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School of Visual Arts
School of Visual Arts
NEW YORK, NY . 4 Year 3.8
#2132 in Best Colleges in America
209 E 23RD ST NEW YORK, NY 10010

Overview

The School of Visual Arts (SVA) is a renowned private art and design college located in New York City, offering an innovative and dynamic educational experience for students pursuing careers in the arts. Founded in 1947, SVA provides a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as graphic design, animation, fine arts, illustration, photography, and fashion design. Known for its creative environment and industry connections, the school fosters artistic development through hands-on training, rigorous academics, and exposure to real-world projects. Small class sizes and mentorship from experienced faculty ensure that students receive personalized attention and guidance. SVA's location in the heart of New York City offers students unparalleled access to art galleries, professional networks, and cultural experiences. The school emphasizes the importance of both technical skills and conceptual thinking, preparing graduates to become influential artists, designers, and leaders in their respective fields.


Rankings

  • 21

    #21 in Best Colleges for Design in America

  • 2

    #2 1 in Best Colleges for Design in America

  • 29

    #29 in Best College Locations in America

  • Best Colleges for Design in America 21 of 438
  • Best College Locations in America 29 of 1,527
  • Best Colleges for Film and Photography in America 51 of 285

Academics

  • BAcademics
  • D Value
  • ADiversity
  • CCampus
  • AAthletics
  • B Party Scene
  • C+Professors
  • A+Location
  • C Dorms
  • ACampus Food
  • A Student Life
  • A Safety

Majors

  • Web Page and Digital Design
    179 Graduates
  • Illustration
    166 Graduates
  • Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects
    87 Graduates
  • Photography
    78 Graduates
  • Computer Graphics
    75 Graduates
  • Cinematography and Video Production
    58 Graduates
  • Studio Arts
    45 Graduates
  • Interior Design
    20 Graduates
  • Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
    18 Graduates
  • Art History
    7 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 71%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $50
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    1140-1380
  • ACT Range
    22-30
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $16,551
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    67%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    74%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    88%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    3,455 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    74
  • Undergrads Over 25
    5%
  • Pell Grant
    17%
  • 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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