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American Academy of Art
American Academy of Art
CHICAGO, IL . 4 Year 3.5
#2925 in Best Colleges in America
332 S MICHIGAN AVE CHICAGO, IL 60604

Overview

The American Academy of Art, located in Chicago, Illinois, is a premier institution dedicated to providing high-quality education in the arts. Offering bachelor’s and certificate programs, the school focuses on fostering creativity and technical skills in fields such as fine arts, graphic design, illustration, and photography. The academy emphasizes a hands-on approach to learning, allowing students to develop their portfolios and gain real-world experience. With experienced faculty, modern facilities, and a supportive community, the American Academy of Art prepares students for successful careers in the arts, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary for professional success in the creative industry.

Rankings

  • 123

    #123 in Best Colleges for Art in America

  • 1

    #1 23 in Best Colleges for Art in America

  • 146

    #146 in Best Colleges for Design in America

  • Best Colleges for Art in America 123 of 736
  • Best Colleges for Design in America 146 of 438

Academics

  • C+Academics
  • C Value
  • B+Diversity
  • ACampus
  • AAthletics
  • AParty Scene
  • CProfessors
  • A+Location
  • ADorms
  • ACampus Food
  • B+Student Life
  • A Safety

Majors

  • Illustration
    13 Graduates
  • Painting
    7 Graduates
  • Commercial and Advertising Art
    6 Graduates
  • Graphic Design
    6 Graduates
  • Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects
    1 Graduate
  • Photography
    1 Graduate
  • Drawing
    0 Graduates
  • Web Page and Digital Design
    0 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 100%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    $0
  • ACT Range
    Neither required nor recommended
  • SAT/ACT
  • High School GPA
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $19,206
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    93%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    57%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    87%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    112 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    33
  • Undergrads Over 25
    12%
  • Pell Grant
    41%
  • Varsity Athletes

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    6:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    No data available  
  • Athletic Division
    No data available  

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