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 a bachelor’s degree or higher earned degree at an accredited institution of postsecondary education (or it’s equivalent if earned at an institution located outside of the United States), can provide official college transcripts showing the degree granted. All Art Institute applicants are evaluated for admission on the basis of their previous education, background, and stated or demonstrated interest in one of our education programs.

Applicants who have not earned a bachelor’s degree must provide a copy of their final high school transcripts, GED scores, or college transcripts indicating achievement of an associate degree fully transferable to a bachelor’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. High school seniors who have not yet graduated should submit a partial transcript which indicates their expected graduation date. Additionally, the applicant is required to independently conceive and write an essay stating why he/she has chosen this particular degree (name of the program chosen and why it is of interest) in higher education at The Art Institute of Phoenix and how he/she plans to be successful as a college student and industry professional. Portfolios are welcomed but not required with the exception of the Game Art & Design program. Applicants who have taken the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Test (ACT) are encouraged to submit scores to Admissions for evaluation.

The Art Institute of Phoenix doesnot discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state, local or federal law, in the administration of any of its educational programs,activities, or with respect to admission and employment.