Why Montserrat?

Your Journey to a Thriving Art Career Starts Here

Choosing the right art college is a pivotal decision. At Montserrat College of Art, we offer a distinctive educational experience designed to transform your passion into a powerful career. We’re not just an art school; we’re a close-knit community where personalized learning, hands-on practice, and real-world preparation converge. Discover the key reasons why Montserrat stands out as the ideal place to cultivate your creative voice and launch your professional future.

Connect Deeply: Small Campus, Big Impact

At Montserrat, you’re more than just a number. Our intentionally small campus fosters an environment where every student receives dedicated attention, building meaningful relationships that last a lifetime.

Intimate Learning Environment: With under 400 students, you’ll find a vibrant, focused community.
Exceptional Faculty-to-Student Ratio: An impressive 8:1 student-to-faculty ratio ensures you receive hands-on advising and personalized feedback from practicing artists, designers, and scholars who are deeply invested in your artistic journey.
Direct Access to Professionals: Learn from and collaborate with faculty members who are active in their fields, bringing current industry insights directly into the classroom.

Create & Succeed: Practical Skills for the Creative Industries

We believe in learning by doing. Our curriculum integrates rigorous art-making with essential research and critical thinking, preparing you for the demands of a dynamic creative career.

Interdisciplinary Approach: Explore our eleven visual arts concentrations, allowing you to combine interests and develop a versatile skillset. Our approach infuses traditional art-making with contemporary thought, preparing you for evolving fields.
Guaranteed Professional Experience: Gain real-world exposure through our comprehensive Career Design Studio, offering access to required internships and travel abroad opportunities, and mentorships.
Portfolio & Professional Development: From daily critiques to professional practice workshops, you’ll continuously refine your work and develop the skills needed to confidently enter the industry.

Live & Breathe Art: A Culture of Creativity

At Montserrat, creativity extends beyond the classroom. You’ll be immersed in a supportive and inspiring environment where art is a constant conversation.

Bustling Studio Spaces: Our studios are alive with activity, fostering a collaborative atmosphere where ideas are exchanged and creative boundaries are pushed.
Inclusive Environment: Engage in continuous art-making and creative conversations with artist-teachers and classmates who share your passion.
Apartment-Style Housing: Our comfortable living spaces encourage community and provide the ideal environment for inspiration to strike, anytime.

Unleash Your Creativity on the North Shore

Located in historic Beverly, Massachusetts, Montserrat offers the perfect blend of a vibrant arts community and easy access to the world-class cultural scene of Boston.

Active Local Art Scene: Benefit from proximity to galleries, museums, and a thriving creative community right outside your door.
Boston’s Cultural Riches: Just a short train ride away, Boston provides endless opportunities for internships, exhibitions, and cultural immersion.