The School of the Art Institute of Chicago offers high school students multiple ways to engage their creative interests and ...

Fuel your young artist’s curiosity at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Designed for ages 10–13, SAIC's middle ...

How do I get downtown once I arrive in Chicago? Students are responsible for transportation to and from either of Chicago's airports (O'Hare or Midway). Visit the Chicago & Residential Life page for ...

Please note: This communication is intended to provide only basic plan information—not all the details. For more detailed information, please refer to the appropriate Summary Plan Descriptions. Every ...

Spring Break (No Classes) Registrar Monday, March 13 - Sunday, March 19 All Day 36 S. Wabash Ave ...

Across creative and academic careers, you will be asked to articulate your practice and values in written form. These statements are a chance to clarify your ideas and are often required in ...

Ready to take your art to the next level? The School of the Art Institute of Chicago's College Arts Access Program (CAAP) gives Chicago Public Schools high school students a three-year, fully funded ...

We’re excited to offer our Early College Program Online Summer Institute, led by our highly acclaimed faculty of artists and designers. You’ll join peers from around the globe to build your portfolio, ...

In 2025, Cash was announced as the next artist behind Nancy Comics. Her Nancy strips began running on January 1, 2026. “It’s not every day that you get hired to draw your favorite thing,” she said.

The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program is designed to offer maximum flexibility in addressing the needs of each individual student. Following admission through a department, students design their ...

We are so excited to welcome you to the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. To ensure you feel ready to create on day one, below you'll find information on our operations and policies.