San Francisco Art Institute is found in San Francisco, CA. San Francisco is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Master's degree at San Francisco Art Institute.
The school is known for its programs in drama and performing arts, photography and commercial art, and fine arts.
Admission to San Francisco Art Institute is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Hats off to the 28% of those who apply who get accepted. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 490. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 590. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
San Francisco Art Institute maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 655 in 2007 at San Francisco Art Institute.
Full-time students are the norm at the school.
More complete details are provided below.
San Francisco Art Institute
800 Chestnut St
San Francisco, CA 94133-2299
General Phone: (415) 771-7020
http://www.sfai.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 75 | painting, sculpture |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 69 | photography, cinematography, printmaking |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 27 | various performing arts |
| Liberal Arts | 6 | interdisciplinary studies |
| Design | 6 | design and visual communication |
Number of programs and degrees for San Francisco Art Institute in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 84 | 7 |
| Bachelor's degree | 81 | 8 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 18 | 7 |
In 2007, San Francisco Art Institute had a total enrollment of 655 students (597 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 51% |
| Women | 49% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 62% |
| Graduate | 38% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 64% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 9% |
| Asian | 7% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 9% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 29% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
| Part-Time | 67 % |
San Francisco Art Institute offers campus housing for 120 of its 597 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of San Francisco, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 922 | 257 | 28% | 72 | 28% |
| Men | 377 | 92 | 24% | 37 | 40% |
| Women | 545 | 165 | 30% | 35 | 21% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 490 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 590 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 40% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 60% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 28,455 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 28,455 |
| Room and board | $ 8,300 |
| Room charge | $ 6,600 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,700 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,125 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,805 |
Financial Aid:
San Francisco Art Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 394800)
San Francisco Art Institute has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 25 | 13 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 1 | 2 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 0 | 1 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 24 | $55,694 | 13 | $51,056 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 26 | $54,146 | 16 | $53,127 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Photography
Printmaking
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets San Francisco Art Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Tenure system for quality teaching
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