President's Message

Welcome to The Art Institute of Charleston.

You are about to begin your educational journey in Charleston, South Carolina, one of the most beautiful cities in the country. Charleston’s heritage is rich with artistic beauty and extraordinary hospitality, and The Art Institute of Charleston is proud to be an important part of the Charleston community.

The Art Institute of Charleston is a member of the Art Institutes system of schools, a system that has a strong and rich tradition of educational excellence. The Art Institutes have educated and trained thousands of students in the creative and culinary fields, and our legacy is a proud one.

At The Art Institute of Charleston, we value our relationship with the employers who hire our graduates and we strive to develop a strong partnership with them as we work to achieve our goal of preparing our students for entry-level positions in their chosen fields. We provide a hands-on, learner-centered approach to education, and I know you will thrive in our creative environment where you will be taught by industry professionals who will challenge and motivate you to do your best.

Please take the time to explore our catalog and learn more about what options are available to you as you consider a creative career. We hope that you will decide that the Art Institute of Charleston is the right option for you. We believe we are a very special college in a very special city, and we hope you will pursue your educational goals with us.

— Rick Jerue, President
The Art Institute of Charleston