An application for admission and the enrollment agreement must be completed and signed by the applicant and parent or guardian (if applicable) and submitted to The Art Institute of California — San Francisco. The school requires proof of high school graduation or GED scores. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to visit the school, although a visit is not a condition for submitting the application for admission or enrollment agreement. Arrangements for an interview and tour of the school may be made by contacting the Admissions Department.

Each individual who seeks admission to The Art Institute of California — San Francisco 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 interests as they relate to the programs offered at the school.
• Assist prospective students with identifying the appropriate area of study consistent with their background and interest.
• Provide information concerning curricula and support services available at The Art Institute of California — San Francisco. The preadmission interview is designed to assist in assessing whether the student has a reasonable chance of successfully completing the appropriate program of study. Nationally based exams, such as the SAT or ACT, will be considered.

Each individual who seeks admission to The Art Institute of California — San Francisco will need to compose an original essay. Essays that do not follow the guidelines will not be considered for admission.

Additional Requirements 
All students must submit a non-refundable Application Fee of $50 with their application for admission. Additionally, an enrollment fee of $100 is due within ten days after an enrollment agreement has been submitted.

The Art Institute of California — San Francisco reserves the right to request any additional information necessary to evaluate an applicant's potential for academic success.

Enrollment Agreement for Culinary and Media Arts programs (PDF)

Enrollment Agreement for Fashion and Design programs (PDF)

Application (PDF)

Application Essay (PDF)