Academy of Art University

Academy of Art University is a private and accredited institution of higher education, offering professional art and design education at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Located in San Francisco, one of the world’s most artistic and cultural centers, the Academy prepares students for a career in art and design in a creative environment that is both challenging and supportive. Using state-of-the-art facilities, the Academy keeps its students on the cutting edge of technology.

Academy of Art University offers accredited degrees in Advertising, Animation and Visual Effects, Architecture (MFA and M. Arch. – on campus only), Computer Arts: New Media, Digital Art and Communications (BFA only), Fashion, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, Industrial Design, Interior Architecture and Design, Multimedia Communications, Motion Pictures and Television and Photography. Academy of Art University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), NASAD, Council for Interior Design Accreditation (Formerly FIDER) (BFA-IAD) and NAAB (M-ARCH).

The Academy accepts transfer students as well as new students with all levels of experience. At the Academy of Art University, students learn from a faculty of working industry professionals from top art and design companies. After graduation, students embark on their own successful careers with help from the Academy’s excellent job placement resources and high professional and industry-oriented standards. The Academy offers a rich curriculum, constantly evolving to meet the latest industry standards through internships, alumni connections and collaborative projects with renowned companies.

Academy of Art University is located in the heart of downtown San Francisco. San Francisco is an eclectic, artistic city and the urban campus inspires students with its unique blend of architecture, cultural diversity, technology and topography. With over 30 buildings located throughout the city from Fisherman’s Wharf to Nob Hill, the Academy’s ample shuttle system easily transports students to any location. The Academy’s close proximity to significant industry giants like Pixar, Industrial Light and Magic and many prominent Internet companies gives students an edge with easy to access internships and jobs. The city is the audience for students’ work at the Epidemic Film Festival, the Spring Fashion Show and the Spring Show, often launching their accomplishments into the international spotlight.

Academy of Art University (Campus)

Academy of Art University is located in the heart of downtown San Francisco. San Francisco is an eclectic, artistic city and the urban campus inspires students with its unique blend of architecture, cultural diversity, technology and topography. With over 30 buildings located throughout the city from Fisherman’s Wharf to Nob Hill, the Academy’s ample shuttle system easily transports students to any location. The Academy’s close proximity to significant industry giants like Pixar, Industrial Light and Magic and many prominent Internet companies gives students an edge with easy to access internships and jobs. The city is the audience for students’ work at the Epidemic Film Festival, the Spring Fashion Show and the Spring Show, often launching their accomplishments into the international spotlight. The Academy offers both Undergraduate and Graduate tours, focusing on the students’ specific area of interest.

SCHOOLS AND FACULTIES

• Academic Resource & ESL
• Advertising
• Animation & Visual Effects
• Architecture
• Art Education
• Athletics
• Digital Arts & Communications
• Fashion School
  • Fine Art School
  • Fine Art School – Sculpture & Jewelry Design
  • Foundations Art Program
  • Game Design
  • Graduate Art Study
  • Graphic Design School
  • Illustration School
  • Industrial Design School
  • Interior Architecture & Design School
  • Liberal Arts
  • Motion Pictures & Television School
  • Multimedia Communications
  • Music for Visual Media
  • Photography School
  • Professional Development
  • Web Design & New Media