Let your creativity soar with an education from The Art Institutes, a leading system of creative and applied arts schools offering Design, Media Arts, Fashion, and Culinary Arts courses.
There are over 40 Art Institutes system of schools in major cities throughout North America, with more than 160,000 graduates and growing!
Full list of The Art Institutes schools locations.
The Art Institutes system of schools award master's, bachelor's, and associate's degrees, and also offers non-degree programs in disciplines from Graphic Design and Culinary Arts to Digital Filmmaking and Fashion Marketing. Full list of The Art Institutes programs.*
Our curriculum is reviewed by industry leaders and prominent employers who tell us what skills are needed in the workplace. This means that your education is relevant, practical, and hands-on.
Fill out the form on this page now for more information from The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
*Programs vary by location
Design
Designers live and breathe in the aesthetic and functional realm. Their discerning eyes notice type treatments on commercials and movie credits. A great-looking chair makes them green with envy.
If you are a kindred soul to this kind of thinking, welcome to the world of Design at The Art Institutes. We know you. You create the interesting visuals that make all the difference in the world.
The Art Institutes system of schools have a variety of design programs and specializations including Graphic Design, Interior Design, Industrial Design, Advertising Design, and more.* A degree in Graphic Design or one of our other programs can start you on the path to a great career in Design!
In a Design program at one of The Art Institutes schools, you'll get an education taught by faculty who act like clients - and mentors. You'll get the skills you need to assemble a winning portfolio, which will become your all-consuming passion as you're preparing to graduate. You'll be ready to show potential employers what you can do.
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Design programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
Full list of The Art Institutes Design Programs.
Media Arts
Technology is only as powerful as your imagination. It's up to you to think big about all of the amazing tools at your fingertips without losing sight of what makes a good story in the first place.
At The Art Institutes system of schools, you'll be able to choose from Media Arts programs in Web Design & Interactive Media, Film, Video, Photography, Advertising, Visual Effects and Motion Graphics, Computer Animation, Visual and Game Programming, and many more!*
Many of our programs in Media Arts have a strong design and drawing component in their curriculum. In all of our programs - from Digital Filmmaking to Motion Graphics to Web Design - technology and media help you to realize your vision.
In all of them, the software that sits on your shoulders plays the most inspiring role of all. With a Media Arts education from The Art Institutes, you can start preparing for a rewarding, creative career!
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Media Arts programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
Full list of The Art Institutes Media Arts Programs.
Culinary Arts
The International Culinary Schools at The Art Institutes are North America's largest network of culinary schools with over 30 locations in the US and Canada.
The International Culinary Schools at The Art Institutes offer Diploma, Associate's Degree, and Bachelor's Degree programs in Baking and Pastry, Culinary Arts, Culinary Management, Food and Beverage Management, and more!*
At an International Culinary School at The Art Institutes, you will learn the fundamental cooking and management skills essential for a career in the culinary arts. You'll be introduced to a variety of world cuisines and culinary techniques that will help you expand your skills and open opportunities for a rewarding career.
You'll also be exposed to business and management practices in the culinary and hospitality industries that will prepare you for the management and entrepreneurial aspects of making a career in this competitive business.
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Culinary Arts programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
Full list of The Art Institutes Culinary Programs.
Fashion
While we would never argue with "You are what you eat" we could also make a very good case for "You are what you wear."
Fashion designers, marketers, and merchandisers are the creators of everyday art as we wrap ourselves in their vision. Remember that the fashion industry is more than creativity and passion — it's also extremely competitive. That's why our Fashion programs focus on the creative and business aspects of this fast-paced industry.
At The Art Institutes systems of schools you can choose from Fashion programs in Fashion Design, Accessory Design, Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Marketing, Retail Management, and more.
What will your impact be in fashion? Where will your designs, inspiration, and business acumen take you? A Fashion Design degree or other Fashion-focused program from one of The Art Institutes schools can help you get started on your path!
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Fashion programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
Full list of The Art Institutes Fashion Programs.
Earn Your Graphic Design Degree at The Art Institutes!
A Graphic Design degree from one of The Art Institutes schools can prepare you for a career in advertising, computer graphics, corporate branding, public relations, or many other areas of Design.
