Project Open Door is a free art and design college access program run by the Rhode Island School of Design. It serves creative teens at public and charter high schools in Central Falls, Pawtucket, Providence and Woonsocket through out-of-school studio classes, including a Saturday portfolio program and after-school classes taught by RISD graduate teaching artists. Seniors get college visits, a trip to National Portfolio Day and help with applications.
Offered by Rhode Island School of Design. Summer Program for high school students in Providence, Rhode Island, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.
Fields: Arts, Education
Info checked November 2026.
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.
Yes. Project Open Door is free to take part in.
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Providence, Rhode Island. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.
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