The Art Institute of Washington

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The Art Institute of Washington provides education programs that prepare students to pursue entry-level careers in the creative arts. Programs of study are designed with the support and contributions of the professional community. The curricula are reviewed regularly to help ensure that students are trained to meet the needs of a changing marketplace. The Art Institute of Washington offers fourteen bachelor’s degree programs and seven associate degree programs.

The student population includes recent high school graduates, transfer students, and those who have left a previous employment situation to study and train for a new career. Students are creative, competitive, and open to new ideas. They place great value on an education that prepares them for an exciting entry-level position in the arts.

The school’s blend of theoretical study and practical skill building gives graduates a foundation on which to build creative goals. Students who attend The Art Institute of Washington are given opportunities to develop leadership skills and build relationships within their fields.

Services are available to assist students with resume writing, networking, and keeping abreast of what employers are looking for in job applicants.

Getting involved and becoming an active participant in the school is an important part of a student’s educational experience. Many activities take place each quarter that provide opportunities for students to connect with peers, members of the staff and faculty, and members of the local community. Student ambassadors assist new students in their adjustment to the college and serve as hosts to important visitors. Students may also join student clubs, get involved in student leadership functions, and participate in social events, including student art shows. Art Institute of Washington students also volunteer for local charities.

Residential communities provide a living-learning environment that is conducive to study, relaxation, and entertainment. The Art Institute of Washington provides housing in the Rosslyn neighborhood of Arlington. Apartments are carpeted and fully furnished and include a washer and dryer. Residence life advisers live on-site to assist students with academic and personal matters and to organize a wide variety of social and educational programs.

The Art Institute of Washington is a branch campus of The Art Institute of Atlanta. The Art Institute of Atlanta is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of The Art Institute of Atlanta.

The Associate in Arts degree in culinary arts and the Bachelor of Science degree in culinary arts management at The Art Institute of Atlanta; and the Associate in Arts degree in culinary arts at The Art Institute of Washington are accredited by the American Culinary Federation Foundation, Inc. Accrediting Commission.

Located in Arlington, Virginia, directly across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., The Art Institute of Washington occupies the ground floor and the ninth through twelfth floors of the Ames Center. The area is home to a variety of activities, including professional sports, first-rate theatrical and musical entertainment, beautiful parks, and cultural events. Some of the most popular places to visit are the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam and Korean War Memorials, Arlington National Cemetery, Smithsonian Institution and Museums, and Capitol Building. The Arlington community is home to the Fashion Center at Pentagon City, with its more than 150 stores, and the Crystal City Underground and Plaza Shops, which hosts more than 120 retail shops. In addition, Arlington has more than 170 county parks and playgrounds, including over 80 miles of bicycle routes and jogging trails.

Bachelor’s degrees are available in advertising, audio production, culinary arts management, digital filmmaking & video production, fashion & retail management, food & beverage management, game art & design, graphic design, interior design, media arts & animation, photographic imaging, visual & game programming, visual effects & motion graphics, and Web design & interactive media.

Associate degrees are offered in audio production, culinary arts, graphic design, photographic imaging, video production, Web design & interactive media, and wine, spirits, & beverage management.

Diploma programs are available in advertising design, commercial photography, culinary arts–baking & pastry, culinary arts–culinary skills, digital design, video skills, and Web design.

The academic year is divided into four quarters, beginning in January, April, July, and October. Students may begin their program of study during any quarter. Bachelor’s degrees require the completion of 192 credit hours, and associate degree programs require completion of 96 to 112 credit hours.

The school’s setting in the Ames Center consists of classrooms, studios, computer labs, a student lounge, administrative offices for staff and faculty members, and a Learning Resource Center with a library and reference materials. The building also houses the student counseling center, the tutoring center, teaching kitchens and dining lab, an art supply store, and an exhibition gallery, as well as a television studio and sound stage.

Tuition cost varies by program. Prospective students should contact the school for current tuition costs. Other charges include a starting kit for all first-quarter students. Kits vary in price, depending on the program of study.

Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Students who require financial assistance should first complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and meet with a financial aid officer.

The Art Institute of Washington faculty consists of full-time and part-time members, many of whom have professional experience in their industries. The faculty prides itself on building close personal relationships with the students. Most faculty and staff members maintain an informal, open-door policy and are available for student questions and suggestions.

Prospective students must interview, either by telephone or in person, with a member of the admissions staff in order to explore the student’s background and interests and how they relate to The Art Institute of Washington’s programs. To apply, students must submit a completed application for admission, including an essay, high school transcripts or General Educational Development (GED) test scores, SAT or ACT scores, and a $50 nonrefundable application fee. Prospective students may apply at any time of the year. Applications may be submitted online or mailed to the school.

For the most recent information regarding admission requirements, please refer to the current academic catalog.

To obtain an application, make arrangements for an interview, or tour the school, students should contact:

The Art Institute of Atlanta®; The Art Institute of Atlanta®–Decatur; The Art Institute of Austin℠, A branch of The Art Institute of Houston; The Art Institute of California℠–Hollywood; The Art Institute of California℠–Inland Empire; The Art Institute of California℠–Los Angeles; The Art Institute of California℠–Orange County; The Art Institute of California℠–Sacramento; The Art Institute of California℠–San Diego; The Art Institute of California℠–San Francisco; The Art Institute of California℠–Sunnyvale; The Art Institute of Charleston℠, A branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta; The Art Institute of Charlotte®; The Art Institute of Colorado®; The Art Institute of Dallas®; The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale®; The Art Institute of Houston®; The Art Institute of Houston–North®; The Art Institute of Indianapolis℠*; The Art Institute of Jacksonville℠, A branch of Miami International University of Art & Design; The Art Institute of Las Vegas®; The Art Institute of Michigan℠; The Art Institute of New York City®; The Art Institute of Ohio℠–Cincinnati**; The Art Institute of Philadelphia®; The Art Institute of Phoenix®; The Art Institute of Pittsburgh®; The Art Institute of Portland®; The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham℠; The Art Institute of Salt Lake City℠; The Art Institute of Seattle®; The Art Institute of Tampa℠, A branch of Miami International University of Art & Design; The Art Institute of Tennessee℠–Nashville, A branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta; The Art Institute of Tucson℠; The Art Institute of Vancouver℠; The Art Institute of Washington℠***, A branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta; The Art Institute of York–Pennsylvania℠; The Art Institutes International–Kansas City℠; The Art Institutes International Minnesota℠; The Illinois Institute of Art®–Chicago; The Illinois Institute of Art®–Schaumburg; Miami International University of Art & Design℠; The New England Institute of Art®.

*The Art Institute of Indianapolis is regulated by the Indiana Commission on Proprietary Education, 302 W. Washington St., Rm. E201, Indianapolis, IN 46204, AC-0080.

**The Art Institute of Ohio–Cincinnati, 8845 Governors Hill Drive, Suite 100, Cincinnati, OH 45249-3317, OH Reg. #04-01-1698B.

***Certified by the State Council of Higher Education to operate in Virginia.