Undergraduate

Summer Program

Begin your journey into the art world with Sotheby’s Summer Program—designed for undergraduate students eager to explore careers in art and luxury business.

Spend your summer immersed in the art world with Summer Program, an intensive experience offered in two of the world’s leading cultural capitals: London and New York City. Designed for university students, the program combines expert-led instruction with real-world exposure to the international art market. Whether you choose to study in London, with its diverse course offerings and rich artistic heritage, or in New York, the heart of the global art market, you’ll engage with industry leaders, visit renowned institutions, and build practical skills that prepare you for the next step in your art world journey.

Program Highlights

Professional Project Briefs

Work on project briefs shaped by real-world agendas, developing professional skills through practical, goal-oriented assignments.

Collaborative & Independent Work

Combine collaborative group work and independent research in a dynamic learning environment, culminating in a final project.

Industry Connections

Gain access to a supportive network of academics, peers, and industry professionals, enriching your learning through shared expertise and insights.

At a Glance

Program Duration

Students attending Summer Program in London can opt to take one 4-week course or combine two courses for an 8-week program. Summer Program in NYC is a 4-week program exploring The Global Art Market.

Eligibility

All applicants must be at least 18 years old by the beginning of the program and currently enrolled in, or considering enrolling in, an undergraduate university program.

Admissions

Application to Summer Program requires the completion of an online application and submission of supplementary materials. Learn more about our application and admissions process.

Accommodations

A limited number of housing accommodations are available for Summer Program students for an additional accommodation fee.

Tuition

Courses

Courses in key areas of the art and luxury world are available in our London and New York programs.

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Summer Program in London

Summer Program in London is a 4- to 8-week program hosted at the Sotheby's Institute London campus in the historic Bloomsbury district. The city’s iconic auction houses, art fairs, galleries, and royal collections serve as a dynamic classroom and illuminate the economic and cultural frameworks behind the international art market.

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Summer Program in NYC

Summer Program in New York City is an intensive 4‑week program that brings students into the center of the global art market. Studying in one of the world's most vibrant art capitals, students visit major auction houses, galleries, and museums and gain insight into valuation and collecting trends. New York’s energy as a global hub of collectors and exhibitions provides a compelling setting to explore the forces shaping the art economy worldwide.

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