Acceptance Rate = The percentage of students admitted out of applications received in a given year.
All around you, artists, designers and craftspeople are pursuing their passions and doing what they love. They dare to be different, and take the road less travelled. You may know exactly what you want, or the future may still be a bit fuzzy. But inside of you exists an undeniable creative force that needs to be explored. You want to be a part of this world. To express your ideas, challenge others, and create what’s never been considered before. At Alberta University of the Arts, you’ll develop your creative abilities in our studios, enhance your critical thinking and problem solving skills, and grow an entrepreneurial spirit. The studio-based education features two BFA and BDes undergraduate degrees, and one MFA post-graduate degree program. You’ll interact with business, culture and society in new and exciting ways. And if you have a travel bug, you can participate in our student travel programs throughout the world. You’ll develop your creative abilities in our studios, enhance your critical thinking and problem solving skills, and grow an entrepreneurial spirit. You’ll interact with business, culture and society in new and exciting ways. And if you have a travel bug, you can participate in our student travel programs throughout the world. You’re standing at the crossroads of a big decision. We’re here to help with that – we’d love to see you walk through our doors.
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MAJORS OFFERED:CeramicsBachelors Degree
Masters Degree
DrawingBachelors Degree
FiberBachelors Degree
Masters Degree
GlassBachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Jewelry & MetalsBachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Media Arts & Digital TechnologiesBachelors Degree
PaintingBachelors Degree
PhotographyBachelors Degree
Print MediaBachelors Degree
SculptureBachelors Degree
Visual Communications DesignBachelors Degree
AnimationBachelors degree
CeramicsBachelors degree
ComicsBachelors degree
FiberBachelors degree
GlassBachelors degree
Jewelry & MetalsBachelors degree
Media Arts & Digital TechnologiesBachelors degree
Object Design and FabricationBachelors degree
Print MediaBachelors degree
Print MediaBachelors degree
Visual Communications DesignBachelors degree
This program is Residential.
FULL-TIME | |
TUITION | $ 19,273 |
MANDATORY FEES | 1,132 |
BOOKS & SUPPLIES | 2,806 |
ON-CAMPUS ROOM & BOARD | N/A |
OFF-CAMPUS ROOM & BOARD | 0 |
OTHER | — |
NOTE: Cost of attendance at Canadian schools is shown here in US dollars. The tuition shown reflects the cost for international (non-Canadian) students. If you are a Canadian citizen planning to study at a Canadian institution, tuition costs will be lower. Please check with individual schools.
Acceptance Rate = The percentage of students admitted out of applications received in a given year.
UNDERGRADUATE FTE1 = 1,101
UNDERGRADUATE
FULL-TIME | 1,084 |
PART-TIME | 43 |
NOTE 1: "Full-Time Equivalent" is the common way to measure the relative size of colleges. This adjusts for differences in the percentage of part-time students (or faculty). For example: one full-time student = 1 FTE; three half-time students = 1.5 FTE, etc.
APPLICATION: | Required |
ONLINE APPLICATION: | Required |
APPLICATION FEES: | 90 (approximate) |
HOME EXAM: | Not Required |
INTERVIEW: | Not Required |
ESSAY: | Required |
SAT / ACT: | Required |
PORTFOLIO: | Required |
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: | Not Required |
IELTS: | Required, depending on program |
TOEFL: | Required, depending on program |
TRANSCRIPTS
HIGH SCHOOL: | Required |
COLLEGE: | Required, if transferring |
FACULTY FTE1 = 79
FULL-TIME | 41 |
PART-TIME | 56 |
STUDENT/FACULTY RATIO: FALL 2022
14.1 TO 1
FTE STUDENTS PER FTE FACULTY1
FRESHMAN RETENTION
FALL 2020 FRESHMEN RETURNING IN FALL 2021 |
78% |
FALL 2021 FRESHMEN RETURNING IN FALL 2022 |
77% |
SIX-YEAR GRADUATION RATE
FALL 2015 FRESHMEN GRADUATING WITHIN SIX YEARS |
54% |
FALL 2016 FRESHMEN GRADUATING WITHIN SIX YEARS |
50% |
UNDERGRADUATE ETHNICITY
FALL 2022THIS DATA IS NOT COLLECTED.
UNDERGRADUATE GENDER DISTRIBUTION
FALL 2022NEW STUDENT GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION2
FALL 2022Artstream Bridging Program
Block Transfer Agreement
Continuing Education non-credit courses
Pre-College Program
Spring Session (Undergraduate)
Summer Session (Undergraduate)
Teen Programs
Aahwaatkamooksi Indigenous peer mentorship program
Academic Advising
Accademic Acommodations
Emerging Art Writers Program
Exchange & Study Abroad Program
Financial Aid Office
Illingworth Ker Professional Gallery
International support services
Local Community Partnerships
Lodgepole Center
Peer Helper Program Student Ambassadors
Peer Mentors
Student Run Galleries
Students Association
Students Association Job Board
Students Association Show and Sale
Tutoring and Writing Centre
Visiting Artist Program
Work Integrated Learning
AICAD Exchange partnerships
Mental Health Counselling
NOTE 1: "Full-Time Equivalent" is the common way to measure the relative size of colleges. This adjusts for differences in the percentage of part-time students (or faculty). For example: one full-time student = 1 FTE; three half-time students = 1.5 FTE, etc. NOTE 2: Geographic distribution is reported for first-time degree/certificate-seeking undergraduates. NOTE 3: Includes all institutional scholarships and grants, but does not include College Work Study or third party awards.