Military & Veterans Education
We welcome veterans, those on active or reserve duty, and their families. At the Academy, we believe artists and soldiers share the same traits, passion, dedication, discipline, and vision. Our “No Barriers” admission policy opens the doors to all who believe in their artistic potential, regardless of their prior artistic experience.
As a member of the military and veteran community, you have needs that go beyond education; the Academy offers substantial resources to meet those needs. We have dedicated advisors who can answer all of your questions about finances, life at the Academy, and our educational offerings. To start your journey at the Academy, give us a call or schedule a meeting by clicking the button below.
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Military Friendly®
Academy of Art University is recognized as one of the 2023-2024 Military Friendly® schools. The Military Friendly® Schools list is created each year to provide the best opportunities for veterans and their spouses by setting the standard for higher education institutions. Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey completed by the school. Academy of Art University is one of 747 schools earning the designation out of more than 1,200 schools that participated in the 2021-2022 survey.
Veterans Resource Center
Academy of Art University recognizes the noble men and women who serve our country. To offer service in return, we provide opportunities to pursue creative entrepreneurship outside of the military. The Veterans Resource Center (VRC) is just one of the ways the Academy provides support for our military students. The VRC is a welcoming space that feels like a home away from home, a gathering place for a community of individuals with shared experiences.
Address: 79 New Montgomery St., Room 316, San Francisco, CA 94105
Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00am-6:00pm PT
Email: VRC@academyart.edu
At the VRC, you can create, study, and relax with a community of individuals who share your background. Some of the resources we offer are:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Computers
- Pool Table
- Ping-Pong Table
- Study Areas
- Conference Room for Studying
Learn Online
Our revolutionary online courses provide the same rigorous education that we offer on campus, but offer you more flexibility. You can study on your own time, at your own pace. You always have to the option to take both online and onsite classes.
ESO Information
If you are an Education Service Officer and would like to learn more about Academy of Art University events, or schedule an event on your base, please contact one of our representatives.
CONTACT US
Ryan Smith
MFA Fine Art, Navy
