How To Apply: Undergraduates

We can’t wait to welcome you to Academy of Art University.

Just three simple steps to submit your application, and you’ll be on your way to fulfilling your educational goals. Apply year-round, and begin taking classes in Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. We accept applications through the first week of each semester. Apply today!

International student? Visit our International Students page to apply.

Transferring from another school? Visit our Transfer Students page to apply.

Apply in Three Easy Steps...

Complete the application form.

The application takes about 15 minutes to complete. Apply today!

Submit Payment.

Applying requires a US $50 nonrefundable application fee. Additional documents and required materials can be submitted at any time after you have completed your online application.

Submit official transcripts.

Provide proof of high school completion by submitting your high school transcripts, GED, or equivalent. Questions about your transcript or paperwork? Give us a call at 1-800-544-2787.

Things You’ll Need...

Here you will see additional documents that you will need to make the application process as smooth as possible.

Proof of high school completion

Accepted documents include:

Official, sealed copy of your high school transcript or GED
High school diploma with graduation date
Official, sealed copy of a completed Bachelor’s degree transcript
Signed Home School Program Certification form and transcripts
California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE) letter

Application Fee

We accept check or money order made payable to “Academy of Art University”. We also accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover credit cards. The application fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable. Learn more about tuition and financial aid

Official Transcripts

Official transcripts from any other universities or learning institutions you’ve attended

Complete Your Application

Apply Online, or Download the Undergraduate Application form

Welcome to the Academy!

Congratulations on starting your undergraduate degree!

Not into online forms, or need assistance?

No problem. You can also apply in these ways: Call us at 1-415-274-2222 Or apply in person in San Francisco (Monday-Saturday) 79 New Montgomery St. San Francisco, CA 94105 Our admissions representatives will guide you through the application process, answer your questions, and make your application processes as worry free as possible.

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