The Art Institute of Phoenix

In 1995, The Art Institute of Phoenix opened its doors and the first class of students started in January 1996. One of 35 locations of The Art Institutes located throughout North America, The Art Institute of Phoenix has grown from its original class of 45 students to more than 1200 students in fall 2003.

The Art Institute’s programs include associate's and bachelor's degrees in a wide variety of design, media arts, and culinary arts programs. These programs are offered on a year-round basis, enabling students to work continuously toward their degrees. The faculty, many of whom are working professionals, strives to strengthen students' skills and cultivate their talents through well-designed curricula.


A Population of Creative Minds
Students are attracted to The Art Institute of Phoenix from across the nation and around the world. Many have just graduated from high school; others seek new or expanded careers after considerable employment experience. What they all have in common is a keen desire to learn the creative skills they will need to apply their talents in successful careers.

These eager students, with their wide variety of talents, are guided by a faculty of men and women with the same kinds of creative minds. Many of the instructors enjoy successful careers of their own in the fields to which their students aspire. Many have years of experience teaching their skills and preparing students for success.
The Art Institute of Phoenix is one of The Art Institutes (www.artinstitutes.edu), with 35 education institutions located throughout North America, providing an important source of design, media arts, fashion and culinary professionals. The parent company of The Art Institutes, Education Management Corporation ( www.edmc.com ) is among the largest providers of private post-secondary education in North America, based on student enrollment and revenue. EDMC's education institutions have a total of 75 locations in 25 states and two Canadian provinces and offer a broad range of academic programs concentrated in the media arts, design, fashion, culinary arts, behavioral sciences, health sciences, education, information technology, legal studies and business fields, culminating in the award of associate's through doctoral degrees. EDMC has provided career-oriented education for over 40 years.


Institutional Accreditation
The Art Institute of Phoenix is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award bachelor's degrees, associate's degrees, and diplomas. ACICS is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education. Its accreditation of degree granting institutions is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). ACICS can be reached at 750 First Street NE, Suite 980, Washington, D.C. 20002. Telephone: 1.202.336.6780.


Program Accreditation
The Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts degree program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation (ACF). The Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design degree program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation.

In addition, The Art Institute of Phoenix carries the following accreditations and memberships:

* Licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education
* Certified by the U.S. Department of Education
* All programs approved for Veteran's Benefits
* Arizona Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, Member
* Better Business Bureau, Member
* Student Chapter of International Interior Design Association (IIDA)
* Student Chapter of American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)
* Student Chapter of SIGGRAPH
* Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, Member
* Glendale Chamber of Commerce, Member
* Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau, Member
* National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, Member

The major certificates of accreditation or membership are on display in the halls of the school. Those which are not on display may be viewed by directing a written request to the appropriate school official.


Facilities and Resources

Located in a four-story building in the northwest section of Phoenix, The Art Institute of Phoenix enjoys scenic mountain views from many of its large picture windows.

Classroom and computer laboratory facilities are clean and well-maintained and overseen by a full-time technology manager. The Culinary Arts kitchens are spacious and filled with commercial equipment typically found in a production environment.

In addition to general-purpose classrooms, The Art Institute of Phoenix also provides many specialized resources to help enrich our educational experience:

Labs & Special-Use Facilities
Students sharpen their computer skills in one of the many computer labs at the school. Thanks to the small student to teacher ratio at the Institute, instructors work closely to monitor the progress of each student.

Life drawing labs offer students the opportunity to sketch from live models. Students learn how to transfer knowledge of live models to their animated counterparts.

The Video Production studio & control room give real-life opportunities for students to create and produce short video elements for use in broadcast, public service, and other digital media. Video shot in the studio and outside the school can be incorporated into other presentations such as game designs or animations.

The Audio Production studio enables students to create and record their own sound effects for use in their various class productions.

Baking & Pastry, Production, and A la Carte kitchens are run by chef instructors and students who produce mouth-watering foodstuffs on a daily basis. The A La Carte kitchen also serves The Gallery Café, the students’ dining lab. The Café is open to the public for lunch on Wednesdays through Fridays and for dinner on Thursdays and Fridays during the fall and winter terms.

Supply Store
The Supply Store sells books and art supplies necessary for the successful student. Clothing, hobby items, and food are also available.

The Learning Resource Center
Filled with books, periodicals, CD-ROMs, videos, DVDs, and on-line resources, the Learning Resource Center is open to students Monday through Saturday.

The Gallery
National and local exhibits, changed monthly, are on display. Student and faculty art is also scheduled during the year. Receptions are held frequently allowing the students to meet with visiting artists.

The Gallery Café
The Gallery Café provides an inviting atmosphere for students, staff, and visitors. Surrounded by Gallery exhibits, soft lights, and soothing music, the Café offers diners enjoyment of a terrific meal at a reasonable price while culinary arts students showcase their work.

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