Progressed to Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD) (Ranked #15 for Art & Design in the World)
Talented artist Sammy joined CATS Academy Boston in the ninth grade. Since then, he has gone from strength to strength as he has undertaken a wide variety of arts electives, including Fashion, Photography, Printmaking, and Portfolio Development – all contributing to his acceptance to his first-choice college, the Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD).
SCAD is one of the top art colleges in the U.S and is currently ranked 15th in the world for its art and design courses*. Offering more degree programs and specializations than any other art and design university in the U.S, SCAD prides itself on preparing talented students for professional, creative careers.
As well as being accepted to SCAD, Sammy also received acceptances to School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Otis College of Art & Design, Ringling College of Art & Design and Pace University.
On top of being a gifted artist, Sammy has challenged himself academically by enrolling in six Honors courses during his time at CATS Academy Boston.
Commenting on his college acceptance, Sammy said “Attending CATS Academy was a major turning point in my life. Being surrounded by like-minded artists has opened my eyes to a world of possibilities. Thanks to the College Counselors here, I was introduced (and admitted!) to Savannah College of Art & Design in Georgia.
Navigating the whole college process was made so much easier with the assistance from the staff and faculty. Additionally, being a part of CSVPA has opened my eyes and allowed me to test the waters in a number of different artistic mediums from photography and printmaking to musical theater and rock ensemble.
A big thank you to everyone at CATS Academy who has helped me to get to where I am today.”
Nationality: American
Program: High School Diploma
Destination: Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD)
Potential Major: Photography
Honors Courses: Literature 1 – Society and the Individual, Algebra II, Literature 3 Independence, United States History, Literature 4 Critical Lenses, Chemistry
Other Courses: Illustration, Digital Photography, CSVPA Digital Media & Production, Printmaking, Acting, Advanced Acting, Fashion, Theatre Acting, Portfolio Development
Extracurriculars: Sammy has participated in several extracurriculars throughout his High School career including Yearbook Club and, because of his photography talents, has been a designated school photographer. He also played drums enthusiastically in the school’s rock band and had leading roles in musical theater productions.
Sammy’s talent was also recognized by two separate photography contests, the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards and Rocky Mountain School of Photography’s Annual High School Student Contest
