The Art Institute’s and Southwest University of Visual Arts (SUVA) various campus closures have undoubtedly created a stressful experience, which is why Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) has worked to provide an easy transition for you. We have developed a Teach-Out Agreement as well as an Articulation Agreement with AI and SUVA for the transfer of credits to benefit those students who wish to continue their education at RMCAD on campus or online.
Through the Teach-Out Agreement, RMCAD will accept AI and SUVA earned credits towards our BFA-related degree. To qualify for the Teach-Out, you must have 18 months or less to complete your program. Those who do not qualify for the Teach-Out can still transfer up to 60 credit hours to RMCAD through the Articulation Agreement. Transfer credits are at the discretion of the RMCAD Registrar based on previous college credit and
portfolio. This only applies to students who earned credit at an AI that is now closed.
RMCAD will also waive your application fee. We’ve opened our on campus and online programs to the most promising artists and designers in a variety of creative disciplines. We’re thrilled to do the same for you.
2D + 3D ANIMATION
FASHION DESIGN
GAME ART
GRAPHIC DESIGN
ILLUSTRATION
INTERIOR DESIGN
PHOTOGRAPHY
Of the many benefits of transitioning into RMCAD, one of the most relevant is that RMCAD is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and nationally accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
RMCAD offers AI transfer students and SUVA transfer students a scholarship, reducing tuition by $1,500 per semester for on-campus students (hybrid and Blended+), and $800 per semester for online students.
Here’s the breakdown:
ON CAMPUS
$1,500 SCHOLARSHIP PER SEMESTER
Full Time Status Required for Fall + Spring
$750 SCHOLARSHIP FOR
SUMMER SEMESTER FOR PART-TIME STUDENTS
If attending half or 3/4 of time
ONLINE
$800 SCHOLARSHIP PER SEMESTER
Full Time Status Required for Fall + Spring
$400 SCHOLARSHIP FOR
SUMMER SEMESTER FOR PART-TIME STUDENTS
If attending half or 3/4 of time
*2.0 minimum cumulative GPA upon entrance and maintain 2.5 GPA for renewal. Students can only be eligible for the part time scholarship in Spring and Fall Semesters if they are required to be part time under the RMCAD Academic Success Plan or per RMCAD scheduling availability.
*This is not stackable with scholarships or grants other than the Academic and Artistic entry
scholarships.
*It is the responsibility of the student to communicate to their RMCAD Financial Aid Advisor that they intend to use the Art Institute Scholarship for each semester that they qualify.
JUNE 28, 2021 | AUGUST 30, 2021 | SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 (ONLINE ONLY) | OCTOBER 25, 2021
Closed Art Institute Transcript Request Form
SUVA Transcript Request Form
*If the Applicant does not have an official Southwest University of Visual Arts or Art Institute transcript, RMCAD must receive an unofficial Southwest University of Visual Arts or Art Institute Transcript reflecting earned credit no later than one week prior to the start of the term. They must also complete an Attestation Form prior to their first day of class acknowledging that failure receipt of the official transcript by RMCAD by the end of their first semester will result in being withdrawn.
Join us for one of our open houses to learn more about the strong, intimate community of creatives that comprises Colorado’s premier art school, or schedule a private tour. Details and registration information can be found at rmcad.edu/visit.
There are many things to consider when looking at college options: programs of interest, campus culture, tuition, and, most importantly, career outcomes. RMCAD’s dedicated staff is here to ensure that you’re equipped with everything you need for an exceptional, life-changing experience–in college and beyond.
Please reach out to us directly with any questions/concerns.
We look forward to assisting you!
We’ll give you all the information necessary for a smooth transition to RMCAD
