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Academy of Art Alum, Instructor Depict Paradise Fire in Virtual Reality

Academy of Art University alumnus Berti Benbanaste and former instructor Kevin Kunze have teamed up to create Silence in Paradise, an interactive experience portraying 2018’s Camp Fire in California. This collaboration aims to show that the destruction could have been limited or even prevented.

Nicolas Villarreal: A Creative Visionary

As a nexus of creative disciplines and experiences, Academy of Art University has long been an institution about which Nicolás Villarreal MFA ’02, an alumnus-turned-executive director of the School of Visual Development, has been passionate. Find out about his path toward professional success.

Requirements for Campus Housing - Pre-College Housing

Housing is guaranteed for all full-time Pre-College Summer Art Experience students. The student and professional staff are specially trained to aid and support you as take classes in the Pre-College Art Experience.

Textile Design (MFA)

On the Job: Inside Facebook

In just 12 fast-paced years, Facebook has transformed how people around the world communicate, socialize, play and increasingly how they learn and shop. More than 1.5 billion active users. Perennially listed as one of the best places to work—something School of Graphic Design alumni employed there know.

How To Apply

Learn how to apply to Academy of Art University. Whether you're an undergrad, transfer student, graduate student, pre-college, homeschooled, or you just want to take some art classes for personal enrichment, we are here to help you to apply to the Academy.

Graduate Education

For those pursuing an advanced degree, the Academy offers a challenging and rigorous graduate education that refines and enhances your skillset.

Music Scoring & Composition (MA)

Sound Design Students Partner up with Pro Sound Effects For Professional Experience

School of Music Production and Sound Design students collaborate with Pro Sound Effects to help them learn and work in a real-world setting.

Art U Halftime Report: April 16-30

Senior Day sweeps, record-breakers, and a historic championship are just some of the things Art U athletes accomplished in the latter half of April.

Academy of Art University Tops Best Online Art History Masters

Academy of Art University, a top rated art school in San Francisco, is ranked as one of the Best Online Masters in Art History in the United States for 2019 by the higher education research organization OnlineMasters.com.

Job Opportunities

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