First Year Students

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First Year Students

Welcome First-Year Students

Deciding where to go to college is probably the most difficult decision you've ever had to make. Experiencing our campus firsthand with a scheduled visit is the best way to get a taste of Santa Fe University of Art and Design life in Santa Fe, New Mexico, recently ranked by Conde Nast as the third most popular travel city in the United States.

Application Process

Santa Fe University of Art and Design is a wonderful way for motivated first-year students to gain a superior undergraduate academic foundation to pursue a degree in the arts.

For more information see the Admission requirements and application section of the Academic Catalog and the 2011-2012 catalog addendum to the admissions process.

Classes Begin Dates - 2012

Spring Semester- January 17, 2012
Fall Semester- August 27, 2012

About the Application Process

Please provide the following information in your online application:
• Personal Information: your profile and contact information
• Academic Information: details about your academic background
• Employment Information: your work history

Upon submission of your online application, you will need to supply the following:
• Official transcript(s)
• A Goal Statement
• Test scores
• Most programs require a resume, audition or portfolio. Please check with your Enrollment Advisor.