Student Life

Student Success

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At MassArt, we believe that true success means helping every student thrive — in the studio, in the classroom, and in life.

The Division of Student Success and Enrollment Management empowers students to build confidence, navigate challenges, and make informed decisions as lifelong learners. Rooted in individuality, creativity, diversity, and integrity, our approach supports the whole student.

Our team focuses on the co-curricular experience, partnering with students to create growth opportunities that are both challenging and supportive. Whether you need academic guidance, personal support, or help navigating college life, we’re here to connect you with the right resources — from counseling and health services to academic support, career development, and community engagement.

MassArt’s student success network is designed to meet you where you are and help you move forward — so you can focus on what matters most: your creative journey.

Office of Student Success and Enrollment Management

621 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
student.development@massart.edu
p: (617) 879-7700

Location: Kennedy, 2nd Floor

Office hours:

Monday–Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

We’re here to connect you with support and resources that promote personal well-being, academic success, and community engagement.

Academic Resource Center

Connect with the ARC to make the most of your MassArt academic and studio experience.

Career Development

Our Career Development office supports students and alumni with personalized career advising, internship and job listings, resources, workshops, and credit-bearing internships.

Community Health & Well-Being

MassArt fosters a vibrant campus culture by promoting health and well-being through education, prevention, and advocacy initiatives.

Counseling Center

The Counseling Center provides culturally informed, responsive, inclusive, flexible in-person and telehealth mental health services for all eligible students.

Housing & Residence Life

Housing and Residence Life fosters welcoming and supportive environments that promote student development, learning, community, and belonging.

Student Engagement

Student Engagement offers community-building, leadership development, involvement opportunities, and diverse social, cultural, and educational programs to enrich your co-curricular experience.

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If you have a concern and are having trouble connecting with a MassArt office or staff member, we’re here to help.

Every student deserves a positive educational experience. If something isn’t meeting your expectations, you have the right to raise a concern or submit a complaint.

Submit this brief form, and a team member will route your concern to the appropriate MassArt office for follow-up.

Student Stories

A smiling young woman, Kailey Caballero, stands outdoors in a courtyard, wearing a purple MassArt New Student Orientation t-shirt and a blue headband—embracing campus life and finding your voice amid brick buildings and greenery.

Finding Your Voice at MassArt: Meet Kailey Caballero

Kailey Caballero BFA '26 Animation

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Designing Her Future: How Scholarship Support Fuels Rachel Buckley’s Entrepreneurial Dreams

Rachel Buckley BFA '25

Giving
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Industrial Design
Institutional Advancement

2023-2024 Student Government Association President Heily Rivas shares how creativity, exploration, (and fabric scraps!) can empower students to change the world

Heily Rivas BFA '24

Alumni
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Fashion Design
Student Engagement

Our Staff

Vanessa Barton

Student Support Specialist, Student Success and Enrollment Management

Jamie Costello

Associate Vice President and Dean of Students, Student Success and Enrollment Management

Timothy Cusack

Assistant Director of Student Development, Student Success and Enrollment Management

Corey Zink

Vice President for Student Success and Enrollment Management, Student Success and Enrollment Management

Additional Student Resources

Commuter Programs

Off-campus and commuter students are a large and important part of the MassArt community, and we have resources to help support you.

Community Food Resources

Supplying basic needs for our students, so they can focus on what’s important to them.

Student Handbook

Explore MassArt’s Student Handbook for key policies, campus resources, and student responsibilities to support a safe, creative community.

MassArt Connect

Your central hub for essential student information, links, and resources.

621 Huntington Ave,
Boston, MA 02115

(617) 879-7000

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