100%

Acceptance Rate

$10,098

Avg.Financial Aid

007531

FAFSA Code

Academy of Art University

  • Type Control of Institution - Public/Private

    Private, For-Profit

  • Acceptance Rate:

    N/A

  • Level

    4 Years

  • Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.

    Not applicable

  • Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.

    WASC

  • Website

    www.academyart.edu
  • Student Population Number of Students attending College

    10,616

  • On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?

    Yes

Academy of Art University was founded in 1929 and is a private for-profit institution located in San Francisco, California. The academy is the largest university for art and design in the nation. The university has been offering online art programs since 2002. The online courses offered at the university are a benchmark in education.

Many famous photographers, artists, and architects are the alumni of this university and hold respectable positions in the world of art. 

  • For reducing the heavy financial burden, students are provided financial assistance through many forms.

  • The student-faculty ratio is 14:1. 

  • The graduation rate of the university is 40%.

Online Education at Academy of Art University

It has been over 16 years since the Academy began online educational programs. The university has created their own online tools for the students.

  • The online programs are similar to the on-campus courses. Students are given the same benefits as the traditional students. Online students have the liberty to study at their own time.

  • Educational resources that are offered to the students are made by experts exclusively for the university. These resources include lecture contents in the forms of videos, written content, audio and slideshows that are interactive and include practical work.

  • Students are provided with online facilities such as the online library, communities, career development, online music library, online learning class discussion tutorials, and other academic support for the students.

  • Online Student Academic Support (OSAS) is an online branch that provides educational resources to online students specifically.

For more info on Tuition and Fees


Reviews

The rankings and reviews of the university are as follows

  • The students are given real opportunity in the world of art.

  • The instructors are helpful and excellent.

  • The Art Career Project ranked the university No.3 among the "Best Online Programs' in the nation for art.

Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Fax:

N/A

Address

79 New Montgomery

Rankings

To tackle the tough decision of choosing the right university, the ranking of a particular university helps the student in clearing their doubts regarding where they want to apply. It is said that the more information that a prospective student has about a university, the better it is. The ranking of a university helps a student overcome the confusion of which university/college is right for them and also other prospects. Before taking admission, a student can assess the university chosen by them on various grounds like research excellence, the performance of its students after graduation, and their experience, among others. Notably, for the rankings, the two publications, US News and Forbes, are trusted everywhere. However, it should be noted that Academy of Art University does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest ranking of these two publications.

Admissions

  • Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.

    14th Sep

  • Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.

    100%

  • SAT Range

    N/A

  • SAT/ACT

    Neither required nor recommended

  • ACT Range

    N/A

  • High School GPA

    Recommended

  • Application Fee

    $50

  • Accept Common App

    No

Academy of Art University Admission ProcessAdmission process

Academy of Art University’s admission process is simple and easy to make sure the students can easily apply for the courses and pursue their education career.

Admission process for Undergraduate Program

The following are the documents to be submitted for proof of high school completion

  • Copy of High School Transcript or GED
  • High School Diploma with graduation date
  • Copy of completed Bachelor’s degree transcript
  • California High School Proficiency Exam letter
  • Home School Program Certification form which should be signed and along with the transcripts

The application fee for is $50 and the students can make the payment by check or money order which should be payable to “Academy of Art University” or through Visa, Master Card, and Discover credit cards and once application fee is paid the university will not refund the amount.

Candidates to submit the completed application form. Candidates can also have an art portfolio which helps in the admission process. Candidates, if attended any other universities or learning institutions, should have the official transcripts.


Admission process for Graduate Program

The following are the documents to be submitted during the admission process for graduate degrees

  • Transcripts from candidate’s undergraduate college/ University which shows completion of degree
  • Statement of Intent: Candidate should write a one-page essay which explains candidate’s personal goals for graduate school or an essay related to the topic given by the department
  • Resume: Candidates have to demonstrate educational and professional experience
  • Portfolio/ Demo reel: Candidate should provide a portfolio describing the discipline chosen by the candidate

The application fee for is $50 and the students can make the payment by check or money order which should be payable to “Academy of Art University” or through Visa, Master Card, and Discover credit cards and once application fee is paid the university will not refund the amount. Candidates to submit the completed application form.


Admission process for Military Personals 

The following are the documents to be submitted during the admission process through military

  • Copy of High School transcript or GED
  • Copy of a Bachelor’s degree transcript which is completed
  • Home School Program Certificate form which is signed and along with it transcripts
  • California High School Proficiency Exam letter

For the men and women in the military who is serving in the US Armed Forces, can be active duty or as a reservist, then the university has waived the application fee. Candidates should submit the completed application form. Candidates can also have an art portfolio which helps in the admission process. Candidates, if attended any other universities or learning institutions, should have the official transcripts.


Technical Requirements for Online Education

Supported Internet Browsers

Candidates should have any one of the following internet browsers to be able to participate in online classes. Candidate’s computer should either have Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and Safari along with this the JavaScript should be enabled. Candidates should also click on “Allow Flash” in the browser.

Minimum System requirements

Candidates have to meet the following system requirements to participate in online classes

  • Operating System MAC OS X 10.9 or higher with a processor of Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i7, or Xeon processor or faster and the memory around 4 GB of RAM minimum, 8 GB or more is recommended.
  • Operating System Windows 8 or later with a processor of 1.33 GHz or faster with 64 – bit processor and the memory around 4GB of RAM minimum, 8 GB or more is recommended
  • The online course content is available on the mobile device. The University recommends the students to install Academy of Art Classes app. The app is available for both iOS (Apple) and Android. University
  • Video Card with Super VGA 1024x768 with 64k color or with 64mb VRAM or higher resolution video adapter and monitor.

