Overview

Core curriculum of the Visual Development program at Academy of Art University emphasizes photography, figure modeling, form analysis, figure drawing, and various other design disciplines. Graduates with an AA degree in Visual Development are prepared for a seamless transition into the school's BFA program.

Visual Development

Generate functional designs for entertainment media (2D or 3D), following an industry-standard process from thumbnails through final render
Communicate narrative, theme and character through design choices
Demonstrate the ability to research for inspiration, reference, and accuracy

Programme Structure

Courses

Still Life Painting

Figure Drawing

Color and Design

Composition for the Artist

Art History Through the 15th Century

Visual Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-16 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00

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More details

General admissions applications are accepted on a rolling basis, there are deadlines for specific programs and we encourage you to apply early

Language

English

Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

San Francisco, United States

Disciplines

Visual Arts Painting & Drawing View 1646 other Bachelors in Visual Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Official, sealed copy of your high school transcript or GED
High school diploma with graduation date
Official, sealed copy of a completed Bachelor’s degree transcript
Signed Home School Program Certification form and transcripts
California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE) letter

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

35112 USD / year

≈ 35112 USD / year
Out-of-State

29736 USD / year

≈ 29736 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

29736 USD / year

≈ 29736 USD / year

Additional Details

Undergraduate Tuition (Domestic Students): $1,301 /unit – 3 units per class

Undergraduate Tuition (International Students): $1,682 /unit – 3 units per class

Living costs

San Francisco

United States

2206 - 4119 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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