and design portfolio for college applications

Saturday Art and Design Classes for Teens
Designed for emerging artists, these single-day Saturday classes are ideal for young creatives with varied interests and busy schedules.

Summer Art and Design Intensives
Experience art and design school firsthand with a two-week Summer Pre-College Intensive at PNCA. Dive into technical artmaking, develop your portfolio, and explore professional practice skills with the support of current PNCA professors and industry leading guests.
Whether you’re exploring a future in art and design, or just want to gain confidence in your creative abilities, a Summer Intensive at PNCA is the perfect way to see what it’s like to attend art and design college.
2026 dates are coming soon.
