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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.

1993Program
SA Santa Ana College logo
#1,418 in United States United States

Archives & Digital Collections

Santa Ana College — The Archives & Digital Collections degree at Santa Ana College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the methods and technologies used to manage, preser...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
1994Program
SA Santa Ana College logo
#1,418 in United States United States

Art

Santa Ana College — Course OverviewThe Art degree program at Santa Ana College offers students a comprehensive education in various artistic disciplines, allowing for both personal expressio...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
1995Program
SA Santa Ana College logo
#1,418 in United States United States

Art History

Santa Ana College — The Art History degree at Santa Ana College offers students an in-depth understanding of the evolution of art across various cultures and historical periods. This program...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
1996Program
SA Santa Ana College logo
#1,418 in United States United States

Commercial Art: Mural & Illustration

Santa Ana College — Course OverviewThe Commercial Art: Mural & Illustration program at Santa Ana College offers students a comprehensive education in visual arts with a focus on practical sk...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
1997Bachelor's Degree
PQ Paul Quinn College logo
#1,420 in United States United States

Liberal Arts

Paul Quinn College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts at Paul Quinn College offers students a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to education, promoting critical thinking, crea...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
1998Bachelor's Degree
SR Simon's Rock College logo
#1,423 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts Degree

Simon's Rock College — The Bachelor of Arts Degree at Simon's Rock College offers a dynamic and interdisciplinary approach to the liberal arts. This program encourages students to explore diver...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
2 additional yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
1999Diploma
CC Cisco College logo
#1,425 in United States United States

Associate of Arts

Cisco College — The Associate of Arts program at Cisco College offers a comprehensive foundation in liberal arts, designed to enhance critical thinking, communication, and analytical ski...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
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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