HISTORY

Founded in 1916 as The Commercial Art School, the college was one of the first applied art and design schools in the United States. The college became widely known in the 1930s as Ray-Vogue School in recognition of its professional programs in art and design. The college was renamed Ray College of Design in 1981, and grew to the Schaumburg location in 1983. In 1995, the college joined The Art Institutes.

The Illinois Institute of Art — Schaumburg is proud to offer the following degree programs:

• Advertising (BA)
• Digital Filmmaking & Video Production (BFA)
• Digital Photography (BFA)
• Fashion Marketing & Management (BFA)
• Game Art & Design (BFA)
• Graphic Design (BFA, AAS)
• Interior Design (BFA)
• Media Arts & Animation (BFA)
• Visual Effects & Motion Graphics (BFA)
• Web Design & Interactive Media (BFA)

BFA = Bachelor of Fine Arts | BA = Bachelor of Arts | AAS = Associate of Applied Science

Additionally, diploma and continuing education programs are available.

The Illinois Institute of Art — Schaumburg offers each degree program on a year-round basis, allowing students to work uninterrupted towards graduation. An impressive faculty, many of whom are working professionals, strives to strengthen students' skills and cultivate their talents through well-designed curricula. The Illinois Institute of Art — Schaumburg carefully defines its programs with the support and contributions of leading members of the professional community. Curricula are reviewed regularly to ensure they meet the needs of a changing marketplace and prepare graduates for entry-level positions in their chosen fields.

Evening and weekend scheduling options are also available for a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interior Design or Web Design & Interactive media and as associate's degree in Graphic Design. For more information, please visit the evening and weekend section of this web site or contact your Admissions Representative for details.

MISSION

The Illinois Institute of Art — Schaumburg is an institution of higher education offering undergraduate programs in the creative and applied arts to a diverse student body from greater Chicago, the United States, and abroad. The College offers a stimulating learning environment, led by a dedicated, professional faculty and staff. Here, committed and talented students can develop their creativity, learn skills, and obtain knowledge for the purpose of pursuing a career in their fields of study, and contributing effectively to society.

VALUES 

We believe excellence in education:

• requires competency based outcomes and assessment;
• enhances the lives of students, faculty, staff, and alumni;
• embraces diversity;
• contributes positively to the workplace and the larger community;
• is industry relevant.

We believe in the importance of developing personal values, ethical practices, and social responsibility.

We believe in encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and independent, life-long learning.

We believe in the positive impact of art and design on individuals and society.

We believe the foundation of success is built upon respect for one another and active participation in a collaborative environment.

We believe that the education we provide has its foundation in the business community and serves society.

We are committed to fulfilling our mission with academic integrity and prudent business practices.

We are committed to a values-based education that instills lifelong social, environmental, and ethical responsibility on a personal and professional level.

VISION

Our vision is to expand our leadership role in higher education and the creative community through continuous improvement and growth with quality.