SVA Description

The School of Visual Arts (SVA) in New York City offers fine arts and professional visual arts degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Undergraduate students may major in fine arts or in a professional visual arts field like:

  • Advertising
  • Animation
  • Cartooning
  • Illustration
  • Interior Design

SVA also awards graduate degrees. These include:

  • MFA in Design Criticism
  • MFA in Interactive Design
  • MPS in Art Therapy

Students have the opportunity to exhibit their art at one of SVA’s three student galleries. The school’s New York City location also affords many opportunities to visit a range of galleries and museums.

Undergraduate admissions requirements include submission of an application, an application fee, transcripts and ACT or SAT scores. Applicants must also submit a portfolio of their artwork. Portfolio requirements vary from one program to another.

The School of Visual Arts awards academic and talent scholarships. Students may also apply for need-based aid by filling out a FAFSA. Need-based aid includes grants and loans. Many students receive financial aid from multiple sources.

Quick Facts about School of Visual Arts

Location

Northeast

Setting

Large City Setting

Type

For Profit

Size

Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

Selectivity

Selective

In-State Tuition

$29,550

Out-of-State Tuition

$29,550

Retention Rate

79%

Enrollment

4,145

Year Established

1947

SVA Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
3,539
Freshman Class
669
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
4,145

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
85%
Graduate
15%

Full-Time vs. Part-Time Students

Full-Time
99%
Part-Time
1%

Gender of Students

Women
63%
Men
37%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
4%
Asian
14%
Caucasian
53%
Latino
11%
Other
18%

International Students

International
20%
Domestic
80%

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