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Private University
Academy of Art University
Academy of Art University in San Francisco offers hands-on training in over 120 art and design programs. The private institution welcomes students from all backgrounds with a focus on real-world projects and industry connections.
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$36,591AVG NET PRICE
37%GRAD RATE
6,320STUDENTS
University data profileIPEDS 2023
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San Francisco, CACity: Large
THE SIGNATURE
Academy of Art University Report Card
Explore university facts, programs, and campus life at a glance.
Academy of Art University is a private, four-year institution located in San Francisco, California. With a total enrollment of approximately 6,320 students, the school emphasizes practical skills through its extensive studio facilities and industry-tested curriculum. The campus provides access to professional tools such as sound stages, camera rooms, and specialized labs for fashion and interior design.
Academics at the Academy are centered on creative development across more than 120 programs in art and design. Students engage with faculty who work in the field and complete projects that mirror real industry demands. The university offers pathways from entry-level classes to graduate degrees, including Associate of Applied Sciences degrees for those seeking skilled careers quickly.
The surrounding area of San Francisco provides a vibrant backdrop for creative exploration. The institution serves a diverse student body from all 50 states and over 100 countries, fostering an inclusive environment where students can build portfolios that speak for themselves.
AT A GLANCE
TypePrivateFour or more years
Founded—
SettingCity: Large
Calendarsemester
Religious affiliationNone reported
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GETTING IN
Admissions
The Academy of Art University does not require test scores, grades, or portfolios for admission, focusing instead on a student's decision to pursue their creative goals.
SAT RANGE (MID 50%)
SAT range is not reported.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Not reportedUndergraduate application fee $50.
WHAT IT COSTS
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker price tells you little — net price after aid is what most families actually pay.
Source: IPEDS 2023
IN-STATE TUITION & FEES
$28,024/yr
Out-of-state: $28,024/yr.
Net price by income band
$0–$30,000
$30,001–$48,000
$48,001–$75,000
$75,001–$110,000
$110,001+
AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID
$36,591/yr
▲ 12% since 2020-2158% receive aid
Average aid package $12,101.
IN THE CLASSROOM
Academics
Academy of Art University offers over 120 programs in art and design, including STEM-designated tracks for animation and interior architecture. The curriculum emphasizes real-world projects and collaboration with industry professionals to build strong portfolios.
Source: IPEDS 2023
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
6-year graduation rate
37%
▲ 0 pts since 2016
First-year retention
67%
Compared with the 89% public-university median.
Undergrad majors
35
Undergraduate majors and programs
MOST POPULAR FIELDS OF STUDY
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects.13.2%
Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation.9.1%
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General.6.3%
Computer Graphics.5.7%
Illustration.5.7%
Fashion/Apparel Design.5.6%
CAMPUS LIFE
Campus & Housing
Campus housing shows how many students live on-campus — which means nearby housing can be essential to the college experience.
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On-campus beds
1,488
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Students needing off-campus housing
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Setting
City: Large
IN CONTEXT
Academy of Art University vs. peer institutions
How Academy of Art University compares with officially identified or editorially reviewed peer institutions.
Academy of Art University
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AFTER GRADUATION
Student outcomes
What graduates earn and how reliably they land work — the bottom-line return on the degree.
Source: College Scorecard 2025
Median earnings · 10 yrs after entry
$39,008
Compared with earnings for graduates of similar universities.
Working after 10 yrs
74.5%
Share of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.
Earning more than a high-school graduate
60.5%
60.5% of students out-earn the typical high-school graduate — a core measure of mobility.
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