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Life at
Pratt

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Pratt is a community of artists, creators, and culture makers. Across our three campuses, you’ll find the next generation of creative thinkers, actively building a better future. Surrounded by a world-class creative community and cutting-edge studio equipment, you’ll hone your unique artistic voice. And, as you learn and experiment, you’ll have the support of the entire Pratt community.

Info for Current Students

Three Locations

Whether you attend our main residential campus in Brooklyn with a 25-acre greenspace and sculpture garden, our Munson campus in Utica NY near the Adirondack mountains, or our Manhattan campus in the heart of NYC’s Chelsea art district, at Pratt you’ll live and learn surrounded by art and culture.

 

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Creative Community

Though our curriculum is rigorous, students are collaborators, not competitors. Pratt students are creative thinkers and makers, often across multiple media. Because of this, studies are interdisciplinary. Students frequently take classes in media entirely different from their major and may even minor in them. We’re also one of the only art and design schools to have NCAA Division III athletics.

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Support on Campus 

As the only New York City art and design school with a residential campus, we have a uniquely tight-knit, supportive artistic community. We believe feeling great in mind and body is key to your success. That’s why we’re dedicated to supporting you both in and out of the classroom. You’ll find a range of student services and resources designed to help you throughout your Pratt journey.

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Strong Pratt Network

From Pratt’s home in New York City to over 75 countries across the globe, Pratt’s 61,000 alumni are using their artistic practices and professional experience to build a better world every day. Throughout your time on campus, in your internships and after graduation, you’ll find continued support and inspiration from your Pratt peers.

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Student Affairs Office

We’re focused on enhancing your classroom experience by creating a sense of belonging and providing the support you need to be successful at Pratt.

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