Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CA
Federal IPEDS data · Updated July 26, 2026
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Campus Overview
Academy of Art University is a urban for-profit four-year institution located in San Francisco, CA. It enrolls a mid-sized student body of approximately 5,498 undergraduate students.
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Typical marketing claims from schools like Academy of Art University vs. verified federal data
"Personalized attention in a supportive environment
Student-faculty ratio: 14:1 (est. ~35 students per class)
"Students succeed here
Graduation rate: 34%
"Affordable education with generous financial aid
Avg net price (after aid): $36,761
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