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Bachelor's universities1,024 Master's universities523 Professional universities288 Diploma universities219 PhD universities196 Foundation universities40 Bachelor's programs24,131 Master's programs4,407 Diploma programs2,659 Professional programs1,135 PhD programs736 Foundation programs256 Bachelor's Business & Management760 Master's Business & Management330 Diploma Business & Management131 Bachelor's Social Sciences & Psychology733 Master's Medicine & Health Sciences257 Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences123 Bachelor's Computer Science & IT668 Master's Education244 Diploma Engineering106 Bachelor's Science626 Master's Social Sciences & Psychology237 Diploma Computer Science & IT92
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2,669 Best Arts, Design & Architecture Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 893 universities offer 2,669 Arts, Design & Architecture programs, typically lasting 4 years. The list starts with courses at Stanford University, Harvard University and Cornell University.

2449Diploma
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#1,897 in United States United States

Liberal Arts and Sciences (AS.LSC)

Rowan College at Burlington County — The Liberal Arts and Sciences Diploma at Rowan College at Burlington County is designed to provide students with a broad-based education that covers a variety of discipli...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2450Diploma
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#1,897 in United States United States

Liberal Arts and Sciences Certificate (CRT.LSC)

Rowan College at Burlington County — The Liberal Arts and Sciences Certificate at Rowan College at Burlington County provides students with a foundational understanding of various disciplines, integrating kn...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2451Professional
CC Chabot College logo
#1,898 in United States United States

Animation

Chabot College — The Animation course at Chabot College is designed to immerse students in the creative and technical aspects of animation, including both traditional and digital techniqu...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2452Professional
CC Chabot College logo
#1,898 in United States United States

Applied Ceramics

Chabot College — The Applied Ceramics course at Chabot College offers an immersive experience that connects theoretical knowledge with practical skills in ceramic arts. This program cover...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2453Bachelor's Degree
CC Chabot College logo
#1,898 in United States United States

Architecture

Chabot College — The Bachelor's Degree in Architecture at Chabot College offers a comprehensive program that blends creativity with technical skills. This course covers the fundamental pr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2454Professional
CC Chabot College logo
#1,898 in United States United States

Graphic Design

Chabot College — About the Graphic Design CourseThe Graphic Design program at Chabot College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the essential skills and kno...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2455Program
MV Moreno Valley College logo
#1,900 in United States United States

Art History

Moreno Valley College — Course OverviewThe Art History degree program at Moreno Valley College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of art across cultures and ti...

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—Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2456Program
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#1,900 in United States United States

Fine & Applied Arts

Moreno Valley College — The Fine & Applied Arts degree program at Moreno Valley College immerses students in a diverse and enriching curriculum designed to foster creativity and technical skill...

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—Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2457Program
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#1,900 in United States United States

Graphic Design

Moreno Valley College — The Graphic Design degree at Moreno Valley College equips students with a comprehensive understanding of visual communication through creative and technical skills. The c...

—Level
—Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2458Program
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#1,900 in United States United States

Studio Arts

Moreno Valley College — The Studio Arts degree program at Moreno Valley College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in various artistic disciplines, including paintin...

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—Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2459Diploma
CC Coastline Community College logo
#1,902 in United States United States

Art

Coastline Community College — The Art Diploma program at Coastline Community College provides students with a comprehensive foundation in various artistic disciplines, enabling them to explore and dev...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2460Bachelor's Degree
WT Wake Technical Community College logo
#1,907 in United States United States

Architectural Technology AAS

Wake Technical Community College — The Architectural Technology AAS program at Wake Technical Community College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary for a success...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2461Bachelor's Degree
WT Wake Technical Community College logo
#1,907 in United States United States

Associate in Arts Degree

Wake Technical Community College — The Associate in Arts Degree at Wake Technical Community College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide students with a strong foundation in liberal arts....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2462Bachelor's Degree
WT Wake Technical Community College logo
#1,907 in United States United States

Cosmetology AAS

Wake Technical Community College — The Cosmetology Associate of Applied Science (AAS) program at Wake Technical Community College provides students with a comprehensive foundation in beauty and personal ca...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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2463Bachelor's Degree
WT Wake Technical Community College logo
#1,907 in United States United States

Interior Design AAS

Wake Technical Community College — The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Interior Design at Wake Technical Community College offers a comprehensive exploration of design principles, spatial relationshi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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Arts, Design & Architecture at other levels

Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture Diploma Arts, Design & Architecture Foundation Arts, Design & Architecture Master's Arts, Design & Architecture Professional Arts, Design & Architecture

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How these courses are ranked

60 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #3 (Stanford University) to #593 (University of Central Florida); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Harvard University is cited most (146,463,495 citations). 34 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

By level: 1,659 bachelor's, 241 master's, 143 diploma and 45 professional. Within the subject, the largest areas are Arts, Design & Architecture (2,579), Fine Arts (53), Multimedia Design (8) and Fashion Design (7). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 98% are full-time and 51 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (99% of courses with a stated intake). Pratt Institute offers the widest choice, with 83 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Arts, Design & Architecture?

Stanford University (QS World #3), Harvard University (QS World #5) and Cornell University (QS World #13) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Arts, Design & Architecture in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does an Arts, Design & Architecture course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Arts, Design & Architecture courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Arts, Design & Architecture online with a university in the United States?

51 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Arts, Design & Architecture courses in the United States?

Pratt Institute, with 83, ahead of Savannah College of Art and Design (23).

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