Academy of Art University's Value

Is Academy of Art University Worth the Price?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the value of an education from Academy of Art University below.

Within California, Academy of Art University is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Academy of Art University's overall average net price combined with a lower quality education, results in a poor value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in California. This lands Academy of Art University in the #88 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in California.

Nationally, You May Not Get a Great Education, So At Least Try to Have Fun With No Money

Academy of Art University's educational quality places it below average on our nationwide Overall Best Colleges ranking. However, when compared to other colleges and universities that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend Academy of Art University is much higher than it should be. This has earned it a very poor #1,457 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns below average marks for quality, its pricing is more in-line with an above average school, making this an overpriced option for the education it delivers.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Academy of Art University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.