San Francisco's largest private art and design university, built for students who want professional creative careers.
San Francisco, USA
#1 in California
Consistently among top-ranked in the USA
Graduates show annually at New York Fashion Week
NASAD-accredited (National Association of Schools of Art and Design)
Over 10,000 students across on-campus and online programs
MFA Animation & Visual Effects
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:6.5, TOEFL:79
BFA Fashion Design
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Jan, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:6.0, TOEFL:61
MFA Graphic Design
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:6.5, TOEFL:79
BFA Game Design
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Jan, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:6.0, TOEFL:61
MFA Interior Architecture & Design
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:6.5, TOEFL:79
BFA Advertising
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Jan, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:6.0, TOEFL:61
NASAD-accredited programs — one of few art universities with this national recognition.
Fashion graduates show at New York Fashion Week — real industry exposure before graduation.
Animation alumni work at Pixar, DreamWorks, and ILM — strong Hollywood pipeline.
Open enrollment policy — admissions based on portfolio potential, not just grades.
Animation and VFX graduates land roles at Pixar, DreamWorks, and Industrial Light & Magic.
Fashion alumni place collections at New York Fashion Week and join labels like Nike and Levi's.
Graphic design and advertising graduates enter agencies including TBWA, Ogilvy, and in-house brand teams.
Game design alumni join studios such as EA, Ubisoft, and independent game developers.
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The campus spreads across 40 buildings in San Francisco's city center, putting studios, galleries, and production facilities within walking distance of each other.
San Francisco is home to major tech, fashion, and design companies, giving students access to internships and industry events year-round.
Valid F-1 student visa required
Form I-20 from university
Proof of financial support
Academic transcripts (English)
English proficiency score (IELTS/TOEFL)
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
