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Master of Fine Arts in Advertising


Our instructors guide students through design, copywriting and account planning. They help them build an inspiring portfolio of work to capture the job of their dreams.

  • Grad Jason Sperling helped develop the well-known Mac vs. PC ads starring John Hodgman and Justin Long.
  • Graduates are hired by top companies including: ABC Creative Group, Goodby, Ogilvy One and Yahoo.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Advertising


Our instructors guide students through design, copywriting and account planning. They help them build an inspiring portfolio of work to capture the job of their dreams.

  • Grad Jason Sperling helped develop the well-known Mac vs. PC ads starring John Hodgman and Justin Long.
  • Graduates are hired by top companies including: ABC Creative Group, Goodby, Ogilvy One and Yahoo.
Associate's in Advertising


Our instructors guide students through design, copywriting and account planning. They help them build an inspiring portfolio of work to capture the job of their dreams.

  • Grad Jason Sperling helped develop the well-known Mac vs. PC ads starring John Hodgman and Justin Long.
  • Graduates are hired by top companies including: ABC Creative Group, Goodby, Ogilvy One and Yahoo.
Certificate in Advertising


Our instructors guide students through design, copywriting and account planning. They help them build an inspiring portfolio of work to capture the job of their dreams.

  • Grad Jason Sperling helped develop the well-known Mac vs. PC ads starring John Hodgman and Justin Long.
  • Graduates are hired by top companies including: ABC Creative Group, Goodby, Ogilvy One and Yahoo.
Master of Fine Arts in Animation and Visual Effects


Blending precise technique with digital expertise, our instructors encourage creative experimentation while teaching the fundamentals of drawing, 3D modeling and character animation. Students graduate with a jaw-dropping demo reel.

  • Alum Greg Towner worked on Peter Jackson’s King Kong and Pirates of the Caribbean II through Industrial Light and Magic.
  • Graduates are hired by top companies including: Disney, Jim Henson, LucasArts, Pixar and Sony Picture Imageworks.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation and Visual Effects


Blending precise technique with digital expertise, our instructors encourage creative experimentation while teaching the fundamentals of drawing, 3D modeling and character animation. Students graduate with a jaw-dropping demo reel.

  • Alum Greg Towner worked on Peter Jackson’s King Kong and Pirates of the Caribbean II through Industrial Light and Magic.
  • Graduates are hired by top companies including: Disney, Jim Henson, LucasArts, Pixar and Sony Picture Imageworks.
Associate's in Animation and Visual Effects


Blending precise technique with digital expertise, our instructors encourage creative experimentation while teaching the fundamentals of drawing, 3D modeling and character animation. Students graduate with a jaw-dropping demo reel.

  • Alum Greg Towner worked on Peter Jackson’s King Kong and Pirates of the Caribbean II through Industrial Light and Magic.
  • Graduates are hired by top companies including: Disney, Jim Henson, LucasArts, Pixar and Sony Picture Imageworks.
Certificate in Animation and Visual Effects


Blending precise technique with digital expertise, our instructors encourage creative experimentation while teaching the fundamentals of drawing, 3D modeling and character animation. Students graduate with a jaw-dropping demo reel.

  • Alum Greg Towner worked on Peter Jackson’s King Kong and Pirates of the Caribbean II through Industrial Light and Magic.
  • Graduates are hired by top companies including: Disney, Jim Henson, LucasArts, Pixar and Sony Picture Imageworks.
Master of Architecture


Exploring residential, commercial and green architecture, our program prepares graduates to build a name in the industry that will be recognized for generations to come.

* Chris Hunter was honored with the Dean’s Choice Award on his entry for the Mel Ferris Scholarship.
* Graduates are hired by top companies including: Gensler, KD Architects, Apple, Otak and Shatara Architecture.

Master of Arts Education


A degree in Art Education offers the most comprehensive and versatile education in the visual arts by:

* Refining perceptual, problem solving and aesthetic valuing skills.
* Connecting communication and visual literacy skills.
* Expanding cultural and historical perspective.
* Extending and applying the visual arts across other disciplines and real world experience.

Through the Art Education curriculum students learn to reflect on their learning process and apply these insights to future teaching in a variety of venues. Students will graduate with a Visual Arts Portfolio and a Presentation Journal of Reflective Practice and Lesson Plans.

Master of Fine Arts in Computer Arts


Giving students comprehensive knowledge in print, web and motion graphic design, our program makes them the go-to computer art authority. Knowing it all has never been more important or more profitable.

