Admissions Requirements

High school graduation or a General Education Diploma (GED scores) is a prerequisite for admission. In lieu of documenting high school graduation, applicants who have graduated with an associate's degree that fully transfers to a bachelor's or higher degree from a recognized, accredited, postsecondary education, may provide official college transcripts showing degree granted. All Art Institute applicants are evaluated on the basis of their previous education, their background, and their stated or demonstrated interest in one of our career programs.

Applicants must provide a copy of their final high school transcript, GED scores, or college transcripts indicating achievement of an associate's degree or higher. Other proof of high school graduation or its equivalency may be considered under special circumstances and must be approved by the President of The Art Institute of Colorado. High school seniors who have not yet graduated should submit a partial transcript that indicates their expected graduation date. Additionally, the applicant is required to write an essay of approximately 150 words stating how his/her education at The Art Institute of Colorado will help attain his/her career goals. Portfolios are welcome, but not required. Applicants who have taken the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Test (ACT) are encouraged to submit scores for evaluation.

The Art Institute of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or handicap in the administration of any of its educational programs, activities, or with respect to admission and employment.