Exciting On-Campus Opportunities for Teens!
Explore 2D animation, ceramics, game design, graphic design, music education, music technology, or musical theatre this summer at The College of New Jersey. TCNJ School of the Arts and Communication is excited to offer on-campus summer experiences for high school students. Registration is now open!
2D Animation Camp | July 6–11, 2025
Bring your own characters to life, just like in your favorite cartoons! Step into the world of 2D animation and learn the skills and techniques the professionals use; no prior experience needed.
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Future Music Educators Institute | July 6–11, 2025
Join other high school students who are interested in pursuing a career as a music teacher or conductor and spend a week learning from the best — the TCNJ Music Department.
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Game Design Camp | July 6–11, 2025
Learn game design fundamentals and use a creative coding tool that encourages tinkering and play to design, program, and refine a small video game. All skill levels are welcome.
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Ceramics Camp | July 13–18, 2025
Explore the exciting world of clay in a dynamic college artist studio setting! Dive into hand building, wheel throwing, and surface design, to create unique ceramic pieces while learning from instructors.
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Graphic Design Camp | July 13–18, 2025
Feeling creative? Collaborate on print and digital media projects using the Adobe Creative Suite in a modern Mac lab while you learn about typography, design thinking, potential careers, and more.
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Music Technology Camp | July 13–18, 2025
Explore creative ideas in music composition and audio production. You’ll write and edit songs, learn to make beats, and produce signature tracks in a Mac lab and a professional recording studio on campus.
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TCNJ Musical Theatre Workshop | July 13–18, 2025
Are you passionate about musical theatre? Join other high schoolers for a weeklong summer camp filled with vocal, acting, and dance training and a master class with a Broadway professional!
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Choose Your Experience
We’re excited to offer commuter and residential options designed for you to explore your interests, discover our campus community, and make lasting connections. Email us at summerarts@tcnj.edu.
How to Register
First, fill out the registration form linked on your camp, institute, or workshop’s page.
Then purchase your audition or your residential or commuter ticket at the link you receive at the end of the registration process.
Questions?
We can’t wait to connect with you! Email us at summerarts@tcnj.edu.