Apply for Admission

Completing an application online is the quickest, easiest way to apply to Academy of Art University. Keep in mind that while we accept general admissions applications on a rolling basis, there are deadlines for specific programs and we encourage you to apply early. High school freshmen, sophomores and juniors interested in our Pre-College Art Experience Program, apply here. If you have technical questions or concerns about the application process, please see below:

Domestic Applicants
415-274-2200
800-544-2787
admissions@academyart.edu

International Applicants
415-274-2208
intladmissions@academyart.edu

Pre-College Applicants
Apply Here
415-618-8203
800-544-2787
preadmissions@academyart.edu

IMPORTANT: Please do not use your back button once you begin this application. We also recommend you “Allow Cookies” to successfully submit your application. If you are having issues submitting your application, please see these Troubleshooting Tips.

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Note: if you have any questions regarding your International Referral Agency PM Code, please see below. For agencies in China and Taiwan, contact: intlapplication1@academyart.edu. For agencies in Other Countries, contact: intlapplication2@academyart.edu.



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