Student Testimonials
I'm happy to share with you the news that my photograph "1+10" from the project Formula has been selected to appear in the Best of College Photography 2009 hardbound book, published by Photographer's Forum Magazine. It has also been entered as a finalist for the 29th Annual College Photography Contest, with the winners being announced at the end of February.
My photograph "Peer Pressure" recently received honorable mention for the 2008 IPA Photographer of the Year competition... I feel very blessed to have found AAU, as it was one of the best choices I've ever made. It's helped me more than I can possibly articulate...
— MFA student,
Photography
I absolutely love my class! It has been a little intimidating because it
is an art class and I am not an artist, but I am really having fun with it and learning a lot! I
would have to say that I think that I found my favorite method of going to graduate school—on line.
I really like how organized the lessons are, and the cds are very helpful, especially in my art
class, in helping me to learn in a more "hands on" manner.
— MFA student,
Interior Architecture & Design
...I am getting A's, finding it challenging, but absolutely loving every
single minute of it. I have never been so impressed with anything as I am with Academy of Art
University's Online Program. The technology, the instructors, the support services are all
fantastic. I am realizing this was one of the best moves I ever made.
— MFA student,
School of Fine Art
...I had my doubts as to whether online would work for an art course. I'm
more than pleased. I dream about painting at night. I look for form shadows and cast shadows
everywhere. (I see them in the landscape now!) As I said, it's turning out to be a wonderful
experience. Far better than I even dreamed. The videos are excellent, by the way. I can't imagine
getting better instruction in a classroom setting as far as demos go.
— Entering MFA Fine Art student who started out in personal enrichment
classes to “try out” the online format
I'm
totally loving the program. It's one of the best moves I've ever made and I can't
believe the response I've been getting to my work.
— Student,
School of Photography
[My instructor] must have a true love for both his craft and teaching to
be able to convey his dedication in an online learning environment. Along with this passion, [he]
has an ability to communicate succinctly and use the online tools in a valuable way for the
student. [He] has opened my eyes and mind to the immense creative opportunities that screen writing
presents.
— Student,
School of Motion Pictures & Television
I enjoy being a student at The Academy of Art University. The lessons are
challenging and very informative, the staff is helpful. I've had few problems because I have a
learning disability, but when they occurred people were understanding and helpful. This is the
first time that I've ever felt like a student instead of a student with a disability, and that I've
learned as I've studied. Thank you to everybody.
— Student,
School of Photography
I was most impressed with the format of the online program that Academy of
Art University provides. I have attended several other Online courses and this one by far seems to
be the best.
— Student,
School of Animation & Visual Effects
I absolutely love all my classes. I can't begin to explain how happy I am that
Academy of Art University offers online master's degrees in studio art. I had all but given up on
ever getting my master's [because] I live so far away.
— Student,
School of Fine Arts
I wish I could have experienced this quality of education in my undergrad
work but I'm grateful to get the experience now. I'm already incorporating what I've learned at AAU
into the sculpture class I teach!
— Student,
School of Fine Arts
I love the interaction and the pace... they have really thought about
making a
great online experience.
— Student,
School of Animation & Visual Effects
Thank you so much for emailing back and forth with me and taking the time
to answer all of my questions. Other schools haven't been so patient and pleasant. You're making
this very easy for me.
— Student
The help desk is awesome! The mentality of the staff has been "how can I
help you" for everything. I absolutely love it!
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