2017-2018 Academic Catalog

2017-2018 Academic Catalog See aiprograms.info for program duration, tuition, fees, and other costs, median debt, salary data, alumni success, and other important info. Catalog Preparation This catalog was prepared by The New England Institute of Art, 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, Massachusetts 02445. The information contained herein applies to the academic year 2017-2018. Curriculum, fees, expenses, and other matters described herein are subject to change without notice and at the discretion of The New England Institute of Art. For more information, write to the above address or call 1-800-903-4425. LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT It is my privilege to be the President of The New England Institute of Art (“NEIA”). This is a unique time in the history of NEIA and I appreciate your decision to finish your degree here with us. I promise I will play my part in helping you achieve your goal of gaining that degree in a field that interests you. This college and its talented faculty and devoted administrative staff have been helping students like you for many years and we have become pretty good at it. There is a special vibe here at NEIA that suggests you will find others here who think like you – students, staff and faculty alike. We understand that you are here because you have a creative drive that you are passionate about and you wish to pursue it fully. This is a college and you will need to continue to work hard in order to attain that degree. With our support and your continued effort, your educational goals will prepare you for that start of your creative career. We will do what we can to help you, but learning is a two way street and you have some hard work to get through. I believe you can do it. My office is in the administrative section of the college. Please feel free to come by and see me, I am always pleased to talk with students. I have found that as President, I can often help resolve problems, even big ones. It is my belief that we can all work together to make the next couple of years a good time with great results. I look forward to handing you your diploma at one of our graduations in the near future. Yours Sincerely, John Lay, President The New England Institute of Art MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES Mission The New England Institute of Art educates students from diverse backgrounds and experiences to become working professionals who are thoughtful, engaged citizens. A skills-based curriculum blended with a strong liberal arts core allows students to focus on futures in the creative economy through the fields of media arts, creative business, and design. Vision The New England Institute of Art aspires to become the northeast’s leader in its chosen field. Spurred by planned growth in programs and locations, the College will be recognized as a preeminent center of excellence for professional advancement and personal development. Strategic partnerships with industry, alumni, and the greater community will lead to new educational and career opportunities for students. Values The New England Institute of Art values: • exemplary education that promotes professional and personal growth • accomplished faculty who engage students in the learning process • dynamic and creative students committed to academics, student life, and the community • technology and facilities driven by an industry-focused curriculum • student-centered staff who approach problem-solving and service collaboratively • an environment that fosters self-expression, embraces diversity and inspires mutual respect • strong connections with local industry enhanced by alumni that lead to broad career opportunities for graduates • ethical, efficient and effective business practices ABOUT THE NEW ENGLAND INSTITUTE OF ART City and School Students who study at The New England Institute of Art (“NEIA” or the “College”) have it all at their doorstep. Situated in the Town of Brookline, the College is surrounded by a blend of busy streets, independent businesses, restaurants, shops, pubs, apartment buildings and stately homes. Just a few steps away is the City of Boston with all it has to offer. There is always something to do, with places to go and new things to learn. Students can hop on public transportation and quickly be at The Institute of Contemporary Art (admission is complimentary to The New England Institute of Art students with a school ID), The Museum of Fine Arts, Fenway Park, on Newbury Street with its fine art galleries and shopping, or socializing with other students from the more than 80 other schools, colleges, and universities in the area. Boston also has a lively film community and students often form teams to compete in the annual Boston 48 Hour Film Festival. When students are ready to seek their internships and first jobs, Boston is home to many media outlets, advertising agencies, design shops, production companies and a thriving retail community. History The New England Institute of Art was founded in 1952 as the Norm Prescott School of Radio and Television by Norm Prescott and Robert M. Cabitt. Prescott later sold the school to Cabitt who then renamed it The Northeast Broadcasting School. In 1962, the school was sold to television producer Victor Best, who relocated the school to facilities in the Back Bay. Mr. Best operated the school until 1988, when it was purchased by The Northeast Company, Inc. At that time, the curriculum consisted of a single Radio and Television Broadcasting diploma program, with all students enrolled in a prescribed set of courses. The school added a second diploma program in the Recording Arts in July 1991. In September 1995, the College was granted authority to award two Associate of Science degrees: one in Broadcasting and another in Recording Arts. The school changed its name to The Northeast College of Communications, Inc., and was renamed again in 1997 as Massachusetts Communications College. In 1998, it was granted authority to award three more Associate of Science degrees in Communications Studies, Multimedia Communications and Internet Communications. In 1999, the College became part of The Art Institutes system when it was acquired by The Art Institutes’ parent company, Education Management Corporation (EDMC). The Art Institutes system currently operates over 50 schools in North America, offering degree programs in media arts, design, fashion and culinary arts. In June 2000, Massachusetts Communications College was authorized to award the Associate of Science degree in Graphic Design. In September 2000, it was granted approval to retitle the Associate of Science in Recording Arts degree program to the Associate of Science in Audio Production and the Associate of Science in Multimedia Technology degree program to Associate of Science in Multimedia & Web Design. Programs in Web Design, Digital Film, Interior Design, Photography, and Animation have since been added and approved. The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education approved the request for a name change from Massachusetts Communications College to The New England Institute of Art & Communications in July 2001. In December 2001, The New England Institute of Art & Communications gained approval to offer Bachelor of Science degrees. In 2002, the College opened The Center for Professional Development, offering certificate programs. In May 2003, the Board of Trustees approved the College’s request to change its name to The New England Institute of Art. This final name change better reflects the College’s commitment to all types of art, from communication arts to design. In May 2015, The New England Institute of Art announced that it would no longer be accepting new students and would begin to teach-out their existing students. This decision was communicated to all students collectively and individually. A plan for completing all classes and graduation of each student was put into place and has been updated as the teach-out progresses toward completion. The New England Institute of Art is no longer enrolling new students. Questions should be addressed to the academic dean or the dean’s designee. Ownership The New England Institute of Art is owned by The New England Institute of Art, LLC, which through various intermediary companies is a subsidiary of Education Management Corporation. Education Management Corporation is located at 210 Sixth Avenue, 33rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Accreditation The New England Institute of Art is a for-profit institution accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (CIHE), 3 Burlington Woods Drive, Suite 100, Burlington, MA 01803- 4514, Telephone: 781-425-7700, Toll-free: 855-88-NEASC (855-886-3272), Fax 781-425-1001. State Licensing The New England Institute of Art is authorized to award Certificates, Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science degrees by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Massachusetts Department of Higher Education, One Ashburton Place, Room 1401, Boston, MA 02108-1696, 617.994.6950. The New England Institute of Art is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students. A CREATIVE MINDED STUDENT Students come to The New England Institute of Art from across the state, across the nation and across the globe. Many have just graduated from high school; others seek new or expanded careers after considerable employment experience. What they all have in common is a keen desire to develop the creative skills they will need to apply their talents in their careers. The College faculty, many of whom enjoy successful careers of their own in the fields to which the students aspire, bring years of experience to the classroom, meshing creative talents with practical skills. The New England Institute of Art celebrates diversity with students for over ten different states including the New England area. The student body also includes students from outside of the United States from countries in North America, South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia including China, France, and the Dominican Republic.

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