School of Visual Arts (SVA) has been a leader in the education of artists, designers and creative professionals for more than six decades. With a faculty of distinguished working professionals, dynamic curriculum and an emphasis on critical thinking, SVA is a catalyst for innovation and social responsibility. Comprised of more than 7,000 students at its Manhattan campus and 38,000 alumni in 100 countries, SVA also represents one of the most influential artistic communities in the world.

HAS SVA SUSPENDED CLASSES AND OPERATIONS DUE TO COVID-19? All of SVA’s academic buildings and administrative offices have been closed to students, faculty and nonessential staff until further notice. In-person classes have been canceled and moved online with plans to reopen in the fall semester. Commencement and art exhibits have been held virtually. For updates to SVA's response to COVID-19, please visit sva.edu/features/message-from-sva-about-covid-19-novel-coronavirus.