About
Established in 1869, the Art Academy of Cincinnati (AAC) is a private, independent college of art and design renowned for fostering creative independence through Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in disciplines such as Illustration, Design, Painting and Drawing, and Creative Writing. Located in the heart of Cincinnati's vibrant Over-the-Rhine arts district, the campus immerses students directly into a neighborhood dense with galleries, creative agencies, and performance spaces. The tight-knit, unconventional student community thrives on personalized mentorship from practicing artists and enjoys 24/7 studio access, allowing undergraduates dedicated space for constant experimentation and professional portfolio development.
Wikipedia:The Art Academy of Cincinnati is a private college of art and design in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. It was founded as the McMicken School of Design in 1869, and was a department of the University of Cincinnati, and later in 1887, became the Art Academy of Cincinnati, the museum school of the Cincinnati Art Museum. The college is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, and a member of the Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education (SOCHE).
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This essay can cover your artistic processes, personal or work experience, milestones you are proud of passing, and why you think AAC is a good fit for you.
Optional · Undergraduate applicants with a GPA below 2.0 without qualifying ACT/SAT scores
Quoted from Art Academy of Cincinnati's own page. The application itself is the final word.
The personal essay is separate: see the Common App essay prompts.
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