Continuing & Professional Studies
About
The Continuing Studies Department at Maine College of Art & Design offers open-enrollment programs to adults and youth. Our mission is to provide access to professional-quality study in the arts and professional development opportunities for diverse members of the general public.
We offer weekly classes, weekend classes, winter and summer intensives, youth camps, and international artist retreats. Please view our course catalog at cs.meca.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is your refund policy?
A full refund will be issued when a student withdraws at least 14 business days before the start of class by calling the CS Office at 207.699.5061. There are no refunds given after that time. Please note this does not apply to Pre-College or Travel programs. You can view our full refund policy on our Mission & Policies page.
Who qualifies for a discount?
- Current BFA, MFA, MAT & Salt students: 100% off tuition, only responsible for paying studio fees.
- Current MECA&D and PMA employees: 100% off tuition, only responsible for paying studio fees.
- MECA&D alumni: 30% off tuition.
- K-12 visual art teachers: 50% off tuition.
Note: Full payment must accompany your registration. There are a limited number of discounted slots available per class and are applied on a first-come, first-served basis. Additionally, we are not able to issue discounts for classes that travel off campus or Salt intensives. To view our discount policy in full, visit our Mission & Policies page.
Where is the supply list for my class?
The list of supplies will be written in the section description for the course. This can be found by clicking on the section link on the course pop-up window.
How do I find and pay my remaining owed balances?
You can find any fees still owed under “Pay Balances” in the drop-down menu under “My Account.”
What sessions do you offer throughout the year?
- Fall Term: September through December (Registration opens in August).
- January Intensives: One-week courses offered in early January (Registration opens in October).
- Winter/Spring Term: Late January through April (Registration opens in November).
- Summer Term: Early June through the end of July (Registration opens in May).
- Summer Art Camp (ages 11-17): Mid-June through late July (Registration opens in February).
- Pre-College Program (ages 15-18): Mid-July through August (Applications due April 15th).
Connect
Nik Bsullak '99, Director
Josie Cotton, Assistant Director