Art Students League Certificate Program for Veterans

Eligibility & Requirements

VA Certificate of Eligibility for education benefits. If you have not received your Certificate of Eligibility, you may apply for GI Bill Education Benefits through the Veterans Administration here.

Statement of Intent
A Statement of Intent describes your reason for pursuing a Certificate of Completion with the Art Students League. You are encouraged to include information about yourself, your objectives, and your interests that may not be immediately apparent from a review of your portfolio and application. A Curriculum Vitae or résumé details your art-related activities and accomplishments. 

Artwork Portfolio
Online artwork submission of 10 jpeg images is required. It is advised that applicants select recent work relevant to their chosen area of concentration. Two optional submissions can be made for video or audio works.

Transcripts

  • Minimum educational level completion: Secondary school diploma or equivalent. A post-secondary degree or diploma is not required.
  • Applicants to the four-year Certificate Program must demonstrate a minimum of one academic year (two semesters, or equivalent) of previous fine arts study in studio classes for drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking or mixed media. 
  • An Official Transcript or equivalent is required to show your previous fine arts studies. A transcript from the Art Students League is acceptable. Transcripts from other institutions must be sent by mail to the Art Students League of New York, 215 W 57th Street, New York, NY 10019, Attn: Thomas Tacik; or by electronic service to: tom@artstudentsleague.org.

Recommendations

Provide two (2) to three (3) letters of recommendation from individuals who are familiar with your development as an artist. Recommenders should email tom@artstudentsleague.org or send letters by mail to the Art Students League of New York, 215 W 57th Street, New York, NY 10019, Attn: Thomas Tacik.

Other Program Fees in addition to tuition

  • $300 Certificate Student Fee per semester (covered by GI Bill Education Benefits).

(Note: Fees are subject to change without prior notice)

Applying to the Certificate Program 

Spring 2025 Application Deadline: January 15, 2025

  • The Spring 2025 Semester begins January 21, 2025.

Fall 2025 Application Deadlines:

Fall 2025 Application Deadline: August 15, 2025

  • The Fall 2025 Semester begins September 2, 2025.

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