The Art Institute of Fort Worth

The Art Institute of Fort Worth, a campus of South University, is one of The Art Institutes, a system of over fifty schools throughout North America dedicated to providing hands-on education in the creative and applied arts. The Art Institute of Fort Worth offers bachelor's and associate degree programs as well as non-degree programs for students interested in pursuing career opportunities from among tomorrow's 15 million jobs in creative fields like design, fashion, and media arts (based on information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for job growth from 2012 to 2022).

A focused education from The Art Institute of Fort Worth can help students turn their creative energy into a powerful tool that can make a difference in the world. Students are part of a collaborative and supportive community, where experienced instructors provide the guidance and skills needed to pursue a career in the creative economy.

The Art Institute of Fort Worth is also an important resource for creative industry leaders who value the opportunity provided students to learn by using professional-grade technology to build a portfolio of work to show potential employers after graduation.

Accreditation

The Art Institute of Fort Worth is a campus of South University. South University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Questions about the accreditation of South University can be directed to the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; phone: 404-679-4500.

The Art Institute of Fort Worth holds a Certificate of Authorization acknowledging exemption from Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regulations.

Location

Fort Worth has historic stockyards, remarkable museums, a thriving and exciting downtown area, the Texas Motor Speedway, and spectacular annual events. It's also a stimulating environment for students to begin their creative careers at The Art Institute of Fort Worth.

Fort Worth began in 1849 as a lonely Army outpost on a bluff overlooking the Trinity River. Today Fort Worth still embraces its proud western heritage and traditional architecture and design.

The city is home to many multinational corporations including Bell Helicopter, Lockheed Martin, Pier 1 Imports, RadioShack, and FUNimation Entertainment, among others.

Downtown Fort Worth is known mainly for its Art Deco and Beaux Arts-style buildings. A popular place for nightlife and entertainment, the Sundance Square area of downtown offers many restaurants, shops, museums, bars, clubs, movie theaters, performing arts, concerts, and festivals all year round. Most of the buildings there retain their early twentieth-century facades.

Fort Worth is home to several visit-worthy museums. The Kimbell Art Museum not only features an outstanding collection of works, the building itself is considered to be among the world's foremost examples of modern architecture. The Museum of Modern Art and the Amon Carter Museum offer some of the most extensive collections of American art anywhere in the world.

The Fort Worth Zoo, with more than 5,000 animals, has been ranked in the top 10 zoos in the United States. For hiking or canoeing enthusiasts, the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge in northwest Fort Worth has nearly 4,000 acres of natural area and is one of the largest urban parks of its type in the country.

As for pro sports, the Metroplex is home to the Dallas Stars of the NHL and the NBA's Dallas Mavericks, while Cowboys Stadium houses the Dallas Cowboys of the NFL. The ballpark for a Texas Rangers game is just a short drive to Arlington, where Six Flags Over Texas is also located. In addition, NASCAR racing at the Texas Motor Speedway, championship rodeo, and horseracing are available at Lone Star Park.