Academy of Art University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Academy of Art University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: for-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Academy of Art University is a small private university located on an urban campus in San Francisco, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,191, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 100%. The university offers 35 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 40%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for students are $27,024.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcriptRequired
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
7k
Students enrolled
89%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
26%
Unknown
12%
Black
11%
Hispanic
17%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
20%
Asian
7%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
38% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
104
Total Online Enrollment
5,636
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.89% online, 11% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
3% On-campus
97% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate96% online
Bachelor's97% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's97% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $27,024 | $27,024 |
| Graduate | $30,696 | $30,696 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $938 |
| On-campus room and board | $23,746 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,871 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $19,431 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,428 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,609 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $54,579 | $54,579 |
| Off-campus without family | $51,821 | $51,821 |
| Off-campus with family | $31,571 | $31,571 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
38%
State Grant Aid
9%
Institution Grant Aid
46%
Pell Grant
38%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$31k
Average student debtafter graduation
$33k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 8 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 9 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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