  • The school won the prestigious SIGGRAPH International Student Interactive Media Competition three years in a row.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: CNN.com, CNET, Red Envelope and Creative Habitat.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Arts


Giving students comprehensive knowledge in print, web and motion graphic design, our program makes them the go-to computer art authority. Knowing it all has never been more important or more profitable.

  • The school won the prestigious SIGGRAPH International Student Interactive Media Competition three years in a row.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: CNN.com, CNET, Red Envelope and Creative Habitat.
Associate's in Computer Arts


Giving students comprehensive knowledge in print, web and motion graphic design, our program makes them the go-to computer art authority. Knowing it all has never been more important or more profitable.

  • The school won the prestigious SIGGRAPH International Student Interactive Media Competition three years in a row.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: CNN.com, CNET, Red Envelope and Creative Habitat.
Master of Fine Arts in Fashion


Students develop their personal style with courses in design, merchandising, textiles and knitwear. They have the exclusive opportunity to show at New York’s Fashion Week before graduating. After graduation, students are prepared to become the hottest designers and merchandisers in the world.

  • Three students won Council of Fashion Designers of America scholarships in 2008.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Alexander McQueen, Zac Posen, Escada and Pottery Barn.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion


Students develop their personal style with courses in design, merchandising, textiles and knitwear. They have the exclusive opportunity to show at New York’s Fashion Week before graduating. After graduation, students are prepared to become the hottest designers and merchandisers in the world.

  • Three students won Council of Fashion Designers of America scholarships in 2008.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Alexander McQueen, Zac Posen, Escada and Pottery Barn.
Associate's in Fashion


Students develop their personal style with courses in design, merchandising, textiles and knitwear. They have the exclusive opportunity to show at New York’s Fashion Week before graduating. After graduation, students are prepared to become the hottest designers and merchandisers in the world.

  • Three students won Council of Fashion Designers of America scholarships in 2008.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Alexander McQueen, Zac Posen, Escada and Pottery Barn.
Certificate in Fashion


Students develop their personal style with courses in design, merchandising, textiles and knitwear. They have the exclusive opportunity to show at New York’s Fashion Week before graduating. After graduation, students are prepared to become the hottest designers and merchandisers in the world.

  • Three students won Council of Fashion Designers of America scholarships in 2008.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Alexander McQueen, Zac Posen, Escada and Pottery Barn.
Master of Fine Arts in Fine Art


At the School of Fine Art, students master the classical tradition, then are encouraged to let their imaginations take flight. Career artists help perfect techniques in painting, sculpture, jewelry making and print making while imparting the business savvy necessary to make a living. Graduates leave with a portfolio that has collectors and galleries clamoring for their work.

  • Two graduates were recently featured at the renowned DeYoung Museum.
  • Graduates are hired at top galleries and universities including: UC Berkeley, Wendt Gallery and Willen Racke Studio.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fine Art


At the School of Fine Art, students master the classical tradition, then are encouraged to let their imaginations take flight. Career artists help perfect techniques in painting, sculpture, jewelry making and print making while imparting the business savvy necessary to make a living. Graduates leave with a portfolio that has collectors and galleries clamoring for their work.

  • Two graduates were recently featured at the renowned DeYoung Museum.
  • Graduates are hired at top galleries and universities including: UC Berkeley, Wendt Gallery and Willen Racke Studio.
Associate's in Fine Art


At the School of Fine Art, students master the classical tradition, then are encouraged to let their imaginations take flight. Career artists help perfect techniques in painting, sculpture, jewelry making and print making while imparting the business savvy necessary to make a living. Graduates leave with a portfolio that has collectors and galleries clamoring for their work.

  • Two graduates were recently featured at the renowned DeYoung Museum.
  • Graduates are hired at top galleries and universities including: UC Berkeley, Wendt Gallery and Willen Racke Studio.
Certificate in Fine Art


At the School of Fine Art, students master the classical tradition, then are encouraged to let their imaginations take flight. Career artists help perfect techniques in painting, sculpture, jewelry making and print making while imparting the business savvy necessary to make a living. Graduates leave with a portfolio that has collectors and galleries clamoring for their work.

  • Two graduates were recently featured at the renowned DeYoung Museum.
  • Graduates are hired at top galleries and universities including: UC Berkeley, Wendt Gallery and Willen Racke Studio.
Master of Fine Arts in Game Design


At the School of Game Design, you¹ll use your creativity and skills to design games that will push boundaries, delight the senses and leave the user craving more. Professional game designers will guide you through all the fundamental game art principals including game engine technology, pre-production and production environments. You will graduate with a strong portfolio that shows skill in traditional drawing and painting as well as 3D modeling.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Game Design


At the School of Game Design, you¹ll use your creativity and skills to design games that will push boundaries, delight the senses and leave the user craving more. Professional game designers will guide you through all the fundamental game art principals including game engine technology, pre-production and production environments. You will graduate with a strong portfolio that shows skill in traditional drawing and painting as well as 3D modeling.

