What is the New York Arts Program?

The New York Arts Program is an educational program that offers students an opportunity to advance their creative and critical skills and gain professional experience through a combination of internships, seminars and individual advising. Students earn academic credit for the semester.

Can students from any college attend?

Yes. The program is open to students from all accredited college & universities. A sampling of the many colleges and universities that more than 3,000 New York Arts Program alumni attended include: Albion, Alma College, Antioch, Augusta University, Baldwin-Wallace College, Carnegie Mellon, Connecticut College, Denison University, DePauw, Earlham, Gettysburg, Grinnell, Heidelberg, Hofstra University, Hope College, Illinois Wesleyan, Indiana University, Kalamazoo, Kenyon, Lawrence University, Macalaster College, Maryland Institute, Monmouth College, Northwestern University, Nova Scotia College of Art, Oberlin, Ohio Wesleyan, College of Santa Fe, Southwestern, St. Olaf, Trinity, Union College, University of Arizona, University of Iowa, University of Michigan, University of New Mexico, Wabash, College of Wooster, and Yale University.

Will my college accept Academic Credit for NYAP?

NYAP issues 16 credit through its managing college, Ohio Wesleyan University, and is approved by The Great Lakes College Association. Home colleges translate credits to their system, and determine credit distribution. All students must obtain approval for off-campus study from their academic advisor and off-campus study office. Click here for more on preparation to apply.

Can I pre-arrange my own internship?

Some students have done extensive research on a particular artist or institution. Make sure you discuss this with your New York Arts Program faculty advisor. Your advisor will then make sure that your prospective sponsor fills the Program’s academic requirements before proceeding with the approval.

What does the program look for in candidates?

NYAP looks for students who have demonstrated: a commitment to their overall education as well as their creative and professional goals, an ability to live and work in a collaborative environment, curiosity and openness to new ways of learning.

Where have NYAP students interned in the past?

The New York Arts Program is known for its extensive network of highly respected arts and cultural organizations located in New York City. These artists and organizations serve as sponsors and work closely with the student and his/her New York faculty advisor to insure the best possible learning experience. Click here for an idea of some past and present sponsors associated with New York Arts Program internships.

Does the Program provide housing?

Yes. The NYAP House is in the Chelsea Section of Manhattan convenient to subway and bus lines. Housing is dorm style with most students living in doubles and quads. Kitchens and bathrooms are shared, and there are two lounges with televisions and DVD equipment. There is a piano in one of the lounges, and computer stations located in the basement. Laundry facilities are available at the Program House. There is a Residence Manager on the premises.

Are students required to live in the Program House?

Students are not required to live in the New York Arts Program House, but many do because of its great Chelsea location, the number of amenities offered, and the reasonable cost. Housing is optional and is on a first-come, first serve basis. However, many students prefer to live in the Program House because it allows them to be with other interns, network with them, and plan many social activities.

Can I apply to be an R.A.?

Yes, if you are a 15-week student. Before applying, keep in mind that R.A.’s need to be available in the evenings when the Program House is most populated. If your internship involves heavy evening hours, e.g. a theatre production placement where you are needed at the theatre from 6pm until 11, it’s probably not a good idea to apply to be an R.A.

If I bring my laptop, is the Program house wired for Internet access?

Yes, but you should have a wireless card installed in your computer.