School of Visual Arts (SVA) is a college of art and design located in New York City.

We provide a road map for budding creatives to cultivate fulfilling and successful careers by nurturing and challenging our students to discover the fullest expression of their creative instincts.

Here’s how we do it:

• With over 43,000 alumni from 128 countries, SVA represents one of the most influential artistic communities in the world.
• Among them are Academy Award-winners, Emmy Award-winners, Grammy Award-winners, MacArthur Fellows, and Guggenheim Fellows.
• Through programs, publications, and special events, our dedicated Alumni Affairs program maintains an active relationship with alumni and encourages them to support the College’s mission to educate future generations of artists, designers, and creative professionals. 

• Over 1,100 best-in-class faculty members inspire students to cultivate hard and soft skill sets.
• Our faculty directly connect students to the working world; with each class students take, their network develops and deepens.
• Instructors include artists, critics, curators, designers, filmmakers, photographers, writers, and other creative professionals.

• Studying at SVA places you in the global epicenter of a thriving arts and culture scene.
• Find inspiration around every corner, whether it be landmarked buildings, street art or style or can’t-miss exhibitions.
• Our students are more likely to secure critical internships that lead to employment opportunities.
• Gramercy is your home base; a safe, centrally located neighborhood that’s serene enough to ensure shut-eye.

Wherever you go in NYC, there we are. Tour the College’s impact on the Big Apple at a glance by clicking on the map points below.

• Vast array of clubs to connect you with like-minded individuals
• State-of-the-art residence halls in Gramercy and the Lower East Side
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Task Force dedicated to supporting BIPOC students and faculty  
• Our three galleries — Gramercy, Flatiron, and Chelsea — exhibit work from students, faculty, and other community members.
• Open Studios engage community members and professionals alike to discover what our students have to offer.

Being an SVA student unlocks a world of possibilities. Here’s what you need to know:

• Departments and Programs: Applicants declare an intended major, with 11 different dynamic programs from which to choose.
• Financial Aid: Scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study provide students with financial assistance.
• Request Information: Receive our paperback undergraduate Viewbook via snail mail or sign up for our digital newsletter.
• FAQ: In-depth info on applications and enrollment and guidance for international student applicants.