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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.

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EA Eastern Arizona College logo
#2,080 in United States United States

Art (AA)

Eastern Arizona College — The Associate of Arts in Art at Eastern Arizona College is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in various art disciplines, enabling them to express their...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
2571Program
EA Eastern Arizona College logo
#2,080 in United States United States

Cosmetology (AAS)

Eastern Arizona College — The Associate of Applied Science in Cosmetology at Eastern Arizona College offers an immersive curriculum designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowled...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
2580Program
CC Cape Cod Community College logo
#2,102 in United States United States

Graphic Design

Cape Cod Community College — The Graphic Design degree at Cape Cod Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of design principles, tools, and technologies necessary for s...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
2581Program
CC Cape Cod Community College logo
#2,102 in United States United States

Liberal Arts

Cape Cod Community College — The Liberal Arts degree at Cape Cod Community College offers a broad and interdisciplinary approach to education, encompassing subjects such as humanities, social science...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
2582Program
CC Cape Cod Community College logo
#2,102 in United States United States

Visual Arts

Cape Cod Community College — The Visual Arts degree program at Cape Cod Community College offers a comprehensive exploration of various artistic expressions, including painting, sculpture, photograph...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
2583Program
UC Umpqua Community College logo
#2,107 in United States United States

Visual Art

Umpqua Community College — The Visual Art degree program at Umpqua Community College offers an immersive experience into the world of artistic creation, covering a broad spectrum of techniques and...

Level
Duration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
2589Bachelor's Degree
LM Lake Michigan College logo
#2,124 in United States United States

Art

Lake Michigan College — The Bachelor's Degree in Art at Lake Michigan College is designed to provide students with a profound understanding of various artistic disciplines, allowing them to expl...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
2591Diploma
FP Frank Phillips College logo
#2,130 in United States United States

A.A. General Degree

Frank Phillips College — The A.A. General Degree program at Frank Phillips College offers students a broad foundation in various academic disciplines, fostering critical thinking, communication s...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
2592Foundation
SS Shelton State Community College logo
#2,131 in United States United States

Fine Arts

Shelton State Community College — The Foundation in Fine Arts program at Shelton State Community College offers an immersive exploration into the world of visual arts, preparing students to express their...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
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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