How to Apply

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A visit to the Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts is an important aspect of the admissions process. You are invited to participate in classes and have direct conversations with the students and faculty. It provides you the opportunity to personally observe our art college first-hand in a way not possible through other presentations.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the College with your portfolio, but may forward a slide, CD or DVD portfolio to the Admissions Office. The Lyme Academy College also participates in the National Portfolio Day Association scheduled portfolio reviews across the country. Please click here to see when we will be at an event in your area.

Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts Application Checklist

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The Admissions Office reserves the right to request additional information when necessary.
To complete our application process, the following must be received and sent to:

Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts ~ Admissions ~ 84 Lyme Street ~ Old Lyme, CT 06371

• Complete Application and send to College - options:
  • on-line Application: Click here to complete an application online.
  • download Application form: Click here to print your own application. (Click here to download Acrobat if needed).
• $55 Application Fee - A non-refundable application fee of $55 must accompany the Application Form. (Processing fees may apply if funds come from outside the US).
• Official Transcripts - Official copies of all high school and college transcripts (you may omit the high school transcript if you have completed two years of college) must be forwarded to the Admissions Office. You must have a high school diploma or the equivalent prior to matriculating.
• Send Official SAT and/or ACT scores – SAT use code #1791 - ACT use code #0566.
• You may eliminate this requirement if you have completed two years of college.
• Two Letters of Recommendation - Two letters of recommendation are required, three recommended, and are to be sent directly to the Admissions Office. Letters should be from individuals who can comment on your potential for success and dedication as an art student; we suggest one letter be from an art teacher.
• Portfolio Review – see Portfolio Review Guidelines
• Essay - A statement (minimum of 350 words) expressing your commitment to a fine arts education. This is important, so give it your best effort.
• Interview - We encourage all applicants to visit our college, but if distance makes this difficult, you may participate in a telephone interview.

TRANSFER STUDENTS

Transfer Students are very welcome to apply. Transfer credits are assessed after admittance.

APPLICATION FOR POST-BACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Follow the Application Checklist, eliminating SAT/ACT scores.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

The Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts is proud to enroll international students. Please request required additional information.

APPLICATION FOR SPRING SEMESTER ADMISSION

We occasionally accept students for entrance in the spring semester.