The Art Institute of Austin

The mission of The Art Institute of Houston and its branch campuses, The Art Institute of Austin and The Art Institute of San Antonio, is to provide a quality, collaborative academic environment for individuals seeking creative careers through higher education. As a private, multi-campus college, our bachelor degrees, associate degrees, and diploma programs incorporate traditional liberal arts, professional education, and management level competencies with hands-on instruction. Faculty use learning-centered methodology to prepare students for entry- level positions in the design, media, fashion, and culinary arts fields as well as lifelong learning.

At The Art Institute of Austin, we pride ourselves in developing creative minds so that they can do great things. Of course, none of this would be possible without our team of passionate instructors and motivated staff. The hands-on education we provide produces knowledgeable, capable graduates with a rich skill set to utilize in navigating the challenges and rewards of the creative world.

Being located in Austin also provides a very special experience for our students. Austin is a city where we strive to “keep it weird,” and in doing so, it is an arts magnet. The city houses and sustains live music, digital exploration, design, fashion, and film, and has an ever-growing foodie scene. Our relationship to the local arts scene is something we take great pride in, as it is often these unique experiences that provide impactful and eye-opening opportunities for our students.

We’re all about helping connect you to a creative career where you do what you love. And a big part of that is connecting you with new people and places, and gathering new experiences outside the classroom. We’re here to help you explore the campus and the city, and get involved in organizations, clubs and activities, on and off campus. Because all those experiences enrich not only your life, but your creativity.

You’ll work hard to earn your degree. We’ll work just as hard to help you launch your career. At The Art Institutes, your instructors will do everything they can to help you build the marketable skills and mental toughness to compete in the real world. But the support doesn’t end there. Our Career Services team offers a bundle of valuable resources to help you plan and launch your professional future.

The Art Institute of Austin's Department of Student Services is committed to providing comprehensive student services that promotes student engagement, growth, and development for all students. Student Services does this by providing coordinated, intentional services that supports all of our students' individual academic and personal development.

The Art Institutes provide accommodations to qualified students with disabilities. The Office of Disability Support Services assists all qualified students with disabilities in acquiring reasonable and appropriate accommodations and in supporting equal access to services, programs and activities at The Art Institutes.

You’re about to start a journey from creative thinker to creative professional. At every step of the way, you’ll be challenged and supported, pushed and inspired, and surrounded by others who share your passion, your spirit, and your goals.

If you’re ready to go even further, do even more, and work even harder than you ever have before, you’ve come to the right place. There’s nothing easy about a creative education at The Art Institutes system of schools. But we'll do everything we can to help you bring out your best and help you develop the skills to turn your passion into your career. With your creativity and our mentoring and support, the future is yours. First things first.

At The Art Institutes system of schools, we share your passion for creativity—and your concerns about how to afford the cost of a creative education. And we’re committed to doing everything we can to ease those concerns so you can focus on pursuing your calling.

No two students come at the same creative challenge the same way. Nor do they come to The Art Institutes with the same career goals and lifestyles. Whether you’re going straight from high school and planning to study full-time, or looking to change careers or grow in the one you have, you want a degree option that works for you. So we have a range of degree and non-degree programs designed to help you do anything from becoming more proficient in your job to taking your professional skills to a higher level.

You’re committed to pursuing a creative education. And we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way. That includes doing everything we can to help make your schooling as affordable as possible. A one-on-one meeting with a Student Financial Services officer is the first step toward working your way through a process than can seem daunting.

Schedule an appointment to receive individualized financial aid counseling that’ll answer all your questions and get you started toward a future where you do what you love.