Academy of Art University

San Francisco, United States

Programs

169

English-taught

105

Ranking

94

AI snapshot

Academy of Art University is a partner university in San Francisco, United States. SIT Connect lists 169 active programs at Academy of Art University. Annual tuition starts from $37.9k.

Key facts at a glance
LocationSan Francisco, United States
Ranking94
Active programs169
English-taught programs105
Tuition from$37.9k per year

About Academy of Art University

Academy of Art University is an accredited art university offering more than 40+ courses in art and design. Its inception was in 1929 to introduce the first fashion illustration course by Richard S. Stephens. It is certified by National Architectural Accrediting Board, University Commission, WASC Senior College, and Council for Interior Design Accreditation. The present campus is in San Francisco, U.S. The campus is full of amenities, a studio for art practice, resource centres, classrooms with technical facilities, etc. The Academy of Art University rating is among the top art colleges in the country for its training precision, facilities, and regulatory team. Academy of Art University training module includes subjects from disciplines like fine arts, photography, graphic designing, advertisement, acting, media, etc. On-campus, online and virtual modes of training programs are available here. Besides domestic candidates, the Academy of Art University provides education to international students comprising 36% of the total strength from 115 countries. The admission process is seamless, and the selection process is standard. Academy of Art University tuition fees range from $29,005 to $30,486. The university arranges for scholarship programs, grants, and loans to support students get an education and accomplish the basic cost of living while pursuing the course. Blending creative aspirations, talent, technical skills, and professional knowledge, the Academy of Art University is effective in departing education and training. The alumni of this university are earning handsome packages from multinational companies. Top-notch companies across the world prefer hiring their students for an important position in art and design. Moreover, jobs in art and design will rise from 10% to 30% by 2024. Therefore, to meet the increasing number of students in arts, this university has expanded its resource, capacity, and training modes to meet the market demand.

Tuition at a glance

By level

Master's Degree (91)$37,908$161,559
Bachelor's Degree (54)$38,160$272,484
Diploma (24)$41,976

By language

English (105)$37,908$42,120

Ranges are computed from this university's active programs; your advisor confirms the exact fee before you apply.

Programs (169)

169 programs

Acting

Master's Degree · English · Faculty of Fine Arts

$37.9k/yr

Acting

Master's Degree · English · Faculty of Sciences

$37.9k/yr

Acting

Bachelor's Degree · English · Faculty of Fine Arts

$38.2k/yr

Acting

Master's Degree · Faculty of Sciences

$66.9k/yr

Acting

Master's Degree · Faculty of Fine Arts

$117.0k/yr

Acting

Diploma · English · Faculty of Sciences

$42.0k/yr

Acting

Bachelor's Degree · Faculty of Sciences

$201.8k/yr

Advanced Architectural Design

Master's Degree · English · Faculty of Architecture and Design

$37.9k/yr

Advanced Architectural Design - Track 2

Master's Degree · English · Faculty of Architecture and Design

$37.9k/yr

Advanced Architectural Design (Track 2) - STEM

Master's Degree · Faculty of Engineering

$111.4k/yr

Advertising

Master's Degree · English · Faculty of Communication

$37.9k/yr

Advertising

Master's Degree · Faculty of Communication

$66.9k/yr

Advertising

Diploma · English · Faculty of Communication

$42.0k/yr

Advertising

Bachelor's Degree · English · Faculty of Communication

$42.0k/yr

Advertising (STEM)

Master's Degree · Faculty of Business and Economics

$117.0k/yr

Advertising (STEM)

Bachelor's Degree · Faculty of Communication

$201.8k/yr

Advertising and Branded Media Technology

Master's Degree · English · Faculty of Communication

$37.9k/yr

AI Marketing and Design

Master's Degree · Faculty of Computer Science and IT

$66.9k/yr

Animation and Visual Effects

Master's Degree · English · Faculty of Fine Arts

$37.9k/yr

Animation and Visual Effects

Bachelor's Degree · English · Faculty of Fine Arts

$38.2k/yr

How to apply

1

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2

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3

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4

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Documents you'll need

Academic transcripts
Diploma / certificate
Valid passport
Language proficiency (if required)
Passport photo

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Campus & city

Accommodation

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Location

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San Francisco, United States

Questions, answered

How much does Academy of Art University cost?

Tuition at Academy of Art University ranges from $37.9k to $272.5k per year depending on the program. SIT network discounts are applied automatically.

Can I study in English at Academy of Art University?

Yes — Academy of Art University has 105 English-taught programs.

Where is Academy of Art University?

Academy of Art University is in San Francisco. Your local SIT team can tell you what living there is really like.

How do I apply to Academy of Art University?

Apply through SIT Connect for free: pick a program, send your documents, and the local team handles submission, follow-up and your visa.