Academy of Art University

Academy of Art University Information

Make your dreams your reality at Academy of Art University. We can help you turn your artistic skill and passion for art into an extensive portfolio and lucrative career.

Graduates of Academy of Art University’s School of Animation have worked on award-winning films such as Ratatouille and wildly popular video games such as World of Warcraft.

Graduates of Academy of Art University’s Fine Art and Illustration programs have found success in galleries as well as commercially in national advertisements. A picture is worth a 1,000 words: our goal is to leave your future employers speechless.

• Established in 1929, the Academy is the nation’s largest private art and design university with nearly 12,000 students.
• The Academy offers AA, BA, BFA, MA, MFA and M.Arch programs in 14 areas emphasizing art and design. The Academy also provides online degree programs, continuing art education and pre-college high school programs.
• A faculty of working artists and state of the art facilities puts graduates on the cutting-edge of their industry.
• Campus housing, available for all students, is located in the exciting cosmopolitan culture of San Francisco. Financial aid is also available for those who qualify.
• Accredited member of WASC, NASAD, Council for Interior Design Accreditation (BFA – IAD), NAAB (M-ARCH).

With your portfolio in hand, you will graduate from the Academy with versatility to move between pencil and mouse. Get the right foundation to start a fun and rewarding career.