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Learn about our efforts toward supporting and building a diverse community.
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SAIC’s new faculty members represent a diverse range of practices, media, and methodologies and exemplify SAIC’s focus on interdisciplinary studies. Read more.
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SAIC's suggested FAFSA priority deadline for each upcoming academic year is December 1 for Undergraduate Illinois Residents, January 1 for All Others. More info.
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Join us this year for an exciting lineup of exhibitions, lectures, screenings, and special events.

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Ways to Meet With Us Online

Chat with us, join an info session, or take a live virtual tour with student ambassadors.
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National Decision Day for Undergraduates

Make your tuition deposit by June 1 in order to secure your place in our fall class.
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ArtBash

View the work of our Contemporary Practices students in the virtual ArtBash exhibition.
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Nick Cave Named One of the Greats

Acclaimed artist and professor of Fashion, Body and Garment, Nick Cave is featured in the New York Times: T Style Magazine's "Greats" issue alongside three renowned talents.
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SAIC Alums Jeffrey Gibson and Walter Hood Named MacArthur Fellows

Jeffrey Gibson (BFA 1995), multidisciplinary artist and craftsperson, and Walter Hood (MFA 2013), landscape and public artist, were awarded 2019 MacArthur “genius" grants. In the past four years, five SAIC alums or faculty have been awarded this prestigious honor.
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Make Something

SAIC offers online and on-campus summer art and design classes for adults and teens. Registration is now open.
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File Your FAFSA

File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial aid and loans.

Information on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

SAIC is closely monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak. The School is following guidance from the Chicago Department of Public Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Visit saic.edu/alerts for the latest information.

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Art Connects Us

At SAIC, our community is driven by the spirit of engagement and the desire to make positive change in our world. In the weeks to come, we’ll be honoring our citizen artists, taking a look at the way alums, students, faculty, and staff are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.