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About

Founded by working creative professionals, Montserrat College of Art provides an individualized education focused on maximizing the professional and personal success of each student. Structured around experiential learning, studio practice, liberal arts, and professional preparation, the mission of the college ensures that its graduates leave equipped with the competence, confidence, and habits of mind to build lives of creative enterprise and community engagement. Montserrat recognizes its role as an economic driver and cultural leader in the region.

  • The practice of art, design, research, and creative enterprise has intrinsic value.
  • Teaching, learning, and service are central to who we are.
  • Individuality, creativity, expression, and experimentation are respected and encouraged.
  • Accountability and integrity are essential to sustain creativity and shared community.
  • We thrive on diversity of people, ideas, and approaches.

The College

Montserrat was born in the late sixties, a time when people were questioning the status quo and seeking new solutions.

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Our Mission, Values and Vision

Founded by working creative professionals, Montserrat College of Art provides an individualized education focused on maximizing the professional and personal success of each student.

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Leadership

Founded by working creative professionals, Montserrat provides an individualized education focused on maximizing the professional and personal success of…

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Accreditation

Montserrat College of Art is a non-profit, independent art school, accredited  by the New England Commission on Higher Education (NECHE) to award the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

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Employment

We’re always excited to bring new people into our community. We attract and hire intelligent, hard-working and collaborative individuals with a passion for growth and learning. Individuals that are dedicated to our students, are committed to the mission of the college, and work with a sense of impact and inspiration.

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Directory

Meet the staff and faculty that make Montserrat such an exciting place to learn and work.

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Contact

Faculty and staff are the cornerstones to the college’s success, and we encourage each student to unleash their potential on every level.

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Campus Map

Montserrat’s campus is integrated into the landscape of downtown Beverly, MA! Use this map to guide yourself as you explore scenic, seaside Massachusetts.

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Directions

Montserrat College of Art 23 Essex Street Beverly, MA 01915

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