Portland Art Schools and Colleges

Degree Programs: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Film, Graphic Design, Web Design, Photography...
Surrounding Areas: Beaverton, Errol Heights, Gresham, Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, Oregon City, Parkrose, Vancouver, West Slope...
Surrounding ZIP Codes: 97005, 97008, 97030, 97034, 97045, 97075, 97078, 97080, 97201, 97213, 97255, 97270, 97299...

Portland, Oregon, located on the west shore of the Willamette River, occupies 145.4 square miles that include lush forests and volcanic remains. Its population is nearly 538,000 residents living in an area known to have one of the most temperate climates of the northwest United States. Often considered trendy, or even funky, Portland's environment is creative and its healthy arts culture is supported by many area organizations and groups. The area also is host to a large number of educational venues and art training sources, from traditional to discipline-specific programs.

National Programs: The following schools are accepting students from across the country.

The Art Institutes

The Art Institutes

Bachelor's | Associate's | Certificate | Diploma

The Art Institutes offers associate, bachelor and certificate programs that specialize in the creative arts and design. With over 40 locations in major cities throughout North America, you’ll get the competitive edge to succeed as a creative professional - in your field of interest!

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The Art Institutes
More Than 30 Schools Across North America
US
  
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Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Advertising (B),  Animation (C,A,B,M),  Apparel Design (A,B),  CAD (A),  Computer Design (C),  Design,  Design Management (B),  Desktop Publishing (C),  Digital Design (C,B),  Drafting (A),  Fashion Design (C,A,B),  Fashion Merchandising (C,A),  Film/Video (C,A,B,M),  Game Design (C,A,B),  Graphic Design (C,A,B,M),  Industrial Design (A,B),  Interior Design (C,A,B),  Media Arts (B),  Multimedia (C,A,B),  Painting (B),  Photography (C,A,B),  Visual Communication (B),  Web Site Design (C,A)

Introduction: The Art Institutes offer real-world education programs in design, media, fashion, and the culinary arts. Here, you'll get the competitive edge to succeed as a creative professional - in your field of interest! Our more than 30 schools across North America are creative communities of people like you. Locations: Atlanta, Boston, Burnaby, Charlotte, Chicago, Colorado, Dallas, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, Minnesota, New York City, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Portland, Orange County - CA, San Diego, San Francisco, Schaumburg, Seattle, Tampa, Vancouver, Washington, and York - PA.   Or Click Here to Learn About our Online Degree Programs.


ITT Technical Institute, School of Drafting & Design - Portland Campus

6035 N.E. 78th Court
Portland, OR 97218-2852, US
(800) 234-5488   
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www2.itt-tech.edu/edo 

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  3D Design,  Animation,  Architectural Design,  CAD,  Communication Design,  Computer Design (A),  Design Theory,  Drafting,  Game Design (A),  Graphic Design,  Multimedia (A),  Visual Communication


Marylhurst University, Department of Art

17600 Pacific Highway
PO Box 261
Marylhurst, OR 97036, US
(800) 634-9982   
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Visit Web Site 

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Art Therapy (M),  Fine Arts (B),  Interior Design (B),  Painting (B),  Photography (B),  Sculpture (B)

Introduction: From the painting studio to the computer desktop, the art programs at Marylhurst connect you to contemporary professions. Marylhurst art faculty are professional, working artists, participating in regular gallery exhibitions, commissioned works and service with arts agencies. Your instructor’s primary goal is to help you discover your identity as an artist. Classes with an average student-to-faculty ratio of 7:1 provide an environment for ample student-teacher interaction and constructive feedback. Marylhurst University is recognized as #1 in the Pacific Northwest for small class size by U.S. News & World Report.


The Art Institute of Portland

1122 NW Davis St.
Portland, OR 97209, US
(800) 557-7216   
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ai.ArtSchools.com/artinstitutes 

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Advertising (B),  Animation (B),  Apparel Design (A,B),  Design Management (B),  Digital Design (B),  Game Design (B),  Graphic Design (A,B),  Industrial Design (B),  Interactive Media (A,B),  Interior Design (A,B),  Media Arts (B),  Visual Communication (B)

Introduction: The Art Institutes offer real-world education programs in design, media, fashion, and the culinary arts. Our 31 schools across North America are creative communities of people like you. Here, you'll get the competitive edge to succeed as a creative professional - in your field of interest! Click Here for more Information.


The Art Institute Online


Distance/Online Education - Available Everywhere,
(877) 872-8869   
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ai.ArtSchools.com/artinstitutes 

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Advertising (B),  Animation (B),  Design (B),  Digital Design (C),  Fashion Merchandising (B),  Game Design (B),  Graphic Design (A,B),  Interactive Media (A,B),  Interior Design (B),  Media Arts (B),  Web Site Design (C)

Introduction: Life is hard. Developing your skills doesn't have to be. That's why The Art Institute Online is introducing unique design programs offered totally online. As a Multimedia & Web Design or Graphic Design student you will learn the process of design -- from the basics to completed projects.   Created for busy people like yourself, it's the first program that offers the convenience of learning the fundamentals of design via your computer and our easy-to-use virtual classroom software. Click Here for more Information.


Oregon College of Art and Craft

8245 SW Barnes Road
Portland, OR 97225, US
(503) 297-5544
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Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Book Arts,  Ceramics,  Crafts (C,B),  Drawing,  Fibers/Textiles/Weaving,  Fine Arts (B),  Metals,  Painting,  Photography,  Studio Art,  Wood


Pacific Northwest College of Art

1241 NW Johnson St.
Portland, OR 97209, US
503/226-4391    Fax: (503) 226-3587
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www.pnca.edu/ | pncainfo@pnca.edu

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  3D Design,  Art History,  Ceramics,  Drawing,  Fine Arts,  Graphic Design (B),  Illustration (B),  Interactive Media (B),  Liