Jamie Lynn Lewin, In An Instant, 2022, yarn on plastic canvas
Meet SAIC
In-Person Admissions Events
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Friday, July 26, 4:30 - 8 p.m.
Info Session: 5 - 6 p.m.
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Join us for Low-Residency MFA Open Studio Night. You will have the opportunity to see works in progress and finished pieces in the studios, as well as check out the 2024 Low-Residency MFA Show.
Low-Res MFA Director Aliza Shvarts will also hold an Info Session for prospective students and answer questions about the program. You are invited to learn more about what the Low-Residency experience entails. -
Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024
5 - 7 p.m.
MacLean Ballroom
112 S. Michigan
Chicago, IL 60603
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Join us for an informal reception with SAIC Graduate Admissions. You'll have the opportunity to meet the admissions counselor for your specific program of interest, speak with current SAIC graduate students, and visit the Art Institute of Chicago.
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Graduate National Portfolio Days are events for prospective students who would like to get feedback on their portfolio, as well as have the opportunity to learn more about the curricula, faculty, and application procedures from a number of colleges.
Events in the U.S.A.Date and Time City Address RSVP Link Saturday, October 19,
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. CTChicago, IL
Grad Portfolio Day + Open Studio Night!
More InfoSchool of the Art Institute of Chicago
280 S. Columbus Dr.
Chicago, IL 60603coming soon Saturday, October 26
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. PTSan Francisco, CA California College of the Arts
1111 8th St.
San Francisco, CA 94107coming soon Sunday, November 10,
12 - 4 p.m. ETNew York, NY Parsons School of Design,
The New School
63 5th Ave.
New York, NY 10003coming soon Monday, December 2,
4 - 8 p.m. ETMiami, FL Florida International University
Biscayne Bay Campus
3000 NE 151st St.
Miami, FL 33181coming soon International Portfolio Days
Date and Time City Address RSVP Link Saturday, September 28,
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Seoul, Korea TBA coming soon Monday, October 28,
4 - 8 p.m.Montreal, Canada Concordia University
John Mason Building, 9th floor
1600 Boulevard De Maisonneuve Ouest,
Montreal, Quebec H3H 1J5
Canadacoming soon Saturday, November 2,
12 - 4 p.m.Toronto, Canada OCAD University
100 McCaul St.
Toronto, Ontario
M5T 1W1
Canadacoming soon Saturday, November 16,
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.Vancouver, Canada Emily Carr University
520 East 1st Ave.
Vancouver BCV5T OH2
Canadacoming soon Saturday, December 7,
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Paris, France TBA coming soon Sunday, December 8,
12 - 4 p.m.Istanbul, Türkiye Grand Hyatt Istanbul
Harbiye, Taşkışla Cd. No:1
34367 Şişli/İstanbul, Türkiyecoming soon -
Graduate Admissions counselors will be traveling to multiple cities this fall to meet with prospective students. Learn more about our graduate programs, ask questions about applying, and get feedback on your work as you prepare your application.
Date and Time City RSVP Link TBA Providence, RI coming soon TBA New York, NY coming soon TBA Los Angeles, CA coming soon TBA San Francisco, CA coming soon TBA Boston, MA coming soon TBA Baltimore, MD coming soon TBA Miami, FL coming soon TBA Savannah, GA coming soon TBA Atlanta, GA coming soon TBA Detroit, MI coming soon
Virtual Admissions Events
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App Prep Series: Application Process & Submitting via SlideRoom
Tuesday, August 6, 12 p.m. CT
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Meet with admissions to review the portfolio requirements for graduate programs at SAIC. We'll cover best practices and help you prepare for your upcoming submission with special attention on how best to present your work for viewing in the SlideRoom environment.App Prep Series: Statement of Intent
Tuesday, August 13, 12 p.m. CT
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The statement of intent is a key component of your application to SAIC and your opportunity to speak to the faculty review committee. Meet with admissions to talk about preparing a strong statement of intent.App Prep Series: Choosing Your Recommenders
Tuesday, August 20, 12 p.m. CT
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The selection and timing of your references has the potential to greatly impact your application. Meet with admissions to talk about who to select, how to contact them, and when to start the process.App Prep Series: Portfolio Overview
Tuesday, August 27, 12 p.m. CT
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Meet with admissions to review the portfolio requirements for graduate programs at SAIC.Deep Dive: MFA Programs
Tuesday, September 3, 12 p.m. CT
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Meet with admissions to review the portfolio requirements for graduate programs at SAIC. We'll cover best practices and help you prepare for the upcoming review season. This session will focus specifically on our MFA in studio programs.Deep Dive: Design Programs
Tuesday, September 10, 12 p.m. CT
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Review the portfolio requirements for the Architecture, Architecture with a Track in Interior Architecture, Designed Objects, Visual Communication Design, Historic Preservation, and Design for Emerging Technologies degrees at SAIC. We'll cover best practices and help you prepare for the upcoming review season.Deep Dive: Low-Residency MFA
Thursday, September 12, 6 p.m. CT
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SAIC's Low-Residency MFA program is open to artists, writers, educators, curators, and historians. Join us to learn more about the program curriculum, pedagogy and admissions requirements.
