Following in the tradition of The Art
Institutes, we offer you the learning
environment you need to graduate into a
future in the creative arts.
Online Degree Programs
Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor of Science in Fashion & Retail
Management
Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
Bachelor of Science in Web Design and
Interactive Media
Bachelor of Science in Hotel and
Restaurant Management
Bachelor of Science Media Arts and
Animation
Associate of Science Degrees
Associate of Science in Graphic Design
Associate of Science in Web Design and
Interactive Media
Diploma Programs
Diploma in Digital Design
Diploma in Residential Planning
Web Design Diploma
The Art Institute Online is a
division of The Art Institute of
Pittsburgh, which is accredited by the
Accrediting Council for Independent
Colleges and Schools (ACICS).
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh is
authorized by the Pennsylvania
Department of Education to award
Bachelor of Science and Associate of
Science degrees. Established in 1921,
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
specializes in career preparation in the
visual and practical arts and has
graduated more than 30,000 students.
Many students receive some form of
financial aid to assist them in
financing their education. The Art
Institute Online provides "financial
planning" for its students. This means
that we can provide a payment plan that
will allow you to budget for your
program, one academic year at a time.
Our goal in Student Financial Services
is to make your payments as affordable
for you as possible. Let your Assistant
Director of Admissions (ADA) know that
you are interested in applying for aid,
so that he/she can set up an appointment
for you to talk to the school's
Admissions Coordinator and/or Student
Financial Services Department.
Associate of Arts in Graphic Design
The Graphics Design Associate program provides instruction on the skills and techniques of computer graphics, electronic imaging and production using scanners, digital cameras and computer-based hardware and software (such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator) and all the other essential skills to begin a career in the design field. By graduation, you will have acquired the training and portfolio necessary to interview for an entry-level career opportunity with: Corporations, Organizations, Educational Institutions, Government Agencies, Entertainment, Ad Agencies and more.
Associate Degree in Kitchen and Bath Design
Want to specialize in a fast-growing industry and put your passions to work where you apply your skills in both space planning and aesthetics? Rise to the challenge in our Kitchen & Bath Design associate's degree program.
Kitchens and baths are the most utilized rooms in any house, and are potentially the most multi-dimensional. Professionals in this field can transform a typical home kitchen into a culinary space worthy of a professional that is stylish and welcoming to be the centerpiece of any social occasion. Kitchen and Bath Designers can create a bath area that is both a functional space as well as a soothing, spa-worthy environment.
Launch Your Creative Career
Upon graduation, you will be prepared for a variety of entry-level positions such as:
•Kitchen/Bath Designer
•Kitchen Planner
•Assistant Project Manager/Installation Coordinator
•Draftsperson
•Kitchen and Bath Retail Sales Consultant
Associate of Science in Photography
The photographer serves a unique role in our world. They capture our world as they see it – bringing us visuals of everything from the realities of war to beautiful pictures of products that can be used in advertisements. The world of photography is also constantly evolving. To be successful, one must combine a visual flair with the proficiency needed to master the advanced technological changes this field is continually experiencing.
The Associate of Science in Photography degree program at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh – Online Division is designed to prepare graduates to pursue entry level positions in the diverse world of photography. In this program, emphasis is placed on the development of fundamental composition, technical and problem-solving skills needed to produce competent imagery as well as the development of the communication and business skills that can help students succeed in the real world.
Bachelor in Fashion and Retail Management
In the Fashion & Retail Management program, you'll learn how to develop, analyze, and implement sales strategies. Buying and merchandising practices are explored. Your inventory control and cost analysis skills are honed. And you'll learn more about the many avenues open to you in this exciting field: buying, coordinating runway shows, sales consultation, manufacturer's rep, and more. Department stores, boutiques, and designer showrooms are the environments in which you will be part of the changing face of fashion, from season to season. Once you graduate, you'll be prepared for a variety of entry-level positions, including: Retail Management Trainee, Retail and Wholesale Sales, Stylist, Visual Merchandiser, and more.
Bachelor of Science Interior Design
Part art, part science, Interior Design goes far beyond decorating. Interior designers have a profound impact on people's lives by creating the surroundings in which they live, work and play. In the Interior Design Program, you will study computer-aided drafting and design, 3-D design, space planning, problem-solving, and the history of design and architecture. Course work also covers specialty design, including exhibit design, hospitality design, retail store design and corporate design. In addition, you will learn how to communicate your design solutions through a variety of visual media.
Bachelor of Science in Hotal Restaurant Management
In the Hotel and Restaurant Management program, you will gain comprehensive training in the hospitality arena, develop quick and effective decision-making skills and enhance your human relations ability. You will also develop a keen understanding of the skills necessary to run a successful hotel and food service enterprise. Hotel and restaurant managers make purchasing and staffing decisions and manage a variety of personnel such as cooks, housekeepers and concierges.
The Hotel and Restaurant Management program will develop your understanding of both front room and front office procedures, enhanced by a working knowledge of the kitchen preparation process and other essential behind-the-scenes operations. The strength of the Hotel and Restaurant Management program lies in combining business management with culinary appreciation. The program highlights topics such as elements of food display and plate presentation, buffet organization methods, the history and study of specific cuisines as well as preferred serving protocols.
Bachelor of Science in Internet Marketing
You will take courses such as concept development, storyboarding, online communication and art direction. You will learn how to create the right visual message to cause the reaction you want. Course work in brand marketing, marketing research and consumer behavior will provide you with the business foundation you will need to understand the marketplace and develop winning strategies.
The concentration in Internet Marketing will focus on online marketing fundamentals and walks through the differences in concepts, tools, and tactics for traditional, direct, online, and multichannel marketing. It provides a high-level overview of online channels and evaluates best practices for a positive multichannel customer experience. It explains the necessity of customer-centric marketing for online channels and reviews the creation and value of using personas for achieving relevant and engaging campaigns. From defining budgets, selecting channels, and calculating campaign ROI, this course will equip students with the basic skills for jumpstarting an online marketing campaign.
Associate of Science in Web Design
The Associate of Science in Web Design and Interactive Media degree was created to prepare you for careers involving the Internet with a focus on marketing and design. It integrates the elements of audio, video, still images, animation, text and data for the delivery of interactive content. Course work begins with drawing and design, digital image manipulation, multimedia system design, scriptwriting, sound, video and animation. It progresses to more complex classes such as interactive information design and Web development - all under the guidance of experienced faculty members recruited from this fascinating industry.
Bachelor of Science in Game Art and Design
The Game Art & Design program concentrates on the artistic side of games - not computer programming. This unique program is your first step toward becoming an artist and designer in the multi-billion dollar game design industry. You will strengthen your basic art and design skills, and then you'll learn how to design game play and background, create characters and their environments, and apply your knowledge of video and computer games to evaluate game products. You will also learn to plan the game environment and determine choices for characters. When you graduate from the Game Art & Design program, you will have the training and skills you need to compete for entry-level positions in the game industry, including positions such as: Game-play tester, 2-D conceptual artist, 3-D character builder, 3-D object modeler, Interactivity designer, Background artist and more.
