Excited? Confused? Nervous? Not to worry. Thousands of successful Ai grads were right where you are now. They followed their dreams, got an Ai education, and are doing what they love. You can, too.

Here’s how the admissions process works.
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Here’s exactly what to expect in your interview, and insider tips for making it a success!
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It’s a blast! You’ll meet students just like yourself, and experienced instructors with innovative skills in current industry trends. Each location has a broad range of student clubs and activities, as well as info and connections for the best each location’s city has to offer.

Don’t just take our word for it. Check out student life at The Art Institutes.
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The best way to check us out is by dropping in, in person. You can see what it’s like, ask questions, and mingle with students and instructors. Come to an Ai Open House event.

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If you want to explore program areas, many Ai locations have hands-on Summer Workshop programs in Design, Media Arts, Fashion, and Culinary Arts for high school juniors! Some locations have programs for sophomores, also.

Be sure to ask about Summer Workshop programs your location may sponsor.

Financial aid is available for those who qualify, and our financial aid reps can hook you up with a broad range of scholarship and loan option info.

How the financial aid process works.
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Info on scholarships, including our Student Competitions. You can enter to be awarded money for school!
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If you’re inspired by the Food Network’s hit primetime series The Next Iron Chef click to learn about a scholarship opportunity.
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