Student Life

It's you we're thinking of

From residence life to a culture of learning, take a look at this network of services intended to help handle the details so you can focus on your education.

Safety & Transportation

Public Transportation

Philadelphia has an excellent public transportation system, which is very accessible to The Art Institute of Philadelphia's campus in the heart of Center City Philadelphia. Most students find the public transportation system to be adequate to meet their needs. Visit SEPTA's website for more information on public transit in Philadelphia. PATCO's website has information on the high-speed line to New Jersey.

Parking is not available at The Art Institute of Philadelphia. Students interested in bringing a car to college will need to make arrangements with a local parking garage. Average monthly rates are $150-200. The Department of Residence Life does not recommend bringing automobiles to college. Students park at their own risk and liability.

Philadelphia is home to an innovative car sharing non-profit called PhillyCarShare.org. Many students have found PhillyCarShare to be a good supplement to the public transportation system.

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Campus Security Policy

The Campus Security Policy report includes Crime Statistics pursuant to the requirements of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.

The Art Institute of Philadelphia

1622 Chestnut Street  Philadelphia, PA 19103-5119 • 1.215.567.7080 • 1.800.275.2474

Urgent Message from the Admissions Department at The Art Institute of Philadelphia

New Student Orientation at The Art Institute of Philadelphia will be held as scheduled on Saturday January 10 with breakfast available at 8:00 a.m. and the program starting at 9:00 a.m. Students who find it impossible to attend due to possible inclement weather should contact their Admissions Representative as soon as possible for further instructions.
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  • School Information: 800.275.2474
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