THE ART INSTITUTE OF PITTSBURGH'S ANIMATION PROGRAM NAMED TOP 15

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh's Media Arts and Animation program was honored as one of Animation Magazine's Top 15 Contemporary Animation Programs in the publication's December issue. The issue provides power lists chosen to celebrate the growth of the animation industry during Animation Magazine's 15-year publishing history. The Top 15 schools were selected based on student preparation and those that the animation industry relies on for talent. Participation in special events, programs and activities was also a basis of judging criteria. For more information about the publication, visit www.anim ag.com.

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh offers bachelor degree programs in Media Arts and Animation, Graphic Design, Industrial Design and Interior Design. Associate degree programs are also offered in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Multimedia & Web Design, Photography and Video Production. Twelve-month diploma programs are available in Digital Design and Residential Design. The Art Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology and The Accrediting Council of Independent Colleges and Schools.

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh is one of The Art Institutes, a system of 22 educational institutions located nationwide, providing an important source of design, media arts, fashion and culinary professionals. The parent company of The Art Institutes, Education Management Corporation (NASDAQ: EDMC), is among the largest providers of proprietary post-secondary education in the U.S., offering bachelor's degree, associate's degree and non-degree programs. EDMC has provided career-oriented education programs for over 35 years, and its Art Institutes have graduated more than 100,000 students.