Career opportunities exist at design agencies, advertising agencies, or corporate creative departments. Some of our graduates choose to branch out and work freelance in the world of Graphic Design.
In a Graphic Design degree program you'll learn the fundamentals including design, typography, and color theory.
You'll use industry-utilized software and tools to create everything from posters and packaging to logos and websites.
The Art Institutes schools offer many Graphic Design study options including Design Management, Digital Print Production, Illustration, and more!
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Graphic Design programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
Earn Your Culinary Arts Degree and Start Your Culinary Career!
If you are passionate about all aspects of food including taste, presentation, and cooking technique, then a Culinary Arts degree is the thing for you.
In one of our Culinary Arts programs, you'll gain experience in the kitchen while also learning fundamental culinary practices including cost control, sanitation and safety, beverage management, nutrition, and kitchen management.
In a Culinary Arts program, you'll receive chef training that will prepare you for entry-level positions in the field, and who knows... maybe you'll even open your own restaurant one day!
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Culinary Arts programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
*Not all programs and credential levels available at all locations.
Earn Your Graphic Design Degree at The Art Institutes!
A Graphic Design degree from one of The Art Institutes system of schools can prepare you for a career in advertising, computer graphics, corporate branding, public relations, or many other areas of Design.
Career opportunities exist at design agencies, advertising agencies, or corporate creative departments. Some of our graduates choose to branch out and work freelance in the world of Graphic Design.
In a Graphic Design degree program you'll learn the fundamentals including design, typography, and color theory.
You'll use industry-utilized software and tools to create everything from posters and packaging to logos and websites.
The Art Institutes schools offer many Graphic Design study options including Design Management, Digital Print Production, Illustration, and more!
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Graphic Design programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
Earn An Advertising Degree from The Art Institutes!
Advertising blends the creative and the commercial into a dynamic career.
A degree in Advertising from one of The Art Institutes system of schools will prepare you for this competitive field by covering the fundamental aspects of advertising including: art direction, copywriting, and account management.
Students in our Advertising degree programs also gain experience developing marketing products and strategies.
Students may develop a portfolio of work to show to potential employers. Our Advertising graduates are prepared to pursue entry-level jobs in a variety of advertising roles including graphic designer, copywriter, and account manager.
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Advertising programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
*Not all programs and credential levels available at all locations.
Train for A Career in Web Design & Interactive Media
Put your passion for the Web to work! In a Web Design degree program you'll learn to create dynamic interactive experiences and tools.
You'll study the fundamentals of audio, graphics, animation and text on diverse platforms including DVDs, CD-ROMs, kiosks, and the Web itself.
A Web Design degree from one of The Art Institutes system of schools prepares you for entry-level positions such as Web Designer, Web Master, Interface Designer, and Web Developer.
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Web Design & Interactive Media programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
*Not all programs available at all locations.
Earn A Degree in Game Art & Design
If you have a passion for video games, why not start a career in the growing video game industry?
A Game Design degree from one of The Art Institutes schools can give you the art and design skills to create applications for a variety of uses including business, entertainment, and education.
With a Game Design degree you'll be prepared for entry-level employment as a digital artist, animation artist, modeler, storyboard artist, FX artist, game designer, and more.
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Game Art & Design programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
*Not all programs and credential levels available at all locations
Earn Your Culinary Arts Degree and Start Your Culinary Career!
If you are passionate about all aspects of food including taste, presentation, and cooking technique, then a Culinary Arts degree is the thing for you.
In one of our Culinary Arts programs, you'll gain experience in the kitchen while also learning fundamental culinary practices including cost control, sanitation and safety, beverage management, nutrition, and kitchen management.
In a Culinary Arts program, you'll receive chef training that will prepare you for entry-level positions in the field, and who knows... maybe you'll even open your own restaurant one day!
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Culinary Arts programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
Earn Your Degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management
In our Hotel & Restaurant Management program, you'll gain the skills needed for a career in management in various areas of the hospitality industry.
Training in the Hotel & Restaurant Management program includes communication, leadership, human resources, accounting, financial management, and customer relations.
Graduates will be prepared for entry-level employment and management training positions in restaurants, hotels, spas, resorts, and other hospitality sites.
