by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 6,124 undergraduates in 2020, Academy of Art University is a for-profit university located in San Francisco, California. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Academy of Art University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Academy of Art University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Academy of Art University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Academy of Art University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Academy of Art University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs and there is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Academy of Art University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Academy of Art University for Veterans Guide.
Academy of Art University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
There were 6,124 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 2,882 (47.1%). Part-time attendance was 3,242 (52.9%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 2,882 | 3,242 | 6,124 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Academy of Art University receives top marks for overall diversity. We rank Academy of Art University #22 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Academy of Art University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Academy of Art University Diversity Guide.
Academy of Art University has a total of 227 student athletes, 105 men and 122 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $7,034,942 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $7,034,942 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Academy of Art University Athletics