Art Portfolio

🌟 Art Portfolio to College 🌟

If you’re aiming to build or refine your art portfolio for college applications, we are here to help! Our specialized classes are designed to guide you through the entire portfolio creation process, whether you’re applying to art schools or universities with non-art majors.
We offer comprehensive workshops that cover everything from foundational techniques to advanced artistic works, ensuring your portfolio not only meets but exceeds college admission standards. Our instructors also provide personalized guidance for college applications and are available to answer all your questions.
On our Students' Art Portfolio page, you’ll find examples of portfolios that meet college admission standards. Whether you’re applying to art-focused schools or non-art-focused universities, we provide professional-quality instruction and personalized art supplements to help you showcase your talent effectively to top colleges.
All scholarships awarded to our students have been merit-based honors scholarships, not need-based.
If you need further assistance or have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us! We’re committed to supporting you throughout your artistic journey and helping ensure your success in college admissions.

2025 Congratulations to Haneul P. Accepted to :
(National Gold Medalist in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, Nearly 110,000 teens entered more than 310,000 original works of art and writing to the 2025 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.)

RISD (Rhode Island School of Design)
Parsons School of Design –The New School - Illustration $140k/4 years
University of Michigan – Stamps School of Art & Design
SVA (School of Visual Arts) – $106.8k/4 years
KCAI (Kansas City Art Institute) – Full Ride Scholarship
Art Center College of Design – Virtual Design
MICA (Maryland Institute College of Art) – $144k/4 years
CCS (College for Creative Studies) – Illustration Major $116k/4 years

2025 Congratulations to Angie C, an international student, on her outstanding achievements!

Art Center College of Design – Illustration Major.
College for Creative Studies (CCS) – Illustration Major $116K scholarship over four years.
School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) – Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program $92K scholarship over four years.
Ringling College of Art and Design – Animation Major $80K scholarship over four years.
The Cooper Union – Fine Art Degree.
California College of the Arts (CCA).
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) – $92K honor scholarship over four years.
School of Visual Arts (SVA) – Illustration Major $40K honor scholarship over four years.
RISD (Rhode Island School of Design)

2023 Jenny W. Congratulations to her! Getting into such prestigious programs:
(National Silver Medalist with Distinction in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, over 320,000 entries nationwide)

Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) - Industrial Design
Georgia Tech (GT) - Industrial Design
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) - One of the top art schools globally
University of Michigan (UM) - Computer Science and Stamps School of Art & Design
Ringling College of Art and Design - Animation, with a $56,000 scholarship for four years

2024 Chloe L. has achieved extraordinary results, earning admission to top-tier art and design schools with impressive scholarships!

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) - Admission to one of the most prestigious art schools.
Ringling College of Art and Design - Animation, with a $56,000 scholarship for four years.
Pratt Institute - $108,000 scholarship for four years.
School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) - $88,000 scholarship for four years.
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) - $72,000 scholarship for four years.
College for Creative Studies (CCS) - Game Art, with an astounding $104,000 scholarship for four years.

2022 Sandy Zh.

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) – Accepted.
Ringling College of Art and Design – Accepted.
University of Michigan (UM), LSA.

2022, Ashton B. achieved the following:

Case Western Reserve University – Accepted for Medical Illustration.
Accepted to all the schools he applied to (specific schools and scholarship details not provided).

2024 Hyunseo Y. (International Student) has an outstanding array of options to choose from, Here’s the breakdown:

Georgia Tech - Industrial Design, a strong program with a focus on engineering, innovation, and design-thinking.
Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD) - $112,000 scholarship for four years,
School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) - $78,000 scholarship for four years,
Pratt Institute - $84,000 scholarship for four years, combining a top-tier art education with its prime location in NYC.
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) MICA is known for its strong creative vision and vibrant campus.
College for Creative Studies (CCS) - $104,000 scholarship for four years,

2023 Art and Design Students:

Ellie L. Ringling College of Art and Design - Animation, $44,000 scholarship over four years.
Laya M. Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) - Architecture.
Jenny Z. Ringling College of Art and Design - Animation (out-of-state), $32,000 scholarship over four years.
ArtCenter College of Design. School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) - $86,000 scholarship over four years.

2023 Non-Art Major Universities:

Vicki M. MIT - Incredible achievement at one of the top engineering and innovation institutions.
Mark Z. University of Michigan (UM), LSA.
Grace P. University of Michigan (UM), Engineering.
Ava Ch. Cornell University. University of Michigan (UM). Georgia Tech (GT).
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) - Computer Engineering.
Jenny R. University of Michigan (UM).

International Achievement: Karen J. England - Royal College of Art, Master's Degree.

