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Academy of Art University

San Francisco, CA

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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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Training

•60-unit Associate of Arts curriculum covering Meisner, Voice and Speech, Movement, Improvisation, script analysis, and on-camera scene work

•Students begin reel development and camera-focused acting practice while building foundational technique

BFA Pathway

•Official curriculum is designed for a seamless transition into Academy of Art University's BFA Acting program

•Campus-based study gives students access to School of Acting coursework and facilities in San Francisco

Professional Preparation

•Coursework includes Reel Development, Making Creative Choices for Camera, Characters & Backstory, and professional audition readiness

•School of Acting training emphasizes film, television, voiceover, and stage career preparation

School Info

Snapshot

34%

Grad Rate

3.6K

Enrollment

$39K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$32,784

Before aid

Average Net Price

$40,613

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

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Program Highlights

Training

•60-unit Associate of Arts curriculum covering Meisner, Voice and Speech, Movement, Improvisation, script analysis, and on-camera scene work

•Students begin reel development and camera-focused acting practice while building foundational technique

BFA Pathway

•Official curriculum is designed for a seamless transition into Academy of Art University's BFA Acting program

•Campus-based study gives students access to School of Acting coursework and facilities in San Francisco

Professional Preparation

•Coursework includes Reel Development, Making Creative Choices for Camera, Characters & Backstory, and professional audition readiness

•School of Acting training emphasizes film, television, voiceover, and stage career preparation

Program Highlights

Training

•60-unit Associate of Arts curriculum covering Meisner, Voice and Speech, Movement, Improvisation, script analysis, and on-camera scene work

•Students begin reel development and camera-focused acting practice while building foundational technique

BFA Pathway

•Official curriculum is designed for a seamless transition into Academy of Art University's BFA Acting program

•Campus-based study gives students access to School of Acting coursework and facilities in San Francisco

Professional Preparation

•Coursework includes Reel Development, Making Creative Choices for Camera, Characters & Backstory, and professional audition readiness

•School of Acting training emphasizes film, television, voiceover, and stage career preparation

Key Info

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Fee

$50Waiver

Deadline

Spring 2026Jan 19, 2026

Summer 2026Jun 8, 2026

Fall 2026Aug 24, 2026

Good to Know

Program Format

•Available on campus in San Francisco

•Fall, Spring, and Summer entry terms are published by Admissions

Application Portal

•Apply through Academy of Art University's online application

BFA Pathway

•The AA curriculum is designed to prepare students for a transition into the BFA Acting program

Transfer Pathway

This is a transfer pathway degree built to transfer into a four-year program. Confirm which universities it articulates to, and which credits carry over, before you enroll.

What's The Process

Admission Process

•No audition or portfolio is required for admission

•Admission is based on the university application and proof of high school graduation or equivalency

•Official or unofficial high school, college, or military transcripts may be used when applicable

School Info

Snapshot

34%

Grad Rate

3.6K

Enrollment

$39K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$32,784

Before aid

Average Net Price

$40,613

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Training

•60-unit Associate of Arts curriculum covering Meisner, Voice and Speech, Movement, Improvisation, script analysis, and on-camera scene work

•Students begin reel development and camera-focused acting practice while building foundational technique

BFA Pathway

•Official curriculum is designed for a seamless transition into Academy of Art University's BFA Acting program

•Campus-based study gives students access to School of Acting coursework and facilities in San Francisco

Professional Preparation

•Coursework includes Reel Development, Making Creative Choices for Camera, Characters & Backstory, and professional audition readiness

•School of Acting training emphasizes film, television, voiceover, and stage career preparation

Updated 10m ago