It is with great pride that I welcome you to The Art Institute of Austin, a branch of The Art Institute of Houston, and introduce myself as its new President. The extraordinary students of this school comprise a creative community befitting the remarkable city it inhabits.
 
In knowing how we got here, my goal is simple: Administer a school that educates, develops, and enriches sought-after, professional, and creative graduates through practical, career-oriented education. We prepare our students for real life experiences as they learn from the best instructors with industry-relevant and program-specific technology. 
 
During my tenure with The Art Institutes system of schools, I have never ceased to be amazed by the power of the creative mind. The potential carried in each and every student is infinite; it is my job to help these students realize their potential and find an inspiring career. You will find that experiences here at The Art Institute of Austin are unique.

Our approach is personal, and every student here has a voice. Our classes have smaller student-to-instructor ratios to ensure a more one-on-one classroom experience. We have many resources on campus for our students to learn outside the classroom, discover career and internship possibilities and seek out likeminded students through clubs and campus events.
 
At The Art Institute of Austin, our focus is the application of skills as well as the theory behind them; our graduates are ready to start their careers from day one because they know what the industry demands. Our students are from all over the United States, but they come here with a single purpose: to let their drive, hard work, and talent guide their future.
 
The city of Austin has everything you’d want from a metropolitan area - music, fashion, art, food, theater, industry - but it also has stunning lakes, streams, and wilderness areas throughout the city and its surrounding area. There is a perfect mix of activities that appeal to almost everyone.
 
The world is changing and we are preparing our students for the challenges of a competitive era. Hands-on education produces knowledgeable, capable graduates with a rich skill set to utilize in navigating the challenges and rewards of the creative world.
 
I hope you’ll explore all of the wonderful things The Art Institute of Austin has to offer.
 
Sincerely,

Monica Jeffs
President
The Art Institute of Austin