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about the Hotel & Restaurant Management program at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
*Not all programs and credential levels available at all locations
Full list of The Art Institutes Design Programs:
Advertising:
Advertising
Advertising Design
Graphic Design:
Advanced Graphic Design
Art & Design Technology, with a concentration in Graphic Design
Design & Technical Graphics
Design Management
Design Studies
Design Visualization
Digital Design
Digital Print Production
Entertainment Design
Graphic & Desktop Design
Graphic Design
Graphic Design & Foundation for Design
Illustration
Illustration & Design
Visual & Entertainment Arts
Visual Arts
Visual Communications
Industrial Design:
Industrial Design
Industrial Design Technology
Set & Exhibit Design
Interior Design:
Art & Design Technology, with a concentration in Interior Design
Drafting Technology with AutoCAD
Home Furnishings Merchandising
Interior Design
Interior Design & Foundation for Design
Interior Planning with AutoCAD
Kitchen & Bath Design
Residential Design
Residential Interiors
Residential Planning
Full list of The Art Institutes Media Arts Programs:
Animation and Special Effects:
3D Modeling for Animation & Games
Animation
Animation Art & Design
Computer Animation
Media Arts & Animation
VFX for Film & Television
Visual Effects & Motion Graphics
Audio, Visual, and Digital Media:
Art & Design Technology, with a concentration in Video Production
Audio & Media Technology
Audio Production
Broadcasting
Digital Film & Video
Digital Filmmaking & Video Production
Digital Media Production
Electronic Music
Film
Film & Digital Production
Independent Recording Arts
Professional Recording Arts
Professional Recording Arts (LIPA)
Video Production
Video Skills
Game Design and Programming:
Game Art & Design
Game Programming
Visual & Game Programming
Photography:
Commercial Photography
Digital Photography
Photographic Imaging
Photography
Web Design & Interactive Media:
Digital Arts
Web Design
Web Design & Interactive Media
Web Design & Interactive Media & Foundation for Design
Full list of The Art Institutes Culinary Programs:
Culinary Arts:
Art of Cooking
Baking & Pastry
Baking & Pastry Arts
Baking & Pastry Arts Level 1
Baking & Pastry Arts Level 2
Culinary Arts*
Culinary Arts — Baking & Pastry
Culinary Arts — Culinary Skills
Culinary Arts Level 1
Culinary Arts Level 2*
Culinary Arts with a concentration in Baking & Pastry
Culinary Arts: Skills
Professional Baking & Pastry
Professional Cooking
The Art of Cooking
Culinary Management:
Culinary Arts & Restaurant Ownership*
Culinary Arts Management
Culinary Management
Entrepreneurship & Restaurant Management
Event Planning
Food & Beverage Management
Hospitality & Restaurant Business Management*
Hospitality Management
Hotel & Restaurant Management
Restaurant & Catering Management
Wine, Spirits & Beverage Management*
*Entry into this program may be limited by drinking age requirements. Please contact school for more information.
Full list of The Art Institutes Fashion Programs:
Fashion Design:
Accessory Design
Apparel Accessory Design
Apparel Design
Art & Design Technology, with a concentration in Fashion Design
Fashion Design
Fashion Design & Merchandising
Fashion Design & Merchandising & Foundation for Design
Fashion Management:
Fashion & Retail Management
Fashion Marketing
Fashion Marketing & Management
Fashion Merchandising
Fashion Retail Management
Visual Merchandising
Full list of The Art Institutes Programs**:
DESIGN
Advertising:
Advertising
Advertising Design
Graphic Design:
Advanced Graphic Design
Art & Design Technology, with a concentration in Graphic Design
Design & Technical Graphics
Design Management
Design Studies
Design Visualization
Digital Design
Digital Print Production
Entertainment Design
Graphic & Desktop Design
Graphic Design
Graphic Design & Foundation for Design
Illustration
Illustration & Design
Visual & Entertainment Arts
Visual Arts
Visual Communications
Industrial Design:
Industrial Design
Industrial Design Technology
Set & Exhibit Design
Interior Design:
Art & Design Technology, with a concentration in Interior Design
Drafting Technology with AutoCAD
Home Furnishings Merchandising
Interior Design
Interior Design & Foundation for Design
Interior Planning with AutoCAD
Kitchen & Bath Design
Residential Design
Residential Interiors
Residential Planning
MEDIA ARTS
Animation and Special Effects:
3D Modeling for Animation & Games
Animation
Animation Art & Design
Computer Animation
Media Arts & Animation
VFX for Film & Television
