Each individual who seeks admission to The Art Institute of Seattle is required to complete or submit the following:
- Admissions Interview (in person or over the phone) 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 Seattle;
- Assist prospective students to identify the appropriate area of study consistent with their previous education, background, and stated or demonstrated interest in our program offerings;
- Provide information concerning curriculum offerings and support services available at The Art Institute.
- High school graduation or a General Education Development (GED) diploma is a prerequisite for admission. Applicants must provide a copy of their official high school transcript, GED scores, or college transcripts indicating achievement of an associate's degree or higher.
- Admissions application and $50 application fee.
- Essay. A written paragraph of approximately 150 words describing what the prospective student's career goals are and how The Art Institute of Seattle can help the student achieve those goals, as well as how the student will commit to and participate in their education to be successful.
- Enrollment Agreement.
- A $100 tuition deposit (due within 10 days after the application is submitted).
- For advanced placement, college transcripts and course descriptions will be required.
- Test scores. All degree seeking students are required to submit official scores of either the SAT, ACT, Compass or Asset. Transfer credit may be accepted in place of test scores.
- English Proficiency. All applicants, regardless of nonimmigrant or immigrant status, must demonstrate that English is their "first" language. Demonstration that English is an applicant's "first" language can be satisfied if the applicant has earned a diploma from a secondary/high school (or above) in a system in which English is the official language of instruction. If English is not the applicant's "first" language, the applicant will need to meet the minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements as outlined for nonimmigrant, international students here.
The Art Institute of Seattle does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law in the administration of any of its educational programs, activities or with respect to admission and employment.
Applicants who have not yet submitted all transcripts and/or other required documentation may be allowed to begin class conditionally, but must provide all required transcripts or documentation by a date established by the Director of Admissions, not to exceed one quarter.
Preparatory College classes may be required for some students. Click here for more information about Preparatory College classes and Department of Education Services.
The Art Institute of Seattle reserves the right to request any additional information necessary to evaluate an applicant's potential for academic success.
Prospective students are encouraged to visit The Art Institute, although a visit is not a condition of enrollment. Arrangements for an interview and tour of The Art Institute may be made by telephone or by letter addressed to: Director of Admissions, The Art Institute of Seattle, 2323 Elliott Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121. Call toll-free 1.800.275.2471, or locally 1.206.448.6600, or email aisadm@aii.edu