The Art Institute of Dallas is a private college for creative professional studies based upon focused and balanced curricula. Our college prepares students for careers in design, media arts and culinary arts by providing an intensive educational environment and by responding to changing technology in order to meet the opportunities of a global economy. We measure our success by our ability to:

• provide a learning-centered climate fostered by dedicated and knowledgeable faculty;
• prepare students for career entry and professional growth in their respective fields;
• maintain a systematic approach to institutional improvement through assessment and long-range planning;
• provide administrative services to students, faculty and staff in an efficient and effective manner to support the educational climate.

Our Vision 
The Art Institute of Dallas provides an exemplary education in the creative arts.

Our Values
The Art Institute of Dallas believes in the worth and potential of each student and strives to provide high quality programs and services. The heart of our mission is to deliver curricula that emphasize the current learning outcomes while creating an atmosphere that fosters development of integrity, worth and potential. We value critical thinking and creative expression while advocating an appreciation of cultural diversity.

History

1964
The Art Institute of Dallas was founded as the Dallas Fashion Merchandising College.

1978
The school changed location and became the Fashion and Art Institute of Dallas, expanding its programs in Fashion Merchandising and Interior Design.

1979
The school became approved to grant an Associate of Applied Arts Degree in each of its programs.

1984
The Institute became a member of The Design Schools, now known as The Art Institutes. Continuing with the same student body, faculty, and curriculum, the school then changed its name to The Art Institute of Dallas.

1988
The Art Institute of Dallas moved to its present facility located at 8080 Park Lane in North Dallas, Texas.

1990’s
The school expanded its curriculum into the fields of computer animation, video production, multimedia and culinary arts, indicating our continuing desire to meet the demands of a job market that constantly changes as new technology gives way to new and more complex programs and techniques.

1998
The Art Institute of Dallas was granted initial membership at Level I (associate's degrees) with the Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools effective January 1.

2000
The Commission awarded membership at Level II (bachelor's degrees).

2003
The school’s Associate in Arts degree program in Culinary Arts receives accreditation by the American Culinary Federation (ACF).

2003
The school’s Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program in Interior Design receives accreditation by the Foundation for Interior Design Education Research (FIDER) according to the professional standards of 2002.

2003
The school launched a new Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program in Graphic Design.

2004
The school launched a new Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programs in Digital Media Production, Interactive Digital Media and Advertising.