Center for the Arts Registration &
Information
How to Register
Center for the Arts is well
known for its small class sizes and individualized instruction. Many classes
fill quickly and close, so please register early. You can
register by mail or come in person at the Center for the Arts office in White Plains or
in Peekskill. For more Registration
Information, please call 914-606-7500.
Mail Registration
Completely fill out Registration
Application and Certificate of Residence Application. Mail all forms with a
check or money order (made payable to the Center for the Arts) for the
full payment of tuition and fees to:
Center for the Arts
Westchester County Center
196 Central Avenue
White Plains, New York 10606
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If registering for Peekskill Center for the Digital Arts classes only, please mail
check to:
Center for the Digital Arts
27 North Division St.
Peekskill, NY 10566
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Download a
Winter/Spring 2010
Application Form
Click to
Download the
Application  .
Registration for Center for the Arts
classes can be accepted on campus for full-time students only. Part-time
students must pay at the Art Workshop in White Plains or Peekskill.
A minimum enrollment is required for each
class to be held.
Some art supplies for our classes may be
purchased at the school. New students should call the
office for materials lists.
Tuition & Fees
Center for the Arts is partially
supported by the State University of New York through Westchester Community
College, and the Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation and
Conservation. Tuition for non-credit classes and seminars, plus materials
and fees, are listed in the brochure where applicable.
Tuition
- Per Credit $153.00
- Two Credits $306.00
- Three Credits $459.00
- Four Credits $592.00
- Full-Time Student (12 or more credits)
$1,825.00
- Non-resident Tuition (per credit) $370.00
Fees
- New Student Fee (one time only) $25.00
- Lab Fees for Studio Art Courses are listed
in the brochure where applicable.
- Equipment Utilization/Replacement Fee
$50.00
- Cultural Arts Fee $10.00
- Medical Insurance Fee $5.75
- Change of Course/Add-Drop Fee (per change)
$5.00
- Cancellation initiated by student
/Add-Drop Fee $5.00
- Late Registration Fee $5.00
- Returned Check Fee $10.00
Tuition, fees and schedules subject to change
without notice. Cash, checks, Visa, and Mastercard are
accepted.
Resident Tuition
Conditions a student must meet to pay
resident tuition: Must be a resident of New York State for at least one year
(other than FI student visa), and must also be a permanent resident of
Westchester County for at least six months; or must be a resident of New
York State for 1 year and have a Certificate of Residency issued by the
Chief Fiscal Officer of their home county in New York State. New York State
Residents whose legal residence is not Westchester County MUST present a
Certificate of Residence signed by the Chief Fiscal Officer of their county
of residence at the time of registration, or pay the non-resident tuition
rate. Students who have resided in more than one county in New York State
during the last six months must obtain a Certificate of Residence form each
county. A signed Certificate is valid for one year (September through
August). Students who live outside of New York State must pay non-resident
tuition.
Certificate of Residence
NYS residents whose legal residence
is not Westchester County must present a Certificate of Residence signed by
the Chief Fiscal Officer of the county of residence at the time of
registration. The certificate may be obtained from the appropriate County
Office building. If the certificate is not presented at the time of
registration the student must pay a higher fee. See “Resident Tuition” for
more information, and back of credit application for
directions.
Financial Aid
Call Westchester
Community College Financial Aid Office at (914) 606-6773.
Refunds
Center for the Arts tuition
refunds are issued according to the following schedule. Please allow at
least six weeks for processing of refunds. The new student fee is
non-refundable. All other fees are 100% refundable before the 1st week of
class. No fees will be refunded after that.
Fall and Spring Semesters
- 100% If class is cancelled or dropped before first day of semester.
- 75% During first week of the semester.
- 50% During second week of the semester.
- 25% during the third week of class. (Fall and Spring semesters)
Winter and Summer Semesters
- 100% If class is cancelled or dropped before first day of semester.
- 25% during first week of the semester.
Special Seminars
100% If workshop is cancelled or If
requested at least 1 week before workshop. Refund requests
must be made in writing or in person.
Certificate in Applied Art
The certificate in Applied Art is a
30 credit studio-intensive program for training the artist/craftsperson. A
student undertakes study in this program to increase understanding of and
proficiency in his/her chosen medium. This certificate is specifically
designed for people who are interested in assembling a professional quality
portfolio of their work for presentation to employers in business and
industry. The program also provides the skills necessary to help artists
begin art related businesses of their own. (At least 1 3-credit class must
be taken on Westchester Community College main campus in order to complete the certificate.)
College credit in all course work is fully
transferable to 2, 4, or 5 year art degree programs. A broad range of studio
art offerings is available each semester at the Center for the Arts and
on campus in Valhalla. For a curriculum outline, call (914) 606-6810.
