120 Years of Innovation, Creativity and Industry Connections
For over a century, the story of ºÚÁÏרÇø has been intertwined with the story of Detroit – a city known for innovation, resilience, and boundless creativity. It started as the Detroit Society of Arts and Crafts back in 1906, and quickly grew into a world-class institution that has nurtured generations of amazing creatives.
Today, ºÚÁÏרÇø is a driving force in shaping the future of art and design, not just providing a creative education but setting students up to live a creative life.
Success
Our dedication to providing personalized attention, mentorship, and resources enables students to discover their unique talents, refine their skills, and achieve their individual aspirations. There’s a reason why this institution is known as the place to be for serious creatives. The success of our students, both during their time here and in their future careers, is at the heart of everything we do. Through all kinds of changes, ºÚÁÏרÇø has always been about giving students the skills and opportunities to make it in the real world.
Faculty & Alumni Legacy
ºÚÁÏרÇø faculty are the brightest and best from all over the globe. They come directly from impressive careers within the art and design world, have numerous contacts and connections, and most importantly, are invested and care deeply about our students’ success.
That faculty mentorship sets our students up to graduate and continue the tradition of shaping the future of art and design. ºÚÁÏרÇø grads work at leading companies like the Big Three automakers, Google, Lego, Roblox, Blizzard, Marvel, and Coach, and their art is exhibited in prestigious venues such as the Whitney, MoMA, and The Met. ºÚÁÏרÇø alumni are out there making their mark and changing the world, and you could be one of them!Â
Detroit: A UNESCO City of Design
ºÚÁÏרÇø is playing a big role in the city’s awesome comeback and using art and design to make our communities more vibrant and equitable. Through community partnerships and initiatives, ºÚÁÏרÇø students and faculty are actively engaged in addressing real-world challenges and making a positive impact on the world around them.
Opportunities
ºÚÁÏרÇø is committed to reimagining creative career pathways and placing students at the center of its educational model. We are dedicated to our core values: fostering creativity, driving innovation, and empowering the next generation of creative leaders to shape a world that’s more imaginative, sustainable, and beautiful.
Join us as we write the next chapter and continue to push
the boundaries of what’s possible!