Adult Continuing Education (ACE)
We are very proud to have been ranked as the #2 fine arts graduate program in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.
Contact Us
Phone: 312.629.6170
Email: cs@saic.edu
Office hours:
Monday–Friday
8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
While our physical offices remain closed, Continuing Studies staff are available M–F, 8:30 – 4:30 CT at 312.629.6170 to answer your questions. You may also email us at cs@saic.edu. We are here to help!
Non-Credit Courses
From Art History to Graphic Design, SAIC’s evening and weekend ACE courses allow you to pursue your passion and connect with an artistic community. See the current schedule and register today.
Certificate Programs
Explore a field of interest or prepare for further study in art and design with a specially-designed sequence of courses resulting in a professional credential from the nation’s most influential art and design school! Learn more.
Degree Courses for Credit
SAIC offers hundreds of degree courses each fall and spring semester, as well as a variety of short-term courses and intensives in the summer and winter interim, many designed especially for students at large. Join our degree-seeking students, other college students, and artists and designers from Chicago and beyond in our creative, supportive community. Learn more.
Student Benefits
ACE students enjoy access to SAIC’s world-class facilities and technology resources, including computer labs equipped with digital imaging software, use of SAIC’s Advanced Output Center (laser-cutting, 3D printing), Service Bureau (professional quality printing, binding, vinyl cutting) access to SAIC’s many research and learning databases including our Flaxman Library and Video Data Bank, free membership to LinkedIn Learning, parking discounts, and more. See benefits.
Student and Faculty Profiles
See work from faculty and students enrolled in SAIC’s ACE courses and Certificate Programs. View Profiles.
