Adult Programs
Evening and Weekend Courses for Adults, Offered in Chicago and Online
Explore your creative potential with our adult programs at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Whether you are just starting out or expanding an established practice, SAIC's adult classes and certificate programs help you build practical skills, expand your network, and bring your creative vision to life.
Weekend and Evening Classes
From art history to graphic design, SAIC’s evening and weekend Adult Continuing Education courses allow you to pursue your passion, learn new skills, and connect with an artistic community.
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.
Teacher Programs
SAIC’s AP Summer Institute in Art & Design is a one-week, intensive online professional development program offered to AP high school teachers from around the world in the subject of art and design. You’ll leave the program equipped with new teaching strategies, instructional materials, and strong connections within a supportive teacher community.
Students-At-Large
Want to build your portfolio, earn college credit, or try a class before committing to a degree? As a student-at-large at SAIC, you can take degree-level courses alongside passionate artists and designers and expert faculty.
We're A Top Art School in the US
SAIC has been recognized as “the most influential art school in the United States” and one of the best art colleges in the world. Learn more about our rankings and accolades.
Our Cutting-Edge Curriculum
From the School’s distinguished faculty, to our remarkable museum and facilities, our cutting-edge curriculum combines rigor with risk-taking, and serious critique with play.
Our World-Class Facilities & Resources
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, free membership to LinkedIn Learning, parking discounts, and more. Learn more about student benefits.
