American Academy of Art College

American Academy of Art College
TypePrivate for-profit art school
Active1923 (1923)–2024
PresidentRichard H. Otto
Faculty21+ full time
Students242
Location
Chicago
,
Illinois
,
United States

41°52′38.8″N 87°37′28.5″W / 41.877444°N 87.624583°W / 41.877444; -87.624583
Websitewww.aaart.edu

The American Academy of Art College was a private for-profit art school in Chicago, Illinois.[1] It was founded in 1923 for the education of fine and commercial arts students. In July 2024, the college announced its pending closure.[2]

History

The American Academy of Art was founded in 1923 by Frank Young and Harry L. Timmins to train students for careers in commercial and fine art.[3]

Academics

Enrollment was typically between 400 and 500 students. Eight areas of study were offered for a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, all of which required 126 credit hours to graduate. The academy was accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Notable alumni

References

  1. ↑ "American Academy of Art College". Higher Learning Commission. Retrieved February 7, 2020.
  2. ↑ Greenberg, Susan H. "For-Profit Art College Closes in Chicago". Inside Higher Ed. Retrieved July 2, 2024.
  3. ↑ "Academy History". American Academy of Art. Archived from the original on 16 April 2008. Retrieved 23 March 2008.
  4. ↑ https://georgehurrell.com/george-hurrell/timeline/
  5. ↑ https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/toledoblade/name/william-kuhlman-obituary?id=31743692
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