Description

Southwest University of Visual Arts in Tucson, Arizona offers a visually inspiring environment in which to pursue various Fine Art degrees.

Both MFA and bachelor’s programs are available at Southwest and encompass such professional fields as Advertising and Marketing, Animation, Graphic Design and Landscape Architecture as well as studio programs in Photography, Painting and Drawing.

Located near stunning mountains and in close proximity to the alpine country and several lakes, Tucson offers beautiful scenery ideal for artists. This setting also provides great opportunities for hiking, rock climbing, water sports and other outdoor activities.

Arizona’s museums are another highly attractive feature for art students.

A quaint but lively city, Tucson also has much in the way of shopping, restaurants and musical entertainment.

On campus, students may participate in clubs and associations related to their major, including an animation club, an interior design club and the school’s Institute for Graphic Design.

Those seeking admission will need to submit personal essays, transcripts, recommendation letters and a portfolio of relevant work.

Students may apply for financial aid, which is awarded based on financial need.

Quick Facts

Location

Southwest

Setting

Large City Setting

Type

For Profit

Size

Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

On-Campus Housing Available

No

In-State Tuition

$25,685

Out-of-State Tuition

$25,685

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

282

Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
315
Freshman Class
48
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
282

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
111%
Graduate
-11%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
62%
Part-Time
38%

Gender of Students

Women
53%
Men
47%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
5%
Asian
2%
Caucasian
61%
Latino
28%
Other
4%

International Students

International
0%
Domestic
100%