The Art Institutes

The Art Institutes (often commercially abbreviated as Ai) are a chain of private, for-profit art colleges. There are 50 Art Institutes across the United States and Canada offering master's degrees, bachelor's degrees, associate's degrees, and non-degree-program certificates in the visual, creative, applied, and culinary arts. The chain is headquartered in Pittsburgh, and is a division of Education Management Corporation (EDMC), the United States' second-largest organization owning for-profit colleges. Educational accreditation of The Art Institutes and their programs varies among campuses and programs.

Their mission is to take your talent and passion and help channel that energy into a productive and fulfilling career. That means giving you the education, skills, and experience so you’re prepared for the world of opportunity that exists for creative thinkers like you.

A creative, collaborative community that shares your energy. Explore our over 45 campuses to see just how lively and interesting an Art Institutes education can be.

Faculty and staff who inspire and mentor. They’ll guide you as they respect and nurture your unique talent.

Professional-grade technology that gives you the tools to see your vision come to life.

A nationwide network of career services to help network with employers who are hiring. That means connecting you to entry-level opportunities in the creative economy.

Degree programs in the areas of design, media arts, fashion, and culinary. We offer associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs, as well as diploma and certificate programs.