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Campus

There are a number of factors that contribute to making Academy of Art University an ideal place to start a career in art and design. Our urban campus—including our housing, dining, and academic facilities—creates a unique college experience in one of the most inspiring cities on earth. Student-run clubs and organizations, along with comprehensive student resources and support at this art university, will have you feeling right at home.

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ESports Lounge

ArtU Esports invites all viewers and casual and competitive players to play, watch, and have fun. We strive to create a positive experience for everyone involved.

Exercise and Workout Facilities

Enjoy access to our dance studios and workout areas.

FACILITY HOURS

Gym Open Daily 9:00am-9:00pm

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Clubs

Participate in clubs from anywhere in the world.

VISIT OUR CLUBS PAGE

Shop

Buy school merchandise at SHOP657.

625 Polk Street (Room 122), San Francisco CA 94102
Tuesday-Friday 11:00am-5:00pm

2801 Leavenworth Street (Room 106), San Francisco, CA 94133
Monday, Thursday, Saturday 11:00am-5:00pm

CHECK US OUT ONLINE
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Mac Lab

Take advantage of the Mac Lab’s printing and scanning equipment. Join the Mac Lab club and get extended hours access.

  • Brand new M1 iMacs
  • B&W Printing
  • Large format scanner

180 New Montgomery, Room 555
Monday-Friday 9:00am-1:00pm

Mac Lab extended hours for members:
Monday-Thursday 1:00-9:00pm • Friday 1:00-5:00pm

Libraries

Check out our on-campus and online libraries for all your research needs.

Library 
180 New Montgomery Street, 6th Floor, San Francisco, California 94105
(Onsite library is currently closed.)

VISIT ONLINE LIBRARY

Industrial Design Materials Lab
1849 Washington Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

Monday-Thursday 8:30am-6pm • Friday 8:30am-5pm

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Equipment Rooms

Check out still and motion picture camera equipment in our student-friendly equipment rooms. Insurance and class qualifications required.

PHOTO LAB:
625 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

| HOURS:

Monday8:45am-4:30pm
Tuesday8:45am-4:30pm
Wednesday8:45am-4:30pm
Thursday8:45am-6:00pm
Friday8:45am-4:30pm
Saturday10:00am-6:00pm
SundayClosed

MOTION PICTURES LAB
466 Townsend Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

| HOURS:

Monday9:00am-6:00pm
Tuesday9:00am-6:00pm
Wednesday9:00am-6:00pm
Thursday9:00am-6:00pm
Friday9:00am-6:00pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
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