Our admissions process isn't just about forms and numbers and what you did in high school. It's about you, the individual. Yes, we look at your academic background and work. But we also take the time to sit down and find out what's important to you. We help you assess your career possibilities...what holds the most promise, what's realistic, and what isn't. Together we will define your goals and professional objectives.

As a prospective student seeking admission to The Art Institute of California — Sacramento, you must be a high school graduate, hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate, or have earned a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution of postsecondary education as a prerequisite for admissions. An applicant who holds a bachelor's degree or higher may submit proof of the bachelor's degree to satisfy the high school completion requirement. Students who have a high school diploma or G.E.D. scores, yet cannot provide a transcript of GED scores, may submit alternate written documentation to satisfy this requirement. The Art Institute of California — Sacramento President must approve all such exceptions. High School seniors who have not yet graduated should submit a partial transcript that indicates their expected graduation date.

Also, all prospective students will be required to independently conceive and write an essay of approximately 150 words describing how an education at The Art Institute of California — Sacramento will help them attain their career goals.

Each individual who seeks admission to The Art Institute of California — Sacramento 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 new student's background interests as they relate to the programs offered at the school, assist prospective students to identify the appropriate area of study consistent with their background and interest, and provide information about curriculum offerings and support services available at the school. Nationally-based exams, such as the SAT or ACT exam, will be considered. In addition, The Art Institute of California — Sacramento reserves the right to request any supplemental information necessary to evaluate an applicant's potential for academic success.

For more information, please contact the Director of Admissions at The Art Institute of California — Sacramento.