2025 Ari W. has received an offer from the
Brown | RISD Dual Degree Program!

Brown University
University of Edinburgh
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
ArtCenter College of Design – Concept Art
University of Glasgow (English Literature)
King's College London (English)
University College London (English)
Reed College

2025 Congratulations to Olivia T.! Here's a summary of her achievements:

SAIC (School of the Art Institute of Chicago)Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program – $104k/4 years
RISD (Rhode Island School of Design)
Pratt Institute – Product Design major $108k/4 years
Parsons School of Design – the New School-Product Design School $140k/4 years
Art Center College of Design – Virtual Design
University of Michigan – Stamps School of Art & Design

2025 Yuanchen Zh. received multiple prestigious offers:

Ringling College of Art and Design, Animation Major, with a $48,000 scholarship over four years
Pratt Institute, Industrial Design Program, with a $108k/4 years
CCS - College for Creative Studies , Product Design Program $29k/year, $116k/4 years
University of Michigan – Stamps School of Art & Design

2025 Kaitlyn S.

University of Michigan – Stamps School of Art & Design
Michigan State University
Syracuse University

2025 non-Art Major Universities:

Wenda C. – University of Michigan, LSA, Psychology
Emma L. – MIT, Business
Emily B. – University of Michigan, Engineering School
Maggie W. – University of Michigan State
Mingming X. – University of Michigan, LSA, Neuroscience
Adit V. – University of Michigan, Engineering School
Andy Zh. – University of Michigan, Business School
Andrew W - Johns Hopkins Biomedical Engineering
Ziyu Zh. (International Student - Application completed by our studio) – Ohio State University

2023 Caitlyn F. has done an excellent job securing offers from such esteemed programs in animation!

Ringling College of Art and Design - Animation, with a $56,000 scholarship for four years
College for Creative Studies (CCS) - Animation, with a $10,400 scholarship for four years
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) - Animation, also with a $10,400 scholarship for four years

2023 Audrey Z. has achieved fantastic results with admission to top design programs, Here's the summary:

Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) - Design program,
Pratt Institute - Industrial Design, with a $100,000 scholarship for four years.
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) - $104,000 scholarship for four years, known for fostering creativity and innovation across diverse design disciplines.
College for Creative Studies (CCS) - Car Design, with a $98,000 scholarship for four years, a standout program for students aiming for automotive or transportation design careers.

2022 Grace L. Accepted.-Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)

2022 Olivia G.
Ringling College of Art and Design - Animation, with a $56,000/ 4 years

2024 Gina X. has accomplished something extraordinary by earning admission to some of the most prestigious art and design programs with generous scholarships.

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) - Admission to one of the world’s leading art and design schools.
Ringling College of Art and Design - Animation, with a $56,000 scholarship for four years.
School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) - $88,000 scholarship for four years.
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) - Creative Vision Award, $76,000 scholarship for four years.
Pratt Institute - $100,840 scholarship for four years.
College for Creative Studies (CCS) - Animation, with a remarkable $104,000 scholarship for four years.

2024 Yuki N. has earned impressive offers from prestigious schools, each with its unique strengths. Here's a summary of the options:

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) - offering a comprehensive and rigorous foundation in art and design.
School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) - $88,000 scholarship for four years
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) - $74,000 scholarship for four years, known for its state-of-the-art facilities and excellent career preparation, particularly in applied arts.
University of Michigan Stamps School of Art & Design - Offers a strong balance of studio and liberal arts education, along with UM's broader resources.
University of Delaware - Known for its affordable tuition and solid art and design programs with a focus on skill development.

2023 Virginia He has been admitted to several prestigious universities. Here’s a summary of the offers:

Brown University One of the Ivy League schools, known for its open curriculum and strong focus on academic freedom and interdisciplinary studies.
University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) Renowned for its rigorous academic programs, particularly in the arts, sciences, and engineering, and its vibrant campus culture.
University of Michigan (U of M), College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) Offers a comprehensive and flexible liberal arts education with access to top-tier programs in a wide range of disciplines.

Kevin D. Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) Illustration

2022 Art Students:

Kelsey M. :University of Michigan Stamps School of Art & Design.
Jack J. (International student) Accepted to Parsons School of Design – Design and Technology with a $14,000/year scholarship.
Siyu L. (International student) Accepted to Parsons School of Design – Design and Technology with a $14,000/year scholarship. Pratt Institute. Ringling College of Art and Design with a $40,000 scholarship over four years. University of the Arts London (UAL) for Art and Design master Degree.

2022 Non-Art Students:

Candy C. Accepted to University of Michigan (UM) – College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA).
Linda L. Accepted to University of Michigan (UM) – College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA). Ringling College of Art and Design – Animation.$84,000 scholarship over four years.
Conner P. Accepted to University of Michigan (UM) – Engineering.
Ryan W. Accepted to Yale University.

2022Michelle D.

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD).Illustration
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), $64,000 scholarship over four years.

2024 Art and Design Students:

Sarya S. Accepted to Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), College for Creative Studies (CCS), and Columbus College of Art and Design (CCAD).

2024 Non-Art Major Universities:

Nicole Zhong Accepted to University of Michigan (UM) for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE).
Iren Guo (International student) Accepted to Rice University.
Tina Qi Accepted to Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
Emila Jiang Accepted to University of Southern California (USC) for Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Jessica Lu Accepted to University of Michigan (UM).

