School of Visual Arts in United States of America

School of Visual Arts has been a leader in the education of artists, designers, and creative professionals for more than seven decades.
With a faculty of distinguished working professionals, a dynamic curriculum, and an emphasis on critical thinking, SVA is a catalyst for innovation and social responsibility.

OUR MISSION
To educate future generations of artists, designers and creative professionals.

Core VALUES
CITIZENSHIP
We recognize that communication is the cornerstone of community. Accessible leadership and minimal hierarchy breed a spirit of mutual respect and cooperation.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
We value our differences. An SVA education is informed by multiple approaches to learning and making; and by the presence of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

FREEDOM OFEXPRESSION
The freedom to take risks is vital to art making and arts education. We celebrate divergent opinions as participants in the world’s largest community of creative professionals.

PROFESSIONALISM AND INTEGRITY
We believe in accountability. As we adapt and innovate, our institutional commitment to ethical conduct, community service and outreach and financial responsibility remains steadfast.