Each individual who seeks admission to The Art Institute of Phoenix will be interviewed either in person or by telephone by an Assistant Director of Admissions. The purpose of the interview is to:
- Explore the prospective student’s background and interests as they relate to the programs offered at The Art Institute of Phoenix, and
- Assist the prospective student to identify the appropriate area of study consistent with their background and interest, and
- Provide information concerning curriculum offerings and support services available at The Art Institute of Phoenix.
An Application for Admission and an Enrollment Agreement must be completed, signed by the applicant, and submitted to The Art Institute of Phoenix, with a $50 application fee. The enrollment fee of $100 is due within 10 days after the Enrollment Agreement is signed. The Art Institute requires a high school transcript or GED scores and admissions essay to be considered for enrollment acceptance. The essay must be 2 pages, typed, double spaced in 12 pt. Times New Roman font with 1.5" margins top, bottom, left, and right and appropriately answer the following question: “Why have you chosen this particular degree (name the program you have chosen and describe why it interests you) in higher education at The Art Institute of Phoenix and how do you plan to be successful as a college student and industry professional?” Applicants must also present a record of accomplishments in core academic courses as evidenced through transcripts, grade point average, or GED scores. All applications of prospective students are reviewed by the Admissions Committee to determine if the applicant has a reasonable chance for academic success in his/her chosen program of study. All information gathered in the admissions process is considered during the review process (including but not limited to; interview, transcripts, essay, and portfolio). Successful admission into The Art Institute and a satisfactory program start is dependent upon all information gathered and evaluated during the admissions process. The goals of the admissions process are to determine that the applicant has a reasonable chance to be successful based on past academic records and that the program of study chosen by the applicant is appropriate based on the applicant’s stated career goals.
The minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement for all programs is 2.0, with the exception of Game Art & Design, which has a required minimum high school GPA of 2.5, or a 2.5 GPA or higher in a minimum of 24 credit hours of college level coursework from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and a portfolio requirement. The portfolio is required to exhibit drawing aptitude and passion of the applicant.
Applicants who have not submitted a high school transcript or GED scores two weeks prior to their quarter start date may be required to take additional testing and/or submit a college transcript, or provide other additional supporting materials as determined appropriate by the Admissions Committee, the results of which will be reviewed during the admissions process. The committee may then grant conditional acceptance, although the applicant will still be required to submit proof of high school graduation, college transcripts, or GED scores by a date established by the Committee or President in order to achieve full acceptance. Applicants who have not yet submitted all transcripts may be allowed to begin class but must provide all required transcripts by a date established by the Committee or President in order to achieve full acceptance.
Applicants who have not yet submitted all transcripts may be allowed to begin class but must provide all required transcripts by a date established by the Committee or President. The Art Institute of Phoenix reserves the right to request any additional information necessary to evaluate an applicant’s potential for academic success.
The Art Institute of Phoenix is in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the American Disabilities Act. Enrollees requiring additional educational or tuition assistance will be referred to appropriate government agencies or other special educational institutions equipped to handle such situations. For information, please contact the Director of Admissions.
Applicants who have not yet submitted all transcripts may be allowed to begin class but must provide all required transcripts by a date established by the Director of Admissions. The Art Institute of Phoenix reserves the right to request any additional information necessary to evaluate an applicant's potential for academic success.
The Art Institute of Phoenix is in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the American Disabilities Act. Enrollees requiring additional educational or tuition assistance will be referred to appropriate government agencies or other special educational institutions equipped to handle such situations. For information please contact the Director of Admissions.