2024 Rachel Han has received impressive college admissions offers with notable scholarships:

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) Accepted
Ringling College of Art and Design-$84,000 scholarship over four years.
School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC)-$88,000 scholarship over four years.
University of Michigan (UM), Stamps School of Art & Design
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) $19,000 scholarship.
College for Creative Studies (CCS) $104,000 scholarship over four years for their Animation program.

2023 Carol W. has received impressive college admissions offers,

New York University (NYU), Tisch School of the Arts New Media Interactive Arts program: its focus on the intersection of technology and artistic expression.
University of Connecticut (UConn) A well-regarded institution with strong academic programs, offering a great environment for both arts and general studies.
Purdue University Known for its focus on STEM fields, Purdue offers a solid academic foundation, particularly in engineering and technology.
Stony Brook University Offers a balanced academic curriculum with a focus on arts, sciences, and technology,
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) A leading technical school with a focus on combining technology and creativity, ideal for students interested in interactive arts and design.

Lillian X. Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) Illustration
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA),

2021 Yihua L. (International Student)

College for Creative Studies (CCS), Concept Art $100,000 scholarship over four years.
Ringling College of Art and Design, $30,000 scholarship over four years.

2021 Emily K.

Pratt Institute, $108,000 scholarship over four years.
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), $67,000 scholarship over four years.
School of Visual Arts (SVA).
College for Creative Studies (CCS), $88,000 scholarship over four years.

2021 Jessica L.

Jessica Lai is a Brand Design Intern at Daybreak and a student at Carnegie Mellon University, focusing on Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), and Modern Languages. Explore her portfolio at www.jessicalai.me..
University of Michigan, Stamps School of Art & Design.
University of Washington, Pre-Science.
Boston University (BU).
New York University (NYU).
Michigan State University (MSU), Computer Science Program.

2022 Jannet Jacobson

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD).
Parsons School of Design.
School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), $25,000/year scholarship.
University of Michigan, Stamps School of Art & Design.

2021 Mandy H. Rhode Island School of Design (RISD).

Brown University (Non-art program, dual degree).

2021 Chanhao L. (International Student)

College for Creative Studies (CCS), $86,000 scholarship over four years.
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD).
Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts (PAFA), $72,000 scholarship over four years.
University of Cincinnati.
Ringling College of Art and Design.

2021 Shelly Zh.

Has been accepted to Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) with a major in Fine Art and dual minors in Game Design and Animation/SFX ("IDeATe" programs). She has received a $56,000/year scholarship.
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), $29,000/year scholarship.

2021 Art Majors student
Hannah (International Student)

Pratt Institute, $80,000 scholarship over four years.
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), $16,000/year scholarship.
School of Visual Arts (SVA), $9,000/year scholarship.
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD).

2021 Sherry Y. Columbia University. Art Supplement- Non-Art Majors

Kristen Y. Ringling Animation , work for Netfilx

QianChi Zh.Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). Industry Design

Iren W. Rhodee Island School of Design (RISD). Industry Design

Cherry L. University of Michigan, Stamps School of Art & Design.

Shyauman Zh. Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). Illustration

Karen D. University of Michigan, Architecture ,
Harvard Architecture master Degree.

Wenxue C. Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)Graphic design,

Danzheng Ch. want Savanna College of art and design 2021
she has earned prestigious scholarships from top art schools, including:

Savannah College of Art and Design: $10K/year
School of the Art Institute of Chicago: $18K/year
College for Creative Studies (CCS): $80K (over four years)
Ringling College of Art and Design: $5K/year

2021 Non-Art Majors: With Art Portfolio:

Kristen Zh. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Sherry Y. University of Michigan, Ross School of Business. Columbia University.
Amma Ch. University of Michigan.

Non-Art Majors Without Art Portfolio:
1. Richard W. University of Michigan, College of Engineering.
2. Shuheng Z. Harvard University.

Kristen Zh. to Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Math Major
This is her Art Supplement.

Timothy Li Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). Industry Design

Karen J. Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). Industry Design
She is currently pursuing a Master's degree (MA) at the Royal College of Art in England, focusing on Artistic Research Practice in Painting, Music Composition, and Spatial Design.

Linda Y. University of Michigan,

Xiaolin Y 

Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) finished Graphic design, art history, illustration 3 major
She also has got in to CalArts graphic Design
University of Michigan, Stamps School of Art Design.
University of the Arts London (UAL) for Art and Design master Degree.

Ying C. education at both Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) through their prestigious dual-degree program!

Kevin J. is affiliated with the Art Center College of Design in automotive design. also received College for Creative Studies (CCS).in automotive design

Betty D. (International Student) has been awarded a $16K/year scholarship from the College for Creative Studies (CCS) for her exceptional talent in car design.

Star SU and Floria Tsui, two incredibly talented sisters, on their impressive academic and career achievements:

Star SU: Graduated from Brown University and is now a Software Engineer.
Floria Tsui: Graduated from Brown University with a degree in Computer Science.