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by Aislinn Green ’28 Montserrat College of Art has housed multiple generations of artists since its creation in 1970. Back then, it was a tiny little program under the name…

The Ultimate Launchpad: Making the Most of Your First Year The Foundation Year at Montserrat is often the most exciting time for our students. It’s a dedicated year for intensive…

The Artist’s Statement: Making Your College Essay Shine While your portfolio shows us what you make, your personal statement (or essay) tells us why you make it. For an art…

A Fresh Start: Making the Transfer to Montserrat Easy You’ve already experienced college life, but perhaps you’ve realized your current path isn’t giving you the focused, hands-on artistic training you…

More Than Just Studios: Your Creative Life in Beverly, Massachusetts Choosing an art school means choosing a community and a location. Montserrat College of Art is situated in the seaside…

Invest in Your Future: Making a Montserrat Education Accessible We understand that thinking about college costs can be stressful. We believe that financial considerations should not stand in the way…

From Studio to Strategy: Launching Your Professional Life Through the Creative Employment Initiative (CEI) The myth that artists can’t make a living is outdated. At Montserrat, we are committed to…

A vibrant year has come to a close at Montserrat! 2025 was a year of “firsts,” transformative gifts, and a bold new vision for the future of creative education. From…

Why Liberal Arts Courses Make You a Better Artist When you commit to a BFA, most of your courses are in the studio. But you will also dedicate a significant…