by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Academy of Art University worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Academy of Art University is ranked #3,116 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within California, it ranks #273 of 304 for value.
Among the majors Academy of Art University offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Architectural Drafting & Architectural CAD/CADD | #1 of 2 |
| Engineering | #1 of 2 |
| Fashion & Fabric Consultant | #1 of 1 |
| Apparel & Textile Manufacture | #4 of 5 |
| CAD/CADD Drafting &/or Design Technology/Technician | #6 of 7 |
| General Drafting & Design Technology/Technician | #6 of 7 |
| Apparel & Textile Marketing Management | #8 of 10 |
| Costume Design | #9 of 10 |
| Metal & Jewelry Arts | #10 of 14 |
| Drafting & Design Engineering Technology | #12 of 13 |
Below is the detailed Academy of Art University value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Academy of Art University is ranked #247 out of #346 in California for quality and #273 out of #304 for California value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Academy of Art University financial aid page to be sure.
Academy of Art University is ranked #3,116 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Academy of Art University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Academy of Art University costs about $44,356. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $177,422 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $49,524 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $40,613 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $44,356 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $177,422 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Academy of Art University net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Academy of Art University costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Academy of Art University degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $198,096 | — | — |
| All Students | $177,422 | #3,116 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $162,452 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $198,096 | — | — |
| All Students | $177,422 | #273 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $162,452 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Academy of Art University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $37,962 |
| $30K–$48K | $37,492 |
| $48K–$75K | $40,285 |
| $75K–$110K | $44,633 |
| Over $110K | $41,099 |
About 58% of Academy of Art University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $14,230 per year. Get more details on the Academy of Art University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Academy of Art University cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.