Visual Effects & Motion Graphics
Audio, Visual, and Digital Media:
Art & Design Technology, with a concentration in Video Production
Audio & Media Technology
Audio Production
Broadcasting
Digital Film & Video
Digital Filmmaking & Video Production
Digital Media Production
Electronic Music
Film
Film & Digital Production
Independent Recording Arts
Professional Recording Arts
Professional Recording Arts (LIPA)
Video Production
Video Skills
Game Design and Programming:
Game Art & Design
Game Programming
Visual & Game Programming
Photography:
Commercial Photography
Digital Photography
Photographic Imaging
Photography
Web Design & Interactive Media:
Digital Arts
Web Design
Web Design & Interactive Media
Web Design & Interactive Media & Foundation for Design
CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts:
Art of Cooking
Baking & Pastry
Baking & Pastry Arts
Baking & Pastry Arts Level 1
Baking & Pastry Arts Level 2
Culinary Arts *
Culinary Arts — Baking & Pastry
Culinary Arts — Culinary Skills
Culinary Arts Level 1
Culinary Arts Level 2 *
Culinary Arts with a concentration in Baking & Pastry
Culinary Arts: Skills
Professional Baking & Pastry
Professional Cooking
The Art of Cooking
Culinary Management:
Culinary Arts & Restaurant Ownership *
Culinary Arts Management
Culinary Management
Entrepreneurship & Restaurant Management
Event Planning
Food & Beverage Management
Hospitality & Restaurant Business Management *
Hospitality Management
Hotel & Restaurant Management
Restaurant & Catering Management
Wine, Spirits & Beverage Management
FASHION
Fashion Design:
Accessory Design
Apparel Accessory Design
Apparel Design
Art & Design Technology, with a concentration in Fashion Design
Fashion Design
Fashion Design & Merchandising
Fashion Design & Merchandising & Foundation for Design
Fashion Management:
Fashion & Retail Management
Fashion Marketing
Fashion Marketing & Management
Fashion Merchandising
Fashion Retail Management
Visual Merchandising
*Entry into this program may be limited by drinking age requirements. Please contact school for more information.
**Programs vary by location
Train for A Career in Fashion Design
Students in our Fashion Design degree programs use their creative talents and unique styles to fashion a career.
You'll learn the basics of patternmaking and figure drawing and gain knowledge of key tools used in the industry.
You'll also learn the basics of Fashion Marketing, Merchandising, and Fashion Management. A Fashion Design degree will prepare you for an entry-level position as a costume designer, fashion buyer, accessory designer - or you may want to start a fashion line of your own!
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Fashion Design programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
Earn A Degree in Fashion & Retail Management
A Fashion Management degree is for students who want to combine their unique tastes with business knowledge into an interesting career.
You'll learn how to coordinate a runway show, create displays, and design showrooms. You'll learn sales strategies unique to the fashion business and key skills including buying and merchandising practices, inventory control, and cost analysis.
Career opportunities for graduates of our Fashion & Retail Management degree programs can be found in a variety of positions including retail and wholesale sales, stylists, visual merchandisers, management trainees, fashion buyers, and more.
Fill out the form on this page now for more information about Fashion & Retail Management programs at The Art Institutes, including details on tuition and financial aid (available for those who qualify).
*Not all programs and credential levels available at all locations.
Explore The Art Institutes campus near you!
Come to our National Open House on August 8, 2009.
- Discuss your goals
- Check out our facilities
- Learn more about financial aid (for students who qualify)
We look forward to meeting you!
Introducing the Evening and Weekend option at The Art Institute of Atlanta. Now students can earn some degrees during evenings and weekends, with an online and on-ground format.
Introducing the Evening and Weekend option at The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago. Now students can earn some degrees during evenings and weekends, with an online and on-ground format.
Introducing the Evening and Weekend option at The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg. Now students can earn some degrees during evenings and weekends, with an online and on-ground format.
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