School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC)

At The Art Institutes schools, you can get the creative degree to turn your passion and inspiration into a career. We offer master's, bachelor's, and associate's degrees, as well as diplomas and certificate programs specializing in the creative arts. We also offer a variety of evening and weekend learning options, so there’s an education solution to fit your schedule. Our students receive a practical, focused education that prepares them to begin their careers with the real-world skills employers need.

SCHOOL LOCATIONS When you're not working hard on your projects, you'll want to explore the city you call home. The Art Institutes schools are located across North America, in major urban areas.

PROGRAMS We offer a wide range of creative programs to fit your passion, including:

• Advertising
• Culinary Arts
• Culinary Management
• Digital Design
• Digital Filmmaking
• Digital Filmmaking & Video Production
• Digital Media Production
• Fashion Design
• Fashion Marketing
• Fashion Marketing & Management
• Game Art & Design
• Graphic Design
• Industrial Design
• Interior Design
• Media Arts & Animation
• Photography
• Video Production
• Visual Communications
• Visual Effects & Motion Graphics
• Web Design
• Web Design & Interactive Media

Programs, credential levels, and scheduling options vary by school.

OUR FACULTY Many of our faculty members are experienced professionals who continue to work outside of the classroom, sharing their work knowledge with their classes and giving them the inside track on current industry trends and techniques. Our faculty also know first-hand what today’s employers need, giving their students the practical, hands-on education they need to help them achieve their goals.

CAREER SERVICES Career services are offered to all students. From part-time and freelance job assistance to professional development and interviewing skills, our Career Services staff can help you build your creative future.

FINANCIAL AID You have lots of questions about financing your education. Our Student Financial Services staff will help you:

• Apply for grants, loans, and work study, available to those who qualify
• Complete your financial forms
• Prepare a financial plan to help you responsibly manage your school expenses

Financial Aid is available to those who qualify.

Program offerings and credential levels vary by school.

Date Event Detail Wednesday, December 28, 2011 Open House Adult and Senior Event Saturday, January 07, 2012 Open House College Decision Day Monday, January 16, 2012 Open House Martin Luther King Day Event Saturday, February 11, 2012 Open House Discovery Day Monday, February 20, 2012 Open House President’s Day Event Saturday, March 10, 2012 Open House College Decision Day Saturday, March 31, 2012 Open House College Decision Day Saturday, April 14, 2012 Open House College Information Day Saturday, May 05, 2012 Open House Discovery Day Saturday, May 19, 2012 Open House Future Student Preview Saturday, June 16, 2012 Open House Open House Saturday, July 07, 2012 Open House College Decision Day Saturday, August 04, 2012 Open House Open House Saturday, September 08, 2012 Open House College Information Day Saturday, September 22, 2012 Open House Future Student Preview June/July, 2012 Open House Summer Studio

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