Associate's in Game Design


At the School of Game Design, you¹ll use your creativity and skills to design games that will push boundaries, delight the senses and leave the user craving more. Professional game designers will guide you through all the fundamental game art principals including game engine technology, pre-production and production environments. You will graduate with a strong portfolio that shows skill in traditional drawing and painting as well as 3D modeling.

Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design


Our program combines conceptual thinking and technical knowledge to produce award-winning professionals. Working instructors guide students through courses in typography, print design, branding and packaging. You’ll graduate with a portfolio that has something important that goes with it, a successful career.

  • Two graduating students were hired as senior designers for Nike.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: American Greetings, Williams-Sonoma, Nike and LucasArts.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design


Our program combines conceptual thinking and technical knowledge to produce award-winning professionals. Working instructors guide students through courses in typography, print design, branding and packaging. You’ll graduate with a portfolio that has something important that goes with it, a successful career.

  • Two graduating students were hired as senior designers for Nike.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: American Greetings, Williams-Sonoma, Nike and LucasArts.
Associate's in Graphic Design


Our program combines conceptual thinking and technical knowledge to produce award-winning professionals. Working instructors guide students through courses in typography, print design, branding and packaging. You’ll graduate with a portfolio that has something important that goes with it, a successful career.

  • Two graduating students were hired as senior designers for Nike.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: American Greetings, Williams-Sonoma, Nike and LucasArts.
Certificate in Graphic Design


Our program combines conceptual thinking and technical knowledge to produce award-winning professionals. Working instructors guide students through courses in typography, print design, branding and packaging. You’ll graduate with a portfolio that has something important that goes with it, a successful career.

  • Two graduating students were hired as senior designers for Nike.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: American Greetings, Williams-Sonoma, Nike and LucasArts.
Master of Fine Arts in Illustration


School of Illustration students develop expert technique to convey creativity professionally and beyond. Focusing on the subtleties of color, expression and environment, our instructors teach students how to market themselves and develop a portfolio that leaves no dream out of reach.

  • Alum Andrea Wicklund was chosen to illustrate an H&M global ad campaign.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Pixar, Warner Bros. and DC Comics.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration


School of Illustration students develop expert technique to convey creativity professionally and beyond. Focusing on the subtleties of color, expression and environment, our instructors teach students how to market themselves and develop a portfolio that leaves no dream out of reach.

  • Alum Andrea Wicklund was chosen to illustrate an H&M global ad campaign.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Pixar, Warner Bros. and DC Comics.
Associate's in Illustration


School of Illustration students develop expert technique to convey creativity professionally and beyond. Focusing on the subtleties of color, expression and environment, our instructors teach students how to market themselves and develop a portfolio that leaves no dream out of reach.

  • Alum Andrea Wicklund was chosen to illustrate an H&M global ad campaign.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Pixar, Warner Bros. and DC Comics.
Certificate in Illustration


School of Illustration students develop expert technique to convey creativity professionally and beyond. Focusing on the subtleties of color, expression and environment, our instructors teach students how to market themselves and develop a portfolio that leaves no dream out of reach.

  • Alum Andrea Wicklund was chosen to illustrate an H&M global ad campaign.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Pixar, Warner Bros. and DC Comics.
Master of Fine Arts in Industrial Design


Blending form and function to create products of the future, our program explores industrial, transportation, toy and furniture design. Students graduate with the technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities to work for the most innovative companies in the world.

  • Graduate Luisa Ruge’s furniture design work was featured in the New York Times.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: General Motors, Hyundai, LG Electronics, Nike, Nissan and North Face.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Industrial Design


Blending form and function to create products of the future, our program explores industrial, transportation, toy and furniture design. Students graduate with the technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities to work for the most innovative companies in the world.

  • Graduate Luisa Ruge’s furniture design work was featured in the New York Times.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: General Motors, Hyundai, LG Electronics, Nike, Nissan and North Face.
Associate's in Industrial Design


Blending form and function to create products of the future, our program explores industrial, transportation, toy and furniture design. Students graduate with the technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities to work for the most innovative companies in the world.

