Pre-Graduate FAQ

1. What is the Pre-Graduate Summer Program?

The Pre-Graduate Summer Program is a 10-week intensive program designed to prepare you for fall admission to the Masters of Arts in Interior Design or Graphic Design programs at The New England School of Art & Design at Suffolk University.

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2. Is the Pre-Graduate Program right for me?

If you are interested in pursuing a Masters of Arts in Interior or Graphic Design, but you don’t have a visual arts background or the portfolio required to apply, the Pre-Graduate Program may be right for you! Once accepted into the Pre-Graduate Program you are “conditionally admitted” to the masters program. If you successfully complete the program, you’ll be accepted into the masters program for the fall semester.

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3. What does it mean to be a Pre-Graduate student?

Once you are admitted to the Pre-Graduate program you will be considered “conditionally admitted master’s applicant” for the fall semester. However for the duration of the summer program you will have a Continuing Education student status. After successful completion of the program you will be admitted to the Masters of Arts in Interior or Graphic Design for Fall 2008.

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4. What will I learn?

You’ll take four courses: Drawing, Color, 2-Dimensional & 3-Dimensional Design, Perspective & Rendering (Interior Design only) and Imaging (Graphic Design only).

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6. How much time should I expect to spend on coursework outside of class?

Students typically spend between 20-40 hours per week on coursework. The program is not advisable for those who intend to work full-time.

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7. How much does the Pre-Graduate Program cost?

The Pre-Graduate Program costs $4769 plus materials

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8. How do I apply?

Applicants should send both their completed Pre-Graduate and Graduate applications by April 22nd to:

Office of Graduate Admissions
Suffolk University
8 Ashburton Place
Boston, MA 02108

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9. Are GRE test scores required to enter the Pre-Graduate Summer Program?

No, Students seeking admission to the Pre-Graduate Summer Program and the Master’s of Arts in Interior Design or Graphic Design are not required to submit GRE test scores.

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10. What criteria are used to determine admission to the program?

Admission to the Pre-Graduate Program is based on an applicant’s undergraduate performance, work experience, essay and letters of recommendation.

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11. What determines "successful completion" of the Pre-Graduate Program?

A student must successfully complete all four courses with a combined GPA of 3.0 and no grade below a B- in order to be accepted into the Master of Arts in Interior Design or Master of Arts in Graphic Design program.

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12. What happens if I am not admitted to the Master’s program after completing the Pre-Graduate Program?

If you are denied admission to the Master’s program you may take courses as a Continuing Education student and reapply the following semester.

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13. What is the refund policy?

Written notice of your intention to withdraw must be submitted in person, via fax, email or postal mail to Karianne Noble, Director of Continuing Education & Preparatory Programs. Your refund will be calculated from the date such notice is received or post-marked.

Pre-Graduate Refund Policy:

Prior to the start of classes: 100% refund
Within the first week of classes: 75% refund
Within the second week of classes: 50% refund
After the second week of classes: No Refunds

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14. When is orientation, and what can I expect?

Orientation will be held Friday, May 30th from 9:00am to 5:00pm and attendance is mandatory. Breakfast and lunch will be served. You will have the opportunity to meet with faculty, staff, fellow students and former Pre-Graduate participants. The program requirements and timeline will be discussed in depth. You will have the opportunity to obtain a student I.D. card and locker and will tour the facilities. Orientation will culminate with a field trip to a local art store to purchase materials.

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15. What if I have more questions?

To obtain an application or to learn more about the Pre-Graduate Program contact:

Karianne Noble, Director of Continuing Education & Preparatory Programs
knoble@suffolk.edu, 617.994.4233

To learn more about the Masters of Arts in Interior or Graphic Design contact:

Suffolk University Graduate Admission:
grad.admissions@suffolk.edu, 617.573.8302

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16. Are Pre-Grad students issued visas?

No, because Pre-Grad is a preparatory program visa’s are not issued for participants.

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