- The Art Institute of Dallas is a private college for creative professional studies based upon focused and balanced curricula. Our college prepares students for careers in design, media arts and culinary arts by providing an intensive educational environment and by responding to changing technology in order to meet the opportunities of a global economy.
School Highlights
Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas serves 331 students (57% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Private-state tuition: $17,668
- Acceptance Rate: 50%
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 95%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
55 staff
262 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas has declined by 36% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
331 students
4,931 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
23:1

# Full-Time Students
190 students
909 students

# Part-Time Students
141 students
4,022 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
471 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
190 students
890 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
140 students
4,166 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
1 students
47 students


Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students

% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
n/a

% Asian
35%
6%

% Hispanic
1%
46%

% Black
22%
13%

% White
5%
26%

% Hawaiian
29%
n/a

% Two or more races
3%
3%

% Non Resident races
1%
2%

% Unknown races
1%
4%


Diversity Score
0.73
0.70

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.5469%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.2022%
0.3357%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,100
$34,600

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $17,668 is more than the state average of $14,275. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$17,668
$14,275

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
84%

Median Debt for Graduates
$29,453
$10,765

Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500

Acceptance Rate
50%
72%

Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- The Art Institute of Dallas is a design, media arts and culinary arts post-secondary school offering bachelor's and associate's degrees in Culinary Arts, Graphic Design, Advertising, Interior Design, Digital Media Production, Video Production, Fashion Design, Interactive Media Design and Media Arts & Animation. The school is one of over 40 Art Institutes located in major cities throughout North America. The school was designed with the creative student in mind. Spacious classrooms and equipped studios, professional skills kitchens and both Mac and PC computer labs offer a productive working atmosphere to explore and render creativity. The school also includes a library resource center, student gallery, student deli, an art supply store, staff and faculty offices and other amenities. Also on campus is the Chef's Gallery, a restaurant open to the public that's operated by senior level culinary students and overseen by professional chef faculty. The Art Institute of Dallas helps prepare its students for the competitive marketplace by teaching real-world, professional skills and directs students' portfolio development and professional resume creation. The Art Institute of Dallas is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate of Applied Science, Associate of Arts, Associate and Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas cost?
Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas's private state tuition is approximately $17,668.
What is the acceptance rate of Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas?
The acceptance rate of Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas is 50%, which is lower than the state average of 72%.
What is Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas's ranking?
Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Diversity in US community colleges.
In what neighborhood is Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas located?
Miami International University of Art & Design-Art Institute Dallas is located in the Vickery Meadow neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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