Academy of Art University

Overview

Academy of Art University (AAU) is a private for-profit art and design school located in San Francisco, California. Established in 1929, it is recognized as the largest privately owned art and design school in the United States. The university offers a wide range of degree programs, including associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees across 75 disciplines such as fine arts, acting, animation, architecture, fashion, and game design.

AAU has a noncompetitive admission policy, welcoming students based on their potential. The university fosters a diverse environment with a significant portion of international students and a student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1, ensuring personalized attention and support. It also operates the Academy of Art University Automobile Museum and participates in New York Fashion Week, showcasing student talent. Athletic teams compete as the Urban Knights in NCAA Division II.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 800-544-2787
• Website: academyart.edu
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/academy-of-art-university

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Accredited degree programs: AA, BA, BFA, MA, MFA, MArch
• Continuing art education and precollege programs
• Art school in San Francisco with industry-standard facilities
• Industry collaboration and partnership opportunities
• Hands-on experience in animation, visual effects, and game development
• Art and design curriculum across 21 areas of study
• Art exhibitions and student showcase events
• Art portfolio and professional reel development
• Education in arts, design, architecture, fashion, film, and more
• Generative AI and real-time rendering courses
• Support for international students and diverse educational community
• Student participation in New York Fashion Week
• Operation of the Academy of Art University Automobile Museum
• Active Urban Knights athletics competing in NCAA Division II
• Art alumni network and career services

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