Following the presentation, there will be time for questions.Deep Dive: MA Programs
Tuesday, September 19, 12 p.m. CT
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Meet with admissions to review the portfolio requirements for graduate programs at SAIC. We'll cover best practices and help you prepare for the upcoming review season. This session will focus specifically on our Arts Administration & Policy, Art Therapy and Counseling, Modern and Contemporary Art History, Dual Degree, Art Education, Teaching, and Visual and Critical Studies programs.International Graduate SAIC Day
Friday, November 8, 7 p.m. CT
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Learn more about applying to and attending SAIC as an international student. -
In addition to in-person Graduate National Portfolio Days, GPDs are also offered virtually for prospective students who would like to get feedback on their portfolio, as well as have the opportunity to learn more about the curricula, faculty, and application procedures from a number of colleges.
Date and Time RSVP Link Saturday, September 28,
12 - 4 p.m. CTcoming soon Sunday, November 17,
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. CTcoming soon
Take a Campus Tour
On-Campus Graduate Campus Tour
Join graduate admissions staff for a tour of SAIC's campus. We will be showing you around the graduate departments and answering any questions you may have. On-campus tours take place Fridays at 1:30 p.m. CT. Please plan to arrive by 1:15 p.m. CT for check-in. A maximum of three people are allowed per party, including the prospective student. Advance registration is required.
Schedule a Graduate Tour
Virtual Campus Tour
Check out our On-Demand Virtual Tour at your convenience.
Contact Graduate Admissions
SAIC admissions counselors are here to assist you throughout the admissions process. You can schedule a one-on-one meeting with us, or for general questions or to be connected to the counselor for your program of interest, please contact us at 312.629.6100 or gradmiss@saic.edu.
Watch Past Event Recordings
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Thursday, January 18, 2024
Watch Recording
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) is hosting an online information session to assist you in filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), applying for scholarships and identifying other sources of funding, and understanding your award. There will be time after the presentation to ask any questions you may have. -
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Watch the Recording
Meet with admissions to review the portfolio requirements for graduate programs at SAIC. We'll cover best practices and help you prepare for the upcoming review season. This session will focus specifically on these programs:- Arts Administration & Policy
- Art Therapy and Counseling
- Modern and Contemporary Art History
- Dual Degree
- Art Education
- Teaching
- Visual and Critical Studies
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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Watch the Recording
Review the portfolio requirements for the following programs:- Architecture
- Architecture with a Track in Interior Architecture
- Designed Objects
- Design for Emerging Technologies
- Historic Preservation
- Visual Communication Design
We'll cover best practices and help you prepare for the upcoming review season.
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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Watch Recording
Meet with admissions to review the portfolio requirements for graduate programs at SAIC. We'll cover best practices and help you prepare for the upcoming review season. This session will focus specifically on our MFA in studio programs. -
Friday, November 3, 2023
Watch Recording
Learn more about applying to and attending SAIC as an international student.
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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Watch Recording
Meet with admissions to review the portfolio requirements for graduate programs at SAIC. We'll cover best practices and help you prepare for your upcoming submission with special attention on how best to present your work for viewing in the SlideRoom environment. -
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Watch the Recording
Meet with admissions to review the portfolio requirements for graduate programs at SAIC. -
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Watch Recording
The selection and timing of your references has the potential to greatly impact your application. Meet with admissions to talk about who to select, how to contact them, and when to start the process. -
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Watch the Recording
The statement of intent is a key component of your application to SAIC and your opportunity to speak to the faculty review committee. Meet with admissions to talk about preparing a strong statement of intent. -
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Watch the Recording
SAIC's Low-Residency MFA program is open to artists, writers, educators, curators, and historians. Join us to learn more about the program curriculum, pedagogy and admissions requirements. -
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Watch the Recording
Representatives from SAIC's Student Financial Services department will discuss SAIC award packages, completing the budgeting worksheet, and outside scholarships. There will be time during and after the presentation to ask questions.