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American Academy of Art College

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Student to faculty ratio 6 to 1
Students retention rate 70%
On-time graduation rate 57%

Located in Chicago, Illinois, American Academy of Art College is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of American Academy of Art College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

American Academy of Art College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 6-to-1, American Academy of Art College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The student retention rate of 70% at American Academy of Art College suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

In-State Tuition & Fees

$36,482

Cost of attendance at American Academy of Art College in 2022 for students from Illinois.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Illinois's average $13,029
National average $17,868

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$36,482

Cost of attendance at American Academy of Art College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Illinois's average $19,104
National average $17,869

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 67 of freshman students at American Academy of Art College received on average $19,206 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$19,206
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 11 41% $4,622 $50,841
Other Federal Grant 11 41% $5,245 $57,697
State Grant/Scholarships 10 37% $4,441 $44,411
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 15 56% $16,240 $243,600
Total Grant & Scholarships 18 67% $19,206 $345,708

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of American Academy of Art College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of American Academy of Art College students is 56.9%. Female students graduated at a rate of 52.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 63.6%.

56.9%

  • African American 40.0% 2 students
  • white 56.7% 17 students
  • hispanic 61.9% 13 students

Service Offerings

American Academy of Art College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

American Academy of Art College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad

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