The Art Institute of Houston
- 1900 Yorktown Street
- Houston, TX 77056
- OPEID College Code: 02117100
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- General Phone: (713) 623-2040
- President: Larry Horn
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's Degree
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 1,793

The Art Institute of Houston - Details
The Art Institute of Houston Campus Map
Other Campus Locations
- The Art Institute of Austin
- Austin, TX 78728
- 141.2 Miles Away
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.aih.aii.edu

- Mission Statement
- The mission of The Art Institute of Houston is to provide a quality, collaborative academic environment for individuals seeking creative careers through higher education.
Baccalaureate and associate degrees are competency based, incorporating traditional liberal arts and hands-on instruction. Faculty use learning-centered methodology that prepares students for career entry in the design, visual and culinary arts fields as well as continued professional development.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Schools of Art, Music, and Design
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.artinstitutes.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2006
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2006
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 479 | 822 | 1,301 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 280 (58%) | 436 (53%) | 716 (55%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 257 (92%) | 419 (96%) | 676 (94%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 89%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 84% | 45% | - | 42% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $11,858 | $3,540 | $6,599 | $1,660 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 11.4% | 7.2% | 2.3% |
| Number in Default | 81 | 61 | 22 |
| Number in Repayment | 709 | 837 | 923 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2008-09 | 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $22,600 | $20,900 | $20,152 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $22,600 | $20,900 | $20,152 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $22,600 | $20,900 | $20,152 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,700 | $2,200 | $2,175 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $15,276 | $16,400 | $11,288 |
| Other Expenses | $7,300 | $8,000 | $7,620 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,032 | $11,600 | $10,920 |
| Other Expenses | $7,300 | $8,000 | $7,620 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $7,300 | $8,000 | $7,620 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $46,876 | $47,500 | $41,235 |
| In-State | $46,876 | $47,500 | $41,235 |
| Out of State | $46,876 | $47,500 | $41,235 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $42,632 | $42,700 | $40,867 |
| In-State | $42,632 | $42,700 | $40,867 |
| Out of State | $42,632 | $42,700 | $40,867 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $31,600 | $31,100 | $29,947 |
| In-State | $31,600 | $31,100 | $29,947 |
| Out of State | $31,600 | $31,100 | $29,947 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication Technology | |||
| Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degree | - | - | 47 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |||
| Web and Digital Design Degree | - | 13 | 19 |
| Personal and Culinary Services | |||
| Baking and Pastry Degree | - | 21 | - |
| Culinary Arts Degree | - | 100 | 14 |
| Culinary Arts, Other Degree | 11 | - | - |
| Restaurant, Culinary and Catering Management Degree | - | 12 | - |
| Visual and Performing Arts | |||
| Commercial and Advertising Art Degree | - | 19 | 54 |
| Interior Design Degree | - | - | 68 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,793 Undergraduate: 1,793
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 762 Female: 1,031
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 762 Female: 1,031
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,228 Part-Time: 565
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,228 Part-Time: 565
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 1 | 0.06% |
| Black | 116 | 6% |
| Asian | 53 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 183 | 10% |
| White | 313 | 17% |
| Unknown | 1,127 | 63% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 6 | 0.3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 289 | 16% |
| Ages 20-21 | 396 | 22% |
| Ages 22-24 | 385 | 21% |
| Ages 25-29 | 327 | 18% |
| Ages 30-34 | 93 | 5% |
| Ages 35-39 | 52 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 34 | 2% |
| Ages 50-65 | 16 | 0.9% |
| Age Over 65 | 2 | 0.1% |
| Age Uknown | 193 | 11% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 228 | 187 | 41 |
| Faculty Status | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Primarily Instruction | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 37 | 37 | - |
| Other Professionals | 65 | 65 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 35 | 35 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 28 | 28 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 4 | 4 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,050 (50) | $49,324 (32) | $48,563 (18) |
| Instructor | $49,050 (50) | $49,324 (32) | $48,563 (18) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $40,133 (50) | $40,357 (32) | $39,734 (18) |
| Instructor | $40,133 (50) | $40,357 (32) | $39,734 (18) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 91%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 25%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 49% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 48% |
| Female | 49% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 48% |
| Asian | 61% |
| Hispanic | 62% |
| White | 61% |
| Unknown | 23% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 10 | 5 |
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