The Art Institute of California - Sunnyvale is one of The Art
Institutes, America's Leader in Creative Education. Here you can
get the creative degree to turn your passion and inspiration into
a career. The Art Institutes system of schools offers master's,
bachelor's, and associate's degrees, as well as diplomas and
certificate programs specializing in the creative arts. We also
offer a variety of online and evening and weekend learning
options, so there's an education solution to fit your schedule.
Our students receive a practical, focused education that is
designed to prepare them to begin their careers with the
real-world skills employers need.
Our Faculty
Many of our faculty are experienced professionals who continue
to work outside of the classroom, sharing their work knowledge
with their classes and giving them the inside track on current
industry trends and techniques. Our faculty also know
first-hand what today's employers need, giving their students
the practical, hands-on education they need to help them
succeed academically.
Career Services
Career services are offered to all students. From part-time and
freelance job search assistance to professional development and
interviewing skills, our Career Services staff can help you
build your creative future.
Ideal School Location
The Art Institute of California - Sunnyvale is located in Santa
Clara County, California, an area that makes up the world's
premiere technology corridor, Silicon Valley. Sunnyvale's local
population is only about 150,000, but the surrounding region is
home to well over 2 million people. Students are only an hour's
drive from the Pacific Ocean and Sunnyvale is also close to
California's historic redwood forests.
The city is bordered by the San Francisco bay to the north,
Mountain View to the west, Santa Clara and San Jose to the
east, and Cupertino to the south. The city is ranked as one of
the safest in the country by the Morgan Quitno Safest City
Award program and students enjoy a year-long mild climate.
Good design is everywhere. The luxe hotel lobby. The coffee shop
logo enticing you to come inside. If you see yourself making your
mark in design, we see you here. Check out our design programs
in:
Fashion Programs
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Designing a fall line. Bringing those fashions to consumers.
That's where you see yourself. But how do you go from fashionista
to working in the world of fashion? We can show you how. Check
out our fashion programs in:
- Fashion Marketing & Management (BS)
Media Arts Programs
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3-D characters. Websites. Digital videos. Mobile phone apps.
Sound exciting? We think so, too. Check out our media arts
programs in:
- Digital Filmmaking & Video Production (BS)
- Web Design & Interactive Media (AS/BS)
Culinary Programs
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Here you can learn the fundamental cooking and management skills
essential for a career in the culinary arts, and you'll be
introduced to over 25 world cuisines to help you become a more
versatile and creative culinary professional. We offer a range of
culinary programs to fit your creative passion, including:
- Culinary Arts (AS)
- Culinary Management (BS)
Programs, credential levels, and scheduling options vary by
school.
Financial Aid
You have lots of questions about financing your education. Our
Student Financial Services staff will help you:
- Apply for grants, loans, and work study, available to those
who qualify
- Complete your financial forms
- Prepare a financial plan to help you responsibly manage your
school
- expenses
Other Locations
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Looking to attend campus a little closer to home? With over 45
locations across North America (plus The Art Institute Online, a
division of The Art Institute of Pittsburgh), The Art Institutes
has a school in just the right place for you.
The Art Institute of Atlanta®
The Art Institute of Atlanta® — Decatur
A satellite of
The Art Institute of Atlanta
The Art Institute of AustinSM
A branch of
The Art Institute of Houston
The Art Institute of CaliforniaSM — Hollywood
The Art Institute of CaliforniaSM — Inland Empire
The Art Institute of CaliforniaSM — Los Angeles
The Art Institute of CaliforniaSM — Orange County
The Art Institute of CaliforniaSM — Sacramento
The Art Institute of CaliforniaSM — San Diego
The Art Institute of CaliforniaSM — San Francisco
The Art Institute of CaliforniaSM — Sunnyvale
The Art Institute of CharlestonSM
A branch of
The Art Institute of Atlanta
The Art Institute of Charlotte®
The Art Institute of Colorado®
The Art Institute of Dallas®
The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale®
The Art Institute of Fort WorthSM
A branch of
The Art Institute of Dallas
The Art Institute of Houston®
The Art Institute of Houston — North®
A branch of
The Art Institute of Houston
The Art Institute of IndianapolisSM
The Art
Institute of Indianapolis is regulated by the Indiana
Commission on Proprietary Education, 302 W. Washington St., Rm
E201, Indianapolis, IN 46204.
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The Art Institute of Jacksonville SM
A branch of
Miami International University of Art & Design
The Art Institute of Las Vegas®
The Art Institute of MichiganSM
The Art Institute of New York City®
The Art Institute of OhioSM — Cincinnati
The Art
Institute of Ohio — Cincinnati, 8845 Governors Hill
Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45249-3317, OH Reg #
04-01-1698B
The Art Institute of Philadelphia®
The Art Institute of Phoenix®
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh®
The Art Institute of Portland®
The Art Institute of Raleigh–Durham®
The Art Institute of Salt Lake CitySM
The Art Institute of San AntonioSM
A branch of
The Art Institute of Houston
The Art Institute of Seattle®
The Art Institute of TampaSM
A branch of
Miami International University of Art & Design
The Art Institute of TennesseeSM — Nashville
A branch of
The Art Institute of Atlanta
The Art Institute of TucsonSM
The Art Institute of VancouverSM
The Art Institute of Virginia BeachSM
A branch of
The Art Institute of Atlanta
The Art Institute of WashingtonSM
A branch of
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Certified by
SCHEV to operate in Virginia
The Art Institute of WashingtonSM — Northern
Virginia
A branch of
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Certified by
SCHEV to operate in Virginia
The Art Institute of York — PennsylvaniaSM
The Art Institutes International — Kansas CitySM
The Art Institutes International MinnesotaSM
The Illinois Institute of Art® — Chicago
The Illinois Institute of Art® — Schaumburg
Miami International University of Art & DesignSM
The New England Institute of Art®