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Design What People Feel

Shape the products and experiences people touch every day. At the STEM-designated School of Interaction & UI/UX Design, you’ll master human-centered design, UX, UI, visual communication, and tech—plus the latest AI tools. Learn from pros; train in research, prototyping, and workflows; and build a portfolio that proves you can innovate. In San Francisco’s tech hub, you’ll connect with startups, studios, and industry giants—and graduate ready to launch your career.

Join us: On campus in San Francisco, online, or virtually via Zoom (select classes)

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Students & Alumni

Always Creating. Always Moving Forward.

At the Academy, creativity doesn’t pause at graduation. It accelerates. From day one, students bring bold ideas and leave with portfolios that speak louder than résumés. And when they graduate, they launch into creative careers.

This is where passion meets purpose—on campus, in studios, and on global stages.

Our alumni are out there now winning awards, leading teams, and shaping culture.

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Yu Cheng (Leo) Lin

Yu Cheng (Leo) Lin

“The Academy gives you everything a designer needs. The instructors spend time helping us improve our portfolios, and the students support each other and collaborate even after class. It’s a really great environment for growth.”

MFA UI/UX, Current Student

Viktoria Leth

Viktoria Leth

“The teachers here are so friendly and supportive. It doesn’t feel like a traditional classroom — it feels like you have a real relationship with your instructors, and they’re genuinely here to help you grow. I’ve also learned how to use AI as a creative tool to brainstorm ideas and save time, which has made my work even stronger.”

BFA UI/UX, Recently Graduated, previous design intern at Coursfy

Hrutvi Panchal

Hrutvi Panchal

“I’m proud I chose UX design at the Academy because it’s given me so much exposure and growth. The faculty share real-world experience and help you reach your goals. San Francisco itself is a design hub that constantly inspires new ideas. I’ve even developed an AI-powered travel app that started as a small idea and became something big.”

MA UI/UX, Product Designer at Remineralize the Earth

Claire Kim

Claire Kim

“The Academy helped me build the practical skills and portfolio I needed to become a UX designer. The professors truly cared about my success, and the supportive community of students and alumni made all the difference in preparing me for my career.”

MA in Web Design, UX/UI, Senior Designer at Cisco Webex

Work With The Latest Tools & Software

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    Emerging Technologies

    At the School of Interaction & UI/UX Design, we’re not just keeping up with the future—we’re building it. From new devices to evolving digital spaces, you’ll investigate, experiment, and produce work that pushes boundaries. In advanced studio courses, you’ll get hands-on with the latest tech—exploring dynamic interaction across emerging platforms.

    AI is a key factor in that future. You’ll learn how to integrate it into your process—using it as a tool to prototype faster, design smarter, and create more intuitive user experiences.

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    Computer Labs

    Our computer labs offer the latest digital workstations, software, and new media technology to support our programs.

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    Software

    At the Academy, you’ll master a full suite of design software and programming tools—building a portfolio that’s not just complete, but career-ready.