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How to get started
At the Art Students League of New York, students are empowered to design their own curriculum, learn at their own pace, and choose from an unmatched selection of atelier-style classes in painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, mixed media, and more. There are no entrance requirements or examinations, and no previous art experience is needed to begin taking classes.
Understanding Class Types
League classes—in the studio and on e-telier—typically follow a monthly format. Offered on an ongoing basis, with flexible month-to-month registration, classes are designed so that students and instructors can develop lasting relationships based on mentorship. Many League students attend classes with the same instructors for several years; others take classes with a variety of instructors to learn a diversity of approaches.
Studio Classes
Many studio classes meet five days a week, with the instructor present for two to three of those days. Students who enroll in a class full-time have access to their studio all five days a week. Students enrolled part-time attend class twice a week, with the instructor present at least once. Other League classes meet only once or twice a week. Classes are offering in morning, afternoon, late afternoon, evening, or weekend sessions.
Workshops
Short-term workshops meet on an intensive schedule for a weekend or up to a week. Workshops offer opportunities for students who can’t commit to a month-long class or who want to immerse themselves into a new technique or approach. While workshops are often taught by renowned League instructors, guest instructors with skills and perspectives new to the League also offer workshops.
Online Classes
Online classes are offered on e-telier, the League's virtual learning platform, allowing students anywhere in the world to study at the League. Our online classes are offered on the same monthly schedule as studio classes, with registration ongoing. Most online classes meet once or twice during week, with varying weekly schedules to accommodate a variety of student schedules.
Selecting a class
To view the current class catalog, click here. If you’re not sure which classes might be right for you, the League’s knowledgeable and experienced registrars are happy to offer suggestions and advice. You can visit with them in-person at our 57th Street building or contact them by phone at 212-247-4510, ext. 6, or email at clerks@artstudentsleague.org.
Registering for a class
Classes run on an ongoing monthly schedule, with tuition due in full upon registration. You can register and start a class at any time, with tuition prorated, if you choose to begin after the first of the month. To continue a class, you must renew your registration and pay your tuition for each following month by the 21st of the month prior. Students can register for classes online , in person at the League’s 57th Street building, or by phone at 212-247-4510, ext. 6, or email at clerks@artstudentsleague.org.
The Art Students League Registration Office
215 West 57th Street
New York, NY 10019
212-247-4510, ext. 6
Hours of Operation
Weekdays: 8:30 AM — 8:30 PM
Saturdays: 8:30 AM–4 PM
Sundays: 8:30 AM–4 PM, Labor Day (The League is closed on Sundays between Memorial Day and Labor Day.)
For a list of observed holidays when the Registration Office is closed, see our Academic Calendar.
Before you start
Most classes have a suggested or required supply list. You will receive this list when you register for a new class. The League's Art Supply Store is familiar with all of our class supply lists and can help you get what you need. Please visit the store page for hours of operation or see our Supplies & Locker guide for more details.
Getting to class
After you register for a class, you will receive a ticket to the class at the email address that you provided during registration. The class studio will be listed on your ticket. Bring your ticket to the first day of class to present to the class monitor.
Next steps and Membership
Lockers are available to enrolled students who wish to keep supplies or artwork at the League—see our Supplies & Locker guide. Upon completion of 210 class hours, League students are eligible for membership—see our Membership guide for more information and how to apply.
Student Policies
The League is dedicated to making art education accessible to anyone who wants to pursue it. View our Class Policies for more information.