Things you'll need for graduate admission:
Basic admissions materials
Application form or online application
$50 application fee
Official transcripts from your undergraduate college/university showing completion of an undergraduate degree
Click here to view our policy regarding transcripts from foreign institutions.
Apply online
Download application form
Statement of intent
One page essay explaining personal goals for graduate school or essay related to a topic as required by the Department
Resume
Describe your educational and professional experience
Portfolio/Demo reel
A portfolio with detailed descriptions in your chosen discipline is required
Additional Materials
Additional materials may be required. Please contact Admissions for more details.
What you'll need to apply as an international student:
Completed application form
Apply online
Download application form
$50 Application Fee*
We accept:
Payment via Flywire. To begin the payment process, visit Academyart.Flywire.com
Check or money order made payable to "Academy of Art University"
Visa, Mastercard, and Discover credit cards
*The application fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Tuition Deposit
$1,000 for onsite students/$100 for fully online students
Official Transcripts
Official high school transcripts and diploma
College transcripts (if applicable) must show the classes/subjects, grades, credits, and number of hours completed for each class
Affidavit of Support
Applicants and sponsors must complete the Affidavit of Support Form
Art Portfolio/Demo Reel
Undergraduate Applicants: An art portfolio is not required for admission, but it will help the admission process
Graduate Applicants: An art portfolio in your chosen discipline is required with detailed descriptions for all international graduate school applicants
Official Bank Letter
A letter or certificate from your bank in English showing a minimum balance of $37,600 USD
*Financial aid is not available for international students, and students should not depend on employment in the United States for financial support while attending the Academy
Additional documents
TOEFL OR IELTS CORE. You may submit your application for admissions before taking the test. More information available online: for TOEFL; for IELTS. Our institutional code for TOEFL is 4207; we do not require these scores and do not have a minimum score requirement. You will, however, be evaluated for your English language proficiency upon your arrival.
Passport & Visa Documents
Photocopy of your valid passport
Transfer Evaluation Form for F-1 visa students
Photocopy of your I-20, I-94, or other visa document
Document Translation
If your transcripts are not in English, they must be translated and notarized.
Agencies that can help for a fee:
ERES (required for M.Arch)
WES