  • Graduate Luisa Ruge’s furniture design work was featured in the New York Times.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: General Motors, Hyundai, LG Electronics, Nike, Nissan and North Face.
Certificate in Industrial Design


Blending form and function to create products of the future, our program explores industrial, transportation, toy and furniture design. Students graduate with the technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities to work for the most innovative companies in the world.

  • Graduate Luisa Ruge’s furniture design work was featured in the New York Times.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: General Motors, Hyundai, LG Electronics, Nike, Nissan and North Face.
Master of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture and Design


Our program explores interior design and architecture, ergonomics and lighting so students are prepared to improve people’s living environment from day one of their careers. Students graduate with a portfolio that shows the aesthetic and functional breadth of their abilities.

  • Students recently designed a table for Elle Décor’s Dining by Design Event in New York.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Apple, Gensler, Lucid Design, Otak and Tiga Interiors.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture and Design


Our program explores interior design and architecture, ergonomics and lighting so students are prepared to improve people’s living environment from day one of their careers. Students graduate with a portfolio that shows the aesthetic and functional breadth of their abilities.

  • Students recently designed a table for Elle Décor’s Dining by Design Event in New York.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Apple, Gensler, Lucid Design, Otak and Tiga Interiors.
Associate's in Interior Architecture and Design


Our program explores interior design and architecture, ergonomics and lighting so students are prepared to improve people’s living environment from day one of their careers. Students graduate with a portfolio that shows the aesthetic and functional breadth of their abilities.

  • Students recently designed a table for Elle Décor’s Dining by Design Event in New York.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Apple, Gensler, Lucid Design, Otak and Tiga Interiors.
Certificate in Interior Architecture and Design


Our program explores interior design and architecture, ergonomics and lighting so students are prepared to improve people’s living environment from day one of their careers. Students graduate with a portfolio that shows the aesthetic and functional breadth of their abilities.

  • Students recently designed a table for Elle Décor’s Dining by Design Event in New York.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Apple, Gensler, Lucid Design, Otak and Tiga Interiors.
Master of Fine Arts in Motion Pictures and Television


The School of Motion Pictures & Television combines theory and practice, immersing students in both from day one. Instructors guide students through the intricacies of directing, production and acting in real studios with cutting-edge equipment. Graduates leave with a dynamic demo reel that has audiences begging for more.

  • Alum Chris Milk launched a successful music video direction career, working with artists like Green Day, Gnarls Barkley and Kanye West.
  • GGraduates are hired at top companies including: Sony Pictures Imageworks, 20th Century Fox, NBC and Telemundo.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Motion Pictures and Television


The School of Motion Pictures & Television combines theory and practice, immersing students in both from day one. Instructors guide students through the intricacies of directing, production and acting in real studios with cutting-edge equipment. Graduates leave with a dynamic demo reel that has audiences begging for more.

  • Alum Chris Milk launched a successful music video direction career, working with artists like Green Day, Gnarls Barkley and Kanye West.
  • GGraduates are hired at top companies including: Sony Pictures Imageworks, 20th Century Fox, NBC and Telemundo.
Associate's in Motion Pictures and Television


The School of Motion Pictures & Television combines theory and practice, immersing students in both from day one. Instructors guide students through the intricacies of directing, production and acting in real studios with cutting-edge equipment. Graduates leave with a dynamic demo reel that has audiences begging for more.

  • Alum Chris Milk launched a successful music video direction career, working with artists like Green Day, Gnarls Barkley and Kanye West.
  • GGraduates are hired at top companies including: Sony Pictures Imageworks, 20th Century Fox, NBC and Telemundo.
Certificate in Motion Pictures and Television


The School of Motion Pictures & Television combines theory and practice, immersing students in both from day one. Instructors guide students through the intricacies of directing, production and acting in real studios with cutting-edge equipment. Graduates leave with a dynamic demo reel that has audiences begging for more.

  • Alum Chris Milk launched a successful music video direction career, working with artists like Green Day, Gnarls Barkley and Kanye West.
  • GGraduates are hired at top companies including: Sony Pictures Imageworks, 20th Century Fox, NBC and Telemundo.
Master's in Multimedia Communications


Launched in 2008 and led by 15-year news veteran Jan Yanehiro, our newest program teaches students in professional studios and on location. Graduates develop the abilities to write, shoot, edit, produce and report for a complete multimedia experience.

  • The program’s forward thinking approach requires that students master both traditional and future media techniques, including Podcasting, blogs and YouTube.
  • Students in the first semester of this new program have already landed internships at some of San Francisco’s largest media corporations.
Bachelor's in Multimedia Communications


Launched in 2008 and led by 15-year news veteran Jan Yanehiro, our newest program teaches students in professional studios and on location. Graduates develop the abilities to write, shoot, edit, produce and report for a complete multimedia experience.

