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As a practice-based art school, we believe in a disciplined approach that encourages students to develop their own styles, to blend talent, technical skills, creative aspirations and professional knowledge.

COMPANIES THAT HAVE HIRED OUR GRADUATES

Our Alumni

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Andy Wood

BFA Animation & Visual Effects

Project Manager,

Unity Technologies

As soon as I walked into the studio I knew what to do. I love producing content and telling the stories, and I learned how to do that at the Academy.

School of Animation & Visual Effects

Samantha Buckley

B.Arch Architecture

Associate,

Gensler

My classmates and I have felt that our education has proven to be invaluable as we step into the profession. The program prepared us for a seamless transition between my education and career. I am so thankful for the support from my faculty in and outside the classroom.

School of Architecture

Alyssa Watson

BFA Fashion Design

Assistant Designer,

Adidas Innovation Team

I met a senior design recruiter from Adidas after my first Academy of Art University runway show in San Francisco. A year later, he got back in contact and I forwarded him my latest portfolio. Within a couple of days I was offered a six-month internship at the North American headquarters in Portland.

School of Fashion

Fei F. Ou

BFA Game Design

Freelance Illustrator,

Fantasy Flight Games

What really drew me in was the work of the student body. When I saw what students get to do here, I knew that this was the place for me—that the energy here would be electric.

School of Game Development

Kristina Varaksina

MFA, Photography

Independent Contractor

Studying at the Academy has been a life changing experience to me. I’ve established myself as an artist. I’ve opened my mind to a lot of great new things, from the amazing work of different photographers to the way I approach my photo shoots and interact with people.

School of Photography

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Real-World Partnerships

Designing Subaru

The Academy experience is packed with opportunities to work and network with industry partners. This semester, teams from the Schools of Industrial Design, Interior Architecture & Design, Advertising, and Fashion work together with automobile manufacturer Subaru to create holistic experiences and products—from concept to pitch.

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Online Learning

Our revolutionary online art degree courses provide the same rigorous education that we offer on campus with greater flexibility. Study on your own time, at your own pace. Combine online and on-site classes.

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Financial Aid

Completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the first step in a student being considered for federal and state education aid programs.

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San Francisco Is Your Campus

Discover life at the Academy and find your artistic home in SF. Get involved in campus culture, connect with others, and find support to help you succeed.