Other System Requirements

Candidates should be ready with the following requirements as well to participate in online classes

  • Access to the Internet: The Download speed should be at least 1.5MBps or cable internet is highly recommended
  • Email Account: Candidates after registration will get a free email account.
  • Camera and microphone: External webcams and hands-free microphone are highly recommended for the courses
  • Adobe Creative Cloud: After the students have enrolled for the classes, students get a free access to Adobe Creative Cloud and software which includes Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and other programs.
  • Anti-Virus Software: In order to download files from the internet and exchanging files, an anti-virus software will protect the computer. Some of the anti-virus software like Symantec, McAfee, Avast, and Malware bytes
  • Word processor, Spreadsheet, and presentation software: Few classes require for presentation, the creation of documents so all the enrolled students will get free Microsoft Office 365 software.

Annual Cost to Attend

  • Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.

    $29,887

  • Average Annual Cost

    $25,424

Additional Costs:

  • Books And Supplies

    $1,126

  • Other Fees

    $300

  • Room And Board The charges for an academic year for ooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.

    $19,486

  • Budget For Other Expenses

    $3,186

Total One Year Cost

$49,222

Full-time undergraduate students at Academy of Art University were charged $21,252 in tuition and fees in the 2018 - 2019 school year, prior to modifications for financial aid. $20,952 was the price of tuition. $300 was the cost of fees. 

There continues to be a rise of 3.0% in Academy of Art University tuition and fees for out-of-state students in the past five years. Tuition grew by 3.1% and fees grew by 0.0%. This school year, undergrads can expect to pay $21,898 based on current estimates.

Because of price growth, the total expense of a four-year Academy of Art University degree would be $91,668, and the total price of a two-year degree would be $44,462, which doesn't include extra charges such as books, transportation, and room and board.

Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Master's degree

Student:Faculty Ratio

14:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

78%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

40%

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

N/A

Faculty Overview

59%

Male Professors

41%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Most Popular Majors:

  • Computer Software and Media Applica...

    267 Graduates

  • Design and Applied Arts

    244 Graduates

  • Film/Video and Photographic Arts

    204 Graduates

  • Drafting/Design Engineering Technol...

    172 Graduates

  • Graphic Communications

    136 Graduates

  • Fine and Studio Arts

    59 Graduates

  • Visual and Performing Arts, General

    45 Graduates

  • Music

    35 Graduates

  • Graphic Communications

    136 Graduates

  • Fine and Studio Arts

    59 Graduates

  • Visual and Performing Arts, General

    45 Graduates

  • Music

    35 Graduates

  • Specialized Sales, Merchandising an...

    35 Graduates

  • Radio, Television, and Digital Comm...

    32 Graduates

  • Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

    28 Graduates

  • Apparel and Textiles

    23 Graduates

  • Journalism

    9 Graduates

  • Educational/Instructional Media Des...

    7 Graduates

  • Landscape Architecture

    6 Graduates

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Student Body

Undergraduate Students

7,805

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

36%

Full-time / Part-time

58% / 42%

Students Gender

Male

44%

US National: 44%

Female

56%

US National: 56%

Race/Ethnicity

White

17%

Unknown

28%

Black

6%

Hispanic

11%

Two or more races

3%

Non Resident alien

28%

Asian

6%

American Indian/Alaska native

0%

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

1%

Geographic Density

Geographic Density

High

0%

Unknown Location

42%

Out Of State

35%

In State

23%

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$74,015 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and 36% of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

No

Freshmen Live on Campus

36%

Undergrads in College Housing

N/A

Averege Housing Cost

$10,996/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $5,652/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$5,652/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

N/A

School Colors

N/A

Varsity Athletics Association

N/A

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

N/A

Total Male Athletes

N/A

Total Female Athletes

N/A

Intramural Sports

N/A

Sports Club

N/A

Campus Security

The university offers on-campus housing facilities to the students who wish to stay on the campus. At AAU, $17,510 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. Academy of Art University has several dining and meal plan options for its students and the average meal plan at AAU costs around $5,652 per year. The university has enrolled around 43% male and 57% female students.

24-Hour Security Patrol

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$26,900/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$38,600/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$27,875 - $47,188

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$289 - $490

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

53%

Average Aid Per Year

$10,098

Students Receiving Federal Grants

34%

Average Aid Per Year

$5,487

Students Receiving State Aid

12%

Average Aid Per Year

$5,211

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

34%

Average Aid Per Year

$8,286

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$9,896

$30K - $48K

$8,597

$48K - $75K

$5,196

$75K - $110K

$4,049

> $110K

$5,141

To relieve the students from heavy financial burdens, the university provides financial assistance to those students who are eligible.

In order to receive these financial aids, the students must complete their FAFSA form. The Academy of Art University Federal School Code is 007531.

Federal Aid awarded include Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, Federal Work-Study Program, Direct Stafford Loans, Direct Parent PLUS Loans.

The college also provides Institutional Aid such as Summer Portfolio Grant, MFA/MA Summer Scholarship, Spring Forward Scholarship.

Military Aid such as Academy of Art Military Scholarship, Yellow Ribbon Program, GI Bill, Tuition Assistance is awarded.

State Aid includes Califonia Grant.

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