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Artward Bound

Artward Bound is the nation's first four-year, art-centric college prep program that helps Boston Public High School students from freshman year through graduation. 

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  • Passionate about art and design and have an interest in attending art school?
  • Live and go to school in Boston?
  • Experience lack of access to the arts?
  • Have financial need?

Artward Bound is accepting applications for rising 9th and 10th graders on a rolling basis to begin in the Fall of 2023! 

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About

Artward Bound starts with a six-week Summer Session that includes academic mornings and intensive art-making afternoons. During the school year, students take part in art classes twice a week, which include visits to museums, studios, and career-building workshops.

  • Requires a commitment from students and families for all four years of high school (including summers)
  • Art and design instruction and academic tutoring available for all students to ensure success 
  • MBTA passes and stipends available for students

Program Curriculum & Structure  

"Artward Bound has shown me how to see differently and to be my own person. They’ve helped me to explore what I love and do what I love, and how to express myself freely but also safely." - Taylor Adams-Bass, BFA Illustration '23

Students by the Numbers

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100%

GRADUATE FROM
HIGH SCHOOL

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96%

ALUMNI ENROLLED
IN COLLEGE

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91%

STUDENTS OF COLOR

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61%

OF STUDENTS STUDY
ART & DESIGN IN COLLEGE

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By giving to Artward Bound, you provide endless opportunities to Boston-area youth. Your donation supports students who are committed to their future. Help our Artward Bound students believe in themselves by giving the gift of education. 

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