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About SAIC

School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) — private non-profit institution. It is located in Chicago, United States.

SAIC does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor and master programs.

Location
Chicago, United States
Establishment year
1866
Students
3,132
Acceptance rate
78%
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SAIC tuition fees

As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at SAIC is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. At SAIC, tuition fees are equal for everyone — from 52,186 USD per year. The educational institution helps with tuition fees through financial support programs. They are available to local and international students. For up-to-date information on scholarships and the cost of education for each program, check the official website of the educational institution.

Academic calendar
Semesters
Financial Aid
Yes
Bachelor
52,186USD/year
Master
53,926USD/year

Additional costs

It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.

Room and board
on campus15,580USD/year
off campus9,900USD/year
Other expenses
on campus2,000USD/year
off campus2,000USD/year

Study programs at SAIC

Applied Sciences & Professions
Fashion Design
Study degree
BFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Applied Sciences & Professions
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 96
Fiber and Material Studies
Study degree
BFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Applied Sciences & Professions
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 96
Humanities
Writing
Study degree
BFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 96
Arts & Humanities
Architecture, Interior Architecture and Designed Objects
Study degree
BFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 96
Fashion Design
Study degree
BFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Applied Sciences & Professions
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 96
Fiber and Material Studies
Study degree
BFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Applied Sciences & Professions
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 96
Painting and Drawing
Study degree
BFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 96
Other
Visual Communication Design
Study degree
BFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 96
Other programs
Journalism & Media
New Arts Journalism
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Humanities
Journalism & Media
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 100
Photography
Study degree
MFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Journalism & Media
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Applied Sciences & Professions
Fashion, Body and Garment
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Applied Sciences & Professions
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Computer Science & IT
Designed Objects
Study degree
MD
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Computer Science & IT
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 100
Humanities
Art and Technology Studies
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Economics & Business Management
Arts & Humanities
Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
New Arts Journalism
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Humanities
Journalism & Media
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 100
Painting and Drawing
Study degree
MFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Sound
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Visual and Critical Studies
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 100
Economics & Business Management
Art and Technology Studies
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Economics & Business Management
Arts & Humanities
Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Arts Administration and Policy - Modern and Contemporary Art History
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Economics & Business Management
Arts & Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 100
Design for Emerging Technologies
Study degree
MFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Visual Communication Design
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Arts & Humanities
Architecture
Study degree
MFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Art and Technology Studies
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Economics & Business Management
Arts & Humanities
Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Arts Administration and Policy - Modern and Contemporary Art History
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Economics & Business Management
Arts & Humanities
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 100
Design for Emerging Technologies
Study degree
MFA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Designed Objects
Study degree
MD
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Computer Science & IT
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 100
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Other
Historic Preservation
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
12 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 96
Other programs
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Bachelor degree at SAIC

Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS or TOEFL exam. The minimum TOEFL score is 96. The IELTS score is not lower than 7. A subject exam is required. The university relies on the ACT or SAT results.

IELTS
7
TOEFL iBT
96

Master's degree at SAIC

To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 85. IELTS — 6.5 or higher.

IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
85

SAIC campus

SAIC has an urban campus, which provides students with many options for study and recreation. The abundance of museums, theaters and cinemas creates opportunities for the cultural development of young people. In the city, there are also large companies that offer internships.

The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary literature. The university provides students with many opportunities to play sports and maintain their own physical fitness. For this, the university has sports grounds and clubs. Foreigners who come to SAIC through exchange programs study and live with local students. Thus, the university promotes intercultural exchange and the establishment of interethnic relations.

Campus Type
Urban
Library
Yes
Sport Facilities
Yes
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