  • The program’s forward thinking approach requires that students master both traditional and future media techniques, including Podcasting, blogs and YouTube.
  • Students in the first semester of this new program have already landed internships at some of San Francisco’s largest media corporations.
Master of Fine Arts in Music for Visual Media


Creating music for film, television, video games, or any other visual medium involves a unique combination of musical expertise and aesthetic sensibility. It is a critical link in the chain of cultural storytelling. At the Academy of Art University, you will learn the language of music, and how to apply it to the expanding world of visual media.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music for Visual Media


Creating music for film, television, video games, or any other visual medium involves a unique combination of musical expertise and aesthetic sensibility. It is a critical link in the chain of cultural storytelling. At the Academy of Art University, you will learn the language of music, and how to apply it to the expanding world of visual media.

Associate's in Music for Visual Media


Creating music for film, television, video games, or any other visual medium involves a unique combination of musical expertise and aesthetic sensibility. It is a critical link in the chain of cultural storytelling. At the Academy of Art University, you will learn the language of music, and how to apply it to the expanding world of visual media.

Master of Fine Arts in Photography


At the School of Photography real photojournalists, fashion photographers and technical specialists guide students in capturing the truth in any moment. Ultimately, graduates walk away with an outstanding portfolio that shows the world they’ve got what it takes.

  • Alum Deanne Fitzmaurice recently received a Pulitzer Prize.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Clear Channel Outdoor, Photoworks, Sephora, Studio Schulz Photography and Wired Magazine.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography


At the School of Photography real photojournalists, fashion photographers and technical specialists guide students in capturing the truth in any moment. Ultimately, graduates walk away with an outstanding portfolio that shows the world they’ve got what it takes.

  • Alum Deanne Fitzmaurice recently received a Pulitzer Prize.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Clear Channel Outdoor, Photoworks, Sephora, Studio Schulz Photography and Wired Magazine.
Associate's in Photography


At the School of Photography real photojournalists, fashion photographers and technical specialists guide students in capturing the truth in any moment. Ultimately, graduates walk away with an outstanding portfolio that shows the world they’ve got what it takes.

  • Alum Deanne Fitzmaurice recently received a Pulitzer Prize.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Clear Channel Outdoor, Photoworks, Sephora, Studio Schulz Photography and Wired Magazine.
Certificate in Photography


At the School of Photography real photojournalists, fashion photographers and technical specialists guide students in capturing the truth in any moment. Ultimately, graduates walk away with an outstanding portfolio that shows the world they’ve got what it takes.

  • Alum Deanne Fitzmaurice recently received a Pulitzer Prize.
  • Graduates are hired at top companies including: Clear Channel Outdoor, Photoworks, Sephora, Studio Schulz Photography and Wired Magazine.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Landscape Architecture

Landscape Architecture is an art and a science, and it is projected to be one of the 50 best professions in the next decade. Learn to see the world in a new way and create landscapes that people love, landscapes that restore the earth’s processes and systems. Join one of the newest landscape architecture school programs in the nation and be a pioneer in making the world a better, greener place.

Master of Fine Arts in Visual Development

Academy of Art University offers an innovative curriculum that emphasizes the skills needed to succeed in the growing field of Visual Development. Visual Development Artists communicate narrative, thematic and design ideas using visual media. They design and stage stories based on a script with effective camera choices that enhance the development and mood of the story. Visual Development is key to visualizing complex movie scenes before filming.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Development

Academy of Art University offers an innovative curriculum that emphasizes the skills needed to succeed in the growing field of Visual Development. Visual Development Artists communicate narrative, thematic and design ideas using visual media. They design and stage stories based on a script with effective camera choices that enhance the development and mood of the story. Visual Development is key to visualizing complex movie scenes before filming.

Associate in Arts in Visual Development

Academy of Art University offers an innovative curriculum that emphasizes the skills needed to succeed in the growing field of Visual Development. Visual Development Artists communicate narrative, thematic and design ideas using visual media. They design and stage stories based on a script with effective camera choices that enhance the development and mood of the story. Visual Development is key to visualizing complex movie scenes before filming.

Continuing Art Education in Visual Development

Academy of Art University offers an innovative curriculum that emphasizes the skills needed to succeed in the growing field of Visual Development. Visual Development Artists communicate narrative, thematic and design ideas using visual media. They design and stage stories based on a script with effective camera choices that enhance the development and mood of the story. Visual Development is key to visualizing complex movie scenes before filming.

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