AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ART
- 332 S Michigan Ave
- Chicago, IL 60604
- OPEID College Code: 00162800
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- General Phone: (312) 461-0600
- President: Richard H Otto
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 400
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American Academy of Art - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Website
- www.aaart.edu

- Mission Statement
- The mission of the American Academy of Art is to teach students the traditional and contemporary skills of the professsional artist to enable them to pursue careers in art. Academy graduates will have the professional skills and vision, the knowledge of other disciplines of human achievement, and the attitudes toward lifelong learning needed to succeed in a constantly evolving global job market while contributing to their communities.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Schools of Art, Music, and Design
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.aaart.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 82%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 74% | 20% | - | 7% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $8,287 | $4,689 | - | $9,684 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 9.7% | 8.8% | 5.4% |
| Number in Default | 11 | 10 | 9 |
| Number in Repayment | 113 | 113 | 166 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $24,250 | $23,150 | $22,150 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $24,250 | $23,150 | $22,150 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $24,250 | $23,150 | $22,150 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,354 | $6,354 | $6,354 |
| Other Expenses | $2,756 | $2,756 | $2,756 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,756 | $2,756 | $2,756 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $25,250 | $24,150 | $23,150 |
| In-State | $25,250 | $24,150 | $23,150 |
| Out of State | $25,250 | $24,150 | $23,150 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $34,360 | $33,260 | $32,260 |
| In-State | $34,360 | $33,260 | $32,260 |
| Out of State | $34,360 | $33,260 | $32,260 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $28,006 | $26,906 | $25,906 |
| In-State | $28,006 | $26,906 | $25,906 |
| Out of State | $28,006 | $26,906 | $25,906 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Bachelor | |
|---|---|
| Communication Technology | |
| Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degree | 12 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |
| Web and Digital Design Degree | 1 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | |
| Commercial and Advertising Art Degree | 11 |
| Drawing Degree | 3 |
| Illustration Degree | 30 |
| Painting Degree | 17 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 400 Undergraduate: 400
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 217 Female: 183
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 217 Female: 183
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 312 Part-Time: 88
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 312 Part-Time: 88
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 | 0.3% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 5 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 210 | 53% |
| Ages 20-21 | 124 | 31% |
| Ages 22-24 | 40 | 10% |
| Ages 25-29 | 18 | 5% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1 | 0.3% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1 | 0.3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1 | 0.3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 92 | 54 | 38 |
| Faculty Status | 30 | 27 | 3 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 30 | 27 | 3 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 9 | 9 | - |
| Other Professionals | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 29 | 7 | 22 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $26,997 (10) | $29,843 (5) | $24,150 (5) |
| Instructor | $26,997 (10) | $29,843 (5) | $24,150 (5) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,006 (17) | $54,724 (8) | $43,923 (9) |
| Instructor | $49,006 (17) | $54,724 (8) | $43,923 (9) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $35,245 (27) | $39,032 (13) | $31,728 (14) |
| Instructor | $35,245 (27) | $39,032 (13) | $31,728 (14) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 77%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 50%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 45% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 47% |
| Female | 42% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009