The Art Institute of Tucson in Arizona - Design, Fashion, Culinary, and Media Arts Programs
Welcome to The Art Institute of Tucson!
As you explore our Web site, I hope you'll discover what makes our school stand out as a distinctive creative institution and what we can offer you. You can also learn what it's like to receive your education in picturesque Tucson, Arizona. This is an area of the world where it's easy to find inspiration through the diversity of cultures and communities and the beauty of your surroundings.
This is a city where the weather is almost always mild, making it the perfect place for all types of outdoor activities; horseback riding, biking, rock climbing, golfing, and hiking are just some of the things that you can enjoy while on a break from your classes. National and state parks abound in Tucson when you want to take in the natural surroundings and wildlife. The city also caters to the arts community with museums and galleries as well as the symphony, opera, and theater. And, of course, Tucson is home to a bustling nightlife for those looking to dine and dance at night after studying all day.
At The Art Institute of Tucson, we strive to provide an environment in which students can experience success and meet the challenges of a creative education. As a student here, you'll spend time and learn with like-minded students and faculty - artists who think like you and are excited by the creative energy you bring. Some of our students are recent high school graduates, others have sampled different college programs, and still others are embarking on a career change. What they all have in common is an enthusiasm for their art - and a desire to channel that enthusiasm into a career.
The Art Institutes system of schools has a long, proud history of providing postsecondary education programs in design, media arts, culinary arts, and fashion. The Art Institute of Tucson carries on an impressive tradition of excellence. Here you'll find staff and faculty committed to your success - a student-centered approach that helps students like you transform your passion into exciting new careers. Launching these careers is a result of the combination of instructors with experience and expertise in their fields, programs that apply hands-on experience to real-world projects, and industry-related facilities and technologies to support our programs.
About Us
The Art Institute of Tucson is located in one of the most beautiful areas of the country - Tucson, Arizona. Tucson is a fast-growing, progressive metropolitan area with an incredibly rich cultural heritage. Arizona, also known as the Grand Canyon state, today combines the cultures of the United States and Mexico with continued influence from past settlement by Native Americans, Spanish explorers, and Anglo frontiersmen. The result is a diverse mix of people, architecture, food, and communities that serve as a catalyst for inspiring our students' creativity.
Our students are able to study Design, Media Arts, and Culinary Arts among postcard images of the deserts and mountains. With all of the city life amenities and natural beauty found in Tucson, The Art Institute of Tucson provides our students with the perfect backdrop for an education in the creative arts.
No matter what your area of interest, you will find a supportive environment at The Art Institute of Tucson. Earn your bachelor's or associate's degree in fields as diverse as culinary management, graphic design, interior design, and web design. Love to cook? Culinary classes could be the right fit for you. Know how to really sell something? A degree in Advertising could be what you're looking for.
At The Art Institute of Tucson, you'll find small class sizes and caring faculty members whose real-world experience enhances your education. Pursue a career-focused education where your passion can lead to a profession. Let us help you turn your educational goals into a reality.
Our Mission
The mission of The Art Institute of Tucson is to provide quality education that will prepare students for an entry-level position in their chosen field of study. The college offers a stimulating learning environment where committed and talented students, led by dedicated and professional faculty, can develop their creativity and increase their knowledge. The Art Institute of Tucson strives to be a leader in design and culinary arts education.
We aim to achieve the following objectives:
*Provide students with the foundation to become lifelong learners.
*Support the creative diversity of our students and share in the development of their artistic and academic potential.
*Promote student success.
*Provide academic excellence.
*Encourage mutual respect, active participation, and collaboration.
*Cultivate an environment that fosters regional, national, and global awareness.
*Encourage learner esponsibility.
*Teach industry-driven curricula.
*Provide excellent service to students.
*Meet the evolving needs of the marketplace.
*Encourage academic freedom of instructors in a learner-centered environment.
*Create partnerships within the community.
*Recruit qualified faculty with appropriate academic credentials and professional experience.
*Provide meaningful assistance to our graduates.
*Operate with integrity and cultivate integrity within our students.
Accreditation
The Art Institute of Tucson is owned and operated by The Art Institutes International LLC, which through two intermediary limited liability companies is a subsidiary of Education Management Corporation, located at 210 Sixth Avenue, 33rd Floor, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222-2603, 412.562.0900, Fax number 412.995.7666.
The Art Institute of Tucson is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award Bachelor of Arts degrees and Associate of Applied Science degrees. ACICS can be reached at 750 First Street NE, Suite 980, Washington, DC, 20002-4241, 202.336.6780. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United State Department of Education and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
The Art Institute of Tucson is licensed by The Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education. The Art Institute of Tucson is approved and regulated by the Arizona Department of Higher Education, a division of private occupational schools, and the Commission of Higher Education, and is a member of the Arizona Private School Association.
The Art Institute of Tucson is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students and most programs are approved for training of veterans and other eligible persons.