Established in 1929, Academy of Art University is the largest private accredited art and design school in the nation. Located in San Francisco, the epicenter of culture and technology, Academy of Art University has a diverse population of more than 16,000 students from around the world. Academy of Art University believes that all students interested in studying art and design should have the opportunity to do so, and its no-barrier admissions policy makes this possible. We welcome students from all over the world for our 30 programs and various degree levels.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

Rolling Admissions

Acceptance Rate

100%

SAT Range

ACT Range

Application Fee

$50

SAT/ACT

Neither required nor recommended

High School GPA

Accepts Common App

Cost

Net Price

$35,445 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$8,628 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

73%

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Academics

Professors

B minus

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

10:1

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

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Majors

2023 Spring Show

The Academy of Art University's Annual Spring Show displays the incredible talent and collections from our Art & Design programs live. Hundreds of guests, including press, retailers, and buyers, attend this exclusive event each year. It's the perfect opportunity to experience the creativity and innovation as an AAU student. Get ready to be inspired!

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

Online Certificate Programs

Online Associates Programs

Online Bachelor's Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
37%
On Campus
9%
Online
54%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

2,882 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

3,242

Undergrads Over 25

43%

Pell Grant

34%

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Freshmen Live On-Campus

67%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$38,600 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

47%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

81%

National

83%