- The Art Institute of Atlanta is a private college of creative professional studies. We prepare students for careers in design, media arts, and culinary arts by providing an educational environment, with attention to changing technologies and other requirements of the global marketplace.
School Highlights
The Art Institute of Atlanta serves 586 students (61% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 61%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Private-state tuition: $17,596
- Acceptance Rate: 45%
- Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
The Art Institute of Atlanta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The Art Institute of Atlanta
(GA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates--Public Rural-serving Medium
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
83 staff
209 staff
Student Body
The student population of The Art Institute of Atlanta has declined by 35% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The The Art Institute of Atlanta diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has declined by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
586 students
2,242 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
358 students
882 students
# Part-Time Students
228 students
1,722 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
941 students
299 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
358 students
929 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
87 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
228 students
1,891 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
53 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
654 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
67%
4%
% Hispanic
n/a
10%
% Black
11%
35%
% White
4%
39%
% Hawaiian
11%
1%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
2%
7%
Diversity Score
0.52
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.4279%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.2089%
0.2368%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,300
$29,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $17,596 is more than the state average of $15,267. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$17,596
$15,267
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$30,750
$12,139
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,834
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
45%
63%
SAT Reading
n/a
465
SAT Math
n/a
450
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
18
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The Art Institute of Atlanta is a college of creative professional studies with a solid tradition of excellence in career-focused education. In 1999, The Art Institute celebrated fifty years of commitment to students and their success in their chosen fields. In that same year, the college moved to a new, five-story, 115,000-square-foot facility. Founded as Massey Business College, with diploma programs in basic business and secretarial skills, the school added liberal arts, fashion, and interior design during the next two decades. After becoming The Art Institute of Atlanta in 1975, the college shifted its focus to a creative applied arts curriculum. Accreditation by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools soon followed. The culinary arts program was added in 1991, and The Art Institute has continued to add new programs as business needs have evolved. In honor of its 50-year anniversary in 1999, the college celebrated its legacy as an educational pioneer and dedicated its new campus to students and to the future. The Art Institute of Atlanta is one of The Art Institutes (www.artinstitutes.edu), with 31 education institutions located throughout North America, providing an important source of design, media arts, fashion and culinary professionals. The parent company of The Art Institutes, Education Management Corporation (www.edmc.com) is among the largest providers of private post-secondary education in North America, based on student enrollment and revenue. The Art Institute of Atlanta is housed primarily in a five-story, 115,000-square-foot building in a beautifully landscaped office park about fifteen minutes north of city center. Each of the five floors offers the industry-related technology required for a career-focused, hands-on education. At The Art Institute, you'll find professional equipment and resources along with experienced faculty.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Art Institute of Atlanta cost?
The Art Institute of Atlanta's private state tuition is approximately $17,596.
What is the acceptance rate of The Art Institute of Atlanta?
The acceptance rate of The Art Institute of Atlanta is 45%, which is lower than the state average of 63%.
What is The Art Institute of Atlanta's ranking?
The Art Institute of Atlanta ranks among the top 20% of community college in Georgia for: Average community college minority breakdown.
In what neighborhood is The Art Institute of Atlanta located?
The Art Institute of Atlanta is located in the Perimeter Center neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Perimeter Center.
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