Summer Institute Online
Our two-week pre-college online courses bring the international art world directly to students for an unforgettable and interactive learning experience. Attend our Virtual Info Session on January 31.
Online Courses
Pre-college online courses are structured as Intensives, Explorations, or Studio Art courses. Intensives dive deep into a specific subject area, while Explorations are interdisciplinary and cover three distinct topics. Studio Art courses provide students with the opportunity to experience traditional studio art-making practices in a virtual environment. All courses are taught by Sotheby's Institute faculty and expert practitioners in the international art world, all of whom have extensive experience teaching online.
- Art Business
- Art History
- Art Crime / Art Law
- Art / Luxury / Fashion
- Art History / Art Business / Art New York
- Painting and Drawing - Level 1
At a Glance
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Program Duration
Two-week online courses are offered in four separate terms spanning from June to July. Students may enroll in more than one term.
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Online Classroom
Live video instruction and guided group activities are led by international faculty and guest experts every weekday. We keep our class sizes intentionally small so that students receive individual feedback on their assignments and final projects.
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Eligibility
The program is open to rising high school students (grades 10-12) and graduating seniors. Students must be 15 years old by the first day of the program.
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Assignments
Daily self-paced projects, readings and independent explorations are assigned to enhance each student's understanding of the course content. Each course also includes a final project that is presented at the end of the term.
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Admissions
Requires the completion of an online application and submission of supplementary materials.
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Tuition
Each two-week online course is $2,850, plus $75 tech fee.
Summer Institute Faculty
Our instructors are award-winning Sotheby's Institute faculty, recognized thought leaders and professional experts in the international art world who have extensive online teaching experience. Each faculty member structures their course around real-time conversations defining their professions and helps students master the unique forces at play in the art world.

Ready to Apply?
Learn more about the application process including the review process, required materials, and tuition.