San Francisco Art Institute Reviews
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Perla from El Paso, TX
03/11/2011Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.
1 out of 3 people found this review useful. 1 of 8
Categories Comments Tips for prospective students Think positive and if you put your head into it you will reach for what you want.
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Brittany from Raynham, MA
03/19/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
2 of 8
Categories Comments Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus The 360 degree View
Bang for the buck tons of thrift shop in a bit of an expensive city...try SCRAP
Food and Dining Pretty healthy
Dorm Life 18 blocks south of school...long but motivating walk
In three sentences Inspirational faculty, interpersonal friendships and brilliant location are my first three thoughts about SFAI. A little pricey, but what art school isn't. Well worth the experience.
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Claudia
03/26/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
3 of 8
Categories Comments Campus Safety There is security at every door. they check your ID upon entering, and recently they have started checking bags.
Clubs and Activities there is actually a variety to choose from.
Great for these types of students Creative, fun, energetic, hard working people.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Club fair is every quarter.
Bang for the buck ugh...The school is very very expensive. A lot of people are taking loans and such things.
What to do for fun Oh! There are many things! You can check out the club fair that the school offers, where you can get a henna tattoo, free pizza and drinks, play video games and even dance. the school invites you to many creative events in which helps you take a little bit of a break away from classes.
Food and Dining The school unfortunately does not have a cafeteria. It was closed down about 6 months ago. Therefore you will have to provide for your own food.
Dorm Life I currently don't dorm, but I have a few friends that do, they say that it is really nice. The apartments are fully furnishes and there is plenty of room to do work and call it home
Academic Rigor The classes are very challenging, you must bring your A game! Just try your best and take advantage of all the services that the school has to offer.
Tips for prospective students Study hard and be creative. Put a lot of time into assignments. This school can be fun, but it is also academically challenging.
In three sentences Even though the school is very expensive, they offer a lot, such as housing, tutorials, and counseling. I personally have to say that the free tutorial sessions that they provide are absolutely so very helpful! There is always something fun happening on campus.
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Esau from San Jose, CA
04/23/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
4 of 8
Categories Comments What to do for fun Walk around downtown San Francisco with friends.
Food and Dining Nothing but vending machines.
Dorm Life I do not live in the School Sponsored Housing but each person has to pay around $900 per month if they live in the School Sponsored Housing.
Tips for prospective students Be aware of how much you'll be spending.
In three sentences The school is located in the heart of downtown San Francisco. The students are extremely friendly. The school is expensive.
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Bryon from Denver, CO
06/05/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
5 of 8
Categories Comments Campus Safety Programs are in place to safe guard the students.
Greek Life None sorry.
Clubs and Activities There is a great support system
Great for these types of students Some one that went to an art enriched high school program.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus The school has an infamous tower that is a huge part of the arctitecture and the folk lore surrounding the college.
Bang for the buck SFAI compares to any major art program in the US as far as cost. It is actually cheaper than some schools that don't neccessarily provide a better program.
What to do for fun San Francisco provide an amazing art and culture experience. There is never a shortage of things to do in the city.
Food and Dining The cafe has great food on campus.
Dorm Life The dorms provide great housing, I just wish they were a little closer to campus.
Academic Rigor The academic teachers are serious professionals that take their subjects seriously.
Tips for prospective students Art school is much more work than most people think.
In three sentences The school is a very inspiring, creative environment.
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Gail from SF, CA
06/20/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
6 of 8
Categories Comments What to do for fun There is so much to do. I have a bucket list of things.
Food and Dining Some of the best food in the world
Academic Rigor It is tough but you learn a lot.
Tips for prospective students Create a strong portfolio that is unique
In three sentences This college has incredibly talented teachers that are still working in their field. There has also been many famous artists that have graduated from this school.
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Sydnie from Oakley, CA
01/16/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
7 of 8
Categories Comments Campus Safety security around the clock to protect you from rabbid homeless people. the security guards are very nice and keep it light. make small talk with them sometime. they're cool guys
Clubs and Activities great fun, parties and free food!
Great for these types of students art fist, money issues later
Bang for the buck way too overpriced
What to do for fun join clubs and make art
Food and Dining culinary has their oen resturaunt in the building. the food is great.
Dorm Life very awesome people. but it is way too expensive
Academic Rigor worth it
Tips for prospective students do not buy any of the textbooks, you do not need them. the teachers do not use the books that the school sells to you. also do not buy the art supplies they sell at the school, they are cheap quality and very expensive. there is a blick art store doen the street, shop there. do not get the 600$ art kit, they will give you when you enroll. its a waste of money.
In three sentences The teachers are amazing. if it wasn't for them i would have dropped out a long time ago. the classes are so much fun and you learn alot. unfortunately the company is a cheap b####$@$%^ that only wants your money.
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Artistreview
02/18/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
8 of 8
Categories Comments Campus Safety The SFAI campus is open 24/7 for students. Security guards are always around making sure that the campus stays safe, and they are very friendly too. I say with confidence that the campus is very safe and home-like.
Great for these types of students SFAI is best for any type of fine arts student, but it is also an excellent school for New Genres, Film, and Photography.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus I find it to be special going to the campus and always walk by the Diego Rivera gallery where a Diego Rivera mural looks back at you.
Bang for the buck Many great artists either taught, or studied at SFAI. It is amazing how much history in names and events this school has to offer, and who knows? you might just be the next great artist that came from SFAI.
What to do for fun This is the city of San Francisco. There are endless things to do. whatever your interests may be, you will always find something to do. There are so many great locations that you can go visit.
Food and Dining The food on campus is always freshly prepared and cooked by chefs. It is an open kitchen so you see exactly what goes into your food. The food itself is good. The school wouldn't want any starving students.
Dorm Life Dorm life is very exciting here at SFAI. No doubt you will make friends, everyone is very friendly and welcoming. It is a world for artists, created by artists. You'll feel right at home.
Academic Rigor Academics are very important here at SFAl. Be ready to learn because not only will you become a great and skilled artist, but also a well educated and well rounded artist.
Tips for prospective students Doesn't matter what your interests are in art, they will always be supported here at SFAI. This school will really shape you into the artist you are meant to be. Just be open to experimentation in mediums, Ideas, and heart.
In three sentences The San Francisco Art Institute is really an amazing school. I believe that a lot of true artists are created there, with genuine skills and Ideas. However, tuition is rather pricey.
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