How a studio works
A Studio is a student-led community where ideas become action and learning happens through real-world experiences. Together, members tackle meaningful challenges, support one another, and grow into leaders who shape the future.
Studio Benefits
Real-world leadership experience
A community that shows up for you
The chance to turn ideas into something real
Confidence that comes from doing
Skills, support, and connections that last long into the future
World Studios OS
A full system to support you, whether you’re running a studio or taking part in one. A method to guide your learning. A platform to connect with a wider community. Experts and coaches who support you along the way.
You never learn alone
Every studio joins a single global community. From the moment you become a member, you are connected to others across borders and disciplines. Trade ideas, ask for help, and make each other’s projects better.
Here are a few independent, student-led studios around the world (previously DFA).
- Vanderbilt
- Yale
- Carnegie Mellon
- Johns Hopkins
- Barnard | Columbia
- Northwestern
- Notre Dame
- MIT
- UCSD
- Macaulay
- Rice
- Penn State
- Oregon State
- Brown | RISD
