Create your own course of study and bring your creative vision to life
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Founded in 1866 Nationally & globally ranked
What makes us different? Shaping your studies Degrees
ONE OF THE WORLD'S TOP ART & DESIGN SCHOOLS* Start with an idea—then watch it transform in ways you never imagined. SAIC gives you the space to experiment and surprise yourself. Here, your concepts evolve as you explore a dynamic, interdisciplinary curriculum that connects ideas, media, and methods across departments. Whether you’re crafting with traditional materials or experimenting with cutting-edge tools, our approach empowers you to shape your vision and push boundaries, unlocking your own unique creative journey. *QS World University Rankings for Top Art & Design Schools in the world
Nationally– and globally– acclaimed faculty are your mentors and collaborators
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Bachelor of Arts in Art History Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Education Bachelor of Fine Arts in Writing Bachelor of Arts in Visual and Critical Studies
The power to choose Areas of study allow you to explore and customize your education. Animation Architecture Arts Administration & Policy Art Education Art History, Theory, & Criticism Art & Technology Books and Publishing Ceramics Comics & Graphic Novels Costume Design Designed Objects Digital Communication Digital Imaging Economic Inequality & Class Exhibition & Curatorial Studies Fashion Design Fiber & Material Studies Film, Video, New Media & Animation Furniture Design Game Design Gender & Sexuality Graphic Design Illustration Interior Architecture Liberal Arts Painting & Drawing Performance Photography Playwriting & Screenwriting Printmedia Product Design Sculpture Sound Practices Sustainable Design Teaching Visual Communication Design Visual & Critical Studies Writing
Chicago An inspiring home for young creatives
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Preparation for life after art school
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You craft your own path
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Your museum—a world-renowned collection
Our Career and Professional Experience office and internship network will connect you with exciting professional opportunities in Chicago and around the world.
Special access to the collection of our museum, the Art Institute of Chicago
SAIC gives you the freedom to explore your ideas across tools, media, disciplines, and departments.
The Art Institute of Chicago has more than 300,000 works of art— and you’ll have easy access. No other art school has a museum of this importance on their campus.
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Dedicated time and space for you to work
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Your teachers have been there and made that
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Chicago is your campus
With extended studio classroom hours and access to our world-class facilities, you’ll get plenty of hands-on time to develop your artistic and professional skills.
On-campus, professional exhibition opportunities
95% career outcomes rate
Robust financial aid program awarding over $58 million annually
Our faculty members are practicing artists, designers, and scholars. They are your mentors, dedicated to sharing their expertise and connections.
Chicago is a vibrant cultural hub for young creatives. Here, you’ll connect with the city’s galleries, museums, performance spaces, arts organizations, and other endless opportunities.
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A faculty of more than 700 renowned practicing artists, designers, and scholars
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Extensive internship program with hundreds of for-credit internship opportunities every year
State-of-the-art facilities embracing new technologies and time-honored processes
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