Hussian School of Art

The Bourse Suite 300 111 S. Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
Tel: (215)574-9600
Private for-profit | 140 students
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COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Hussian School of Art serves 140 students (100% of students are full-time).
  • The school's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the college average of 21:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body.
  • Hussian School of Art is one of 13 community colleges within Philadelphia County, PA.

School Overview:
Hussian School of Art
Community College Avg.
Institution Level At least 2 but less than 4 years At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control Private for-profit Public
Instructional Staff Total
(research/public service staff included)		 8 staff 63 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment 140 students 1,418 students
Student / Staff Ratio 1:18 1:21
# Full-Time Students		 140 students 1,262 students
 
% American Indian/Alaskan		 - 1%
% Asian		 - 2%
% Hawaiian		 - 1%
% Hispanic		 - 6%
% Black		 - 15%
% White		 - 62%
% Two or more races		 - 2%
Finances and Admission
In-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $13,615 $4,485
 
Out-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $13,615 $8,679
 
Percent Admitted 91% 69%

School Notes:

  • The Hussian School of Art is a four-year professional career school dedicated exclusively to the Graphic Arts. Our main objectives are: to give students as much real world experience as possible before they ever look for a job; and to ensure each student receives a well-rounded, well-founded design and illustration education that integrates the best of traditional media with the exciting possibilities of evolving new media.
  • The college offers a Graphics Arts vurriculum in Advertising and Illustration. First year includes basic foundation courses to develop a comprehensive understanding of the theory, vocabulary and techniques common to all visual arts. In the second year, Intermediate and Advanced courses are covered to further enhance a working knowledge of the tools, equipment, technology and elements of problem-solving in design. In the third year student focus on major; Advertising or Illustration. In the fourth year full concentration on Advertising or Illustration major. Courses emphasize refinement of creative and artistic skills and preparation of professional portfolio.
  • Hussian School of Art is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).

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