Grades and Transcripts
Classes at the Art Workshop may be
taken on a credit or non-credit basis, for the same price. Non-Credit:
Students audit the class, a grade is not given, and the class cannot be
applied toward a degree. Student transcripts say "non-credit". For Credit:
On the first day of class students fill out a form to request a letter
grade, and throughout the semester will be required to fulfill rigorous
academic requirements (attendance, completion of projects, etc.) Students
receive a transcript for transferable credit. For
transcripts, call Westchester Community College at (914) 606-6810.
Immunization
All students born on or after January
1, 1957 who register for more than 5 credits must provide proof of immunity
from Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) and a second measles injection or two MMR’s.
Students will not be allowed to register without proof of
immunization.
Travel Directions
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WCC Center for the Arts
in
White Plains
The
WCC
Center for the Arts in White Plains is located
in
the Westchester County Center
in White Plains at the intersection of
Tarrytown Road (Rt. 119), Central Avenue
(Rt. 100), and the Bronx River Parkway at exit 22.
It is served by the Westchester County Bee-Line Bus System and by
Metro-North Commuter Railroad.
From New York City, the
WCC
Center for the Arts
is a 35
minute trip by car, 40 minutes
by
bus and 30 minutes by train. The
WCC
Center for the Arts
is a five
minute walk from the
White Plains TransCenter and the
White Plains train station.
Driving Directions
Eastbound
From NY Thruway (I-87), Sprain Parkway or Tappan Zee Bridge, take Cross Westchester Expressway (I-287) east to
exit 5 (Rt. 119). Merge onto Tarrytown Road. Turn left onto Central
Avenue (Left turning lane says Bronx Parkway). Proceed straight
ahead into parking lot across the Bronx River Parkway.
Driving Directions
Westbound
From I-95, Hutchinson River Parkway or
I-684, take Cross Westchester Expressway (I-287) west to exit 5. At end
of exit turn left to next traffic light. Turn left onto Tarrytown
Road (Rt. 119). Turn left onto Central Avenue (Left turning lane
says Bronx Parkway). Proceed straight ahead into parking lot across
the Bronx River Parkway.
By Bus
Bee-Line buses No. 3, 5, 6, 20, 21, 13, 14, 15, 17, 40 & 41 come to
the Westchester County Center. For a bus schedule, call
914-813-7777.
By Train
Metro-North Harlem Line trains should be taken to White Plains. From there you can
walk, get a taxi, or take a bus from the White Plains TransCenter.
For a train schedule, call 1-800-638-7646.
Walking from
train to WCC Center for the Arts
Once on the White Plains train station platform, walk toward the
northern end of the platform.
Take the last exit stairwell.
Make a left at the bottom of the stairs.
Walk through a very short, well-lit tunnel.
Go right upon exiting the tunnel.
Walk on the path (Metro-North to your right, parking lot to your
left).
You will see the
Westchester
County
Center ahead and to your left.
Walk through the main
Westchester
County
Center parking lot.
At the traffic light, cross the street to the
Westchester
County Center.
Follow ramp on right side of building to entrance of WCC Center for
the Arts.
Beeline Buses to the
White Plains TransCenter
The following Bee Line Buses make stops at the White Plains
TransCenter:
1W, 3, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 20, 21, 27, 40, 41, 60, 63, 77,
92, TZX, IBus, TLC, A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H
Walking from the
TransCenter to WCC Center for the Arts
Walk across the street to White Plains train station.
Go to the area behind the parking structure designated for cars
dropping people off.
Take the stairs down.
Make a left at the bottom of the stairs.
Walk through a very short, well-lit tunnel.
Go right upon exiting the tunnel.
Walk on the path (Metro North to your right, parking lot to your
left).
You will see the
Westchester
County Center ahead and
to your left.
Walk through the main
Westchester
County Center parking
lot.
At the traffic light, cross the street to the
Westchester
County Center.
Follow ramp on right side of building to entrance of WCC Center for
the Arts.
Personalized directions, click
here.
Peekskill
The Center for the Digital Arts in Peekskill is located at 27 North Division
Street in Peekskill.
From the Taconic State Parkway North,
exit Rt. 6 West to downtown Peekskill.
From the Taconic State Parkway South,
exit Rt. 202 and 35 West to downtown Peekskill.
From Rt. 9, exit Rt 6, 35, 202 East up
hill to downtown Peekskill.
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Problems/Questions/Comments about
registration can be directed to Abre Chen at
abre.chen@sunywcc.edu
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Mail Registration
Tuition & Fees
Resident Tuition
Certificate of Residence
Financial Aid
Refunds
Certificate of Applied Art
Grades & Transcripts
Immunization
Travel Directions
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