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How to Contact an Art College

Deciding what art college you would like to attend can be overwhelming, stressful and time consuming. Making contact with art colleges is easy, thanks to the Internet and the amount of information given. Contacting the art college is important for narrowing the choices.


  1. Go to the website of the art college that you are interested in attending, or just want to find out general information. Click on the "Admissions" or "Contact Us" tabs. It's usually found at the top of the home page, if not the bottom.

  2. Once you find the "Admissions" or "Contract Us" tab, select the menu choice for the contact information. Some art college sites may have it listed as "Send more info." For example, The Art Institute of Chicago contact page is located on the left side of the page under "Apply" and "Connect with SAIC."

  3. Fill out the contact information form. It requires your name, address, phone number and intended message. You can receive a general admissions packet containing a lot of information about the art college and all the programs they offer.

  4. You may skip this step and search for the specific departments or admissions office staff. You can contact them directly via email or phone. They usually email or call back within 48 hours during school year hours.

  5. If you prefer to talk to someone in person, schedule a visit to the school's campus and meet various professors and talk to a guidance counselor.