Admissions Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is The New England Institute of Art accredited?
A. The New England Institute of Art is authorized to award Associate and Bachelor of Science degrees by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Board of Higher Education. The College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools & Colleges, Inc. (NEASC), through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education to award Bachelor of Science Degrees in:
As well as Associate in Science Degrees in:
NEASC:
209 Burlington Road
Bedford, MA 01730
781-271-0022
Massachusetts Department of Higher Education
One Ashburton Place Room 1401
Boston Ma 02108-1696
617 994-6950
Q. When do I have to apply?
A. Applicants may seek admission to The New England Institute of Art for semesters beginning in September, January, and May. Scholarships, financial aid assistance, and payment programs are available to qualified students for each of these semesters. The New England Institute of Art utilizes a "rolling admissions" process and applicants are notified of a decision on the application soon after they complete the admissions procedures. Applications are accepted at any time. Appointments and campus tours may be scheduled throughout the year. Day and evening appointments are available. Please call the Admissions Department for specific information about deadlines for admissions and financial information.
Q. I withdrew from The New England Institute of Art and now I want to return. How do I reapply?
A. If a student has withdrawn from The New England Institute of Art and wishes to return, he or she must complete an application of reentry with the Admissions Department, in person or over the telephone. Students are required to meet with the Associate Director of Readmissions to have their application considered. A student will be readmitted to the College if the student left with satisfactory academic standing, does not have an outstanding balance, has not defaulted on loans since last attending The New England Institute of Art, and was not dismissed due to disciplinary action.
Q. What is the policy and procedure for transfering credits?
A. View our complete transfer credit policy.
Q. If I relocate, will I be able to transfer to another location in The Art Institutes system
A. Programs offered by one location within The Art Institutes system may be similar, but not identical to programs offered at another campus within the system. This is due to differences imposed by state law, use of different instructional models, and local employer needs. Therefore, if students decide to transfer to another location within The Art Institutes system, not all of the credits earned at The New England Institute of Art may be transferable into that school's program.
Q. How do I find out whether my credits will transfer to another location in The Art Institutes system?
A. Students considering transferring to either another location in The Art Institutes system or an unaffiliated school are responsible for determining whether that school will accept their credits. We encourage the student to make this determination as early as possible. The New England Institute of Art does not imply, promise, or guarantee transferability of its credits to any other institution.
Q. Will I have studio access?
A. Access to production and recording studios is an essential component of the educational process at The New England Institute of Art. The Institute emphasizes consistent and regular student access to all studios beyond the scheduled class hours. Students are eligible--after passing studio access certification requirements--to reserve studios and/or portable equipment, individually or as part of a production crew.
Q. Do you offer housing?
A. Limited College-sponsored housing is available each semester. Please notify Student Affairs for more information about the availability of College-sponsored housing. All students living in College-sponsored housing are required to uphold rules and regulations provided in the housing contract and housing materials. The College will also assist those students seeking alternative housing opportunities in the area by providing roommate referrals and area information. More info...
Q. Can I take an internship?
A. At The New England Institute of Art, internships are an integral part of how students learn about their chosen industry. It is a requirement that all students complete an internship prior to graduation. All students must take this internship in conjunction with the Seminar course. Students also have the option of completing a Capstone project to fulfill the internship requirement for graduation. For more information on the Capstone project, students should contact their Department Chair.
Students are welcome to take additional internships for experience early in their academic career as long as those internships are appropriately registered. For more information and assistance with acquiring an internship, students should contact the Career Services Department.
Q. Do you offer career placement?
A. The majority of The New England Institute of Art graduates wish to secure professional employment in their field of study upon completion of their program. Therefore, career planning and job search assistance are introduced and provided as an integrated component of the curriculum. Students receive individual and group career counseling within the context of the program and on a one-to-one basis.
Students will work with assigned Career Advisors during their final semester of study to devise a job search strategy. The Career Advisor also assists students with their job search after graduation.
Q. Is financial aid available?
A. At the time of initial enrollment, the student will work with a financial aid officer and will develop a financial plan to meet expenses involved in the education process (tuition, fees, books, supplies, cost of living, etc.). As an accredited institution, The New England Institute of Art is eligible to offer its students the opportunity to apply for a variety of financial assistance programs.
All eligible students may apply for financial assistance under various federal and state programs as follows:
Federal Programs
Federal Pell Grant [PELL]
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant [FSEOG]
Federal Work Study [FWS]
Federal Stafford Student Loan [subsidized and unsubsidized]
Parental Loan for Undergraduate Students [PLUS]
State Programs
Massachusetts State Grant [MASSGRANT]
Massachusetts No Interest Loan [MNIL]
Other Programs
Creative Opportunity Loan Program [CELP]
Second Chance Loan
Vocational Rehabilitation Assistance
Veterans' Administration Benefits
Awards under these programs are based on individual need and the availability of funds. Several other states offer educational grants and permit their residents to use them at The New England Institute of Art. Contact the Student Financial Services Department for complete details about financial aid resources. Please note that a student who attends College on a part-time basis (less than 12 credits) may not be eligible for certain types of financial aid. If the student is eligible for financial aid, it may be reduced. For information regarding financial aid eligibility, please contact the Student Financial Services Department.
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