As a prospective student seeking admission, you must be a high school graduate, hold a General Education Development (GED) Certificate, or have earned an associate’s or higher degree from an accredited institution of postsecondary education. You must submit a transcript as documentation. You will write an essay (approximately 150 words) telling us how you think The Art Institute of Charlotte will help you reach your career goals. High school and college transcripts also will be evaluated. High school seniors who have not yet graduated should submit a partial transcript indicating their expected graduation date

Records: You must present a record of proof of high school graduation or GED, as well as a high school transcript.

In lieu of documenting high school graduation, applicants who have graduated with a bachelor's degree or higher (or its equivalent, if earned at an institution located outside of the United States) from an accredited institution of postsecondary education can provide official college transcripts showing degree granted.

Portfolios & College Exams: Portfolios are welcomed, but not required. Applicants who have taken the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Test (ACT) are encouraged to submit scores to the Admissions Office for evaluation.

High School Seniors: High school seniors who have not yet graduated from school should submit a partial transcript that indicates their expected graduation date.

All applicants are evaluated on the basis of their previous education, background, and stated or demonstrated interest in Culinary Arts, Fashion Marketing, Graphic Design, Interior Design and Interactive Media Design. Portfolios are welcomed, but not required. Applicants who have taken the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Test (ACT) are encouraged to submit scores to the Admissions Office for evaluation.

When there are no transfer credits in English and/or math to be considered, The Art Institute of Charlotte assesses the incoming student’s abilities. Students who need additional support to successfully complete college-level English or math courses will be enrolled in appropriate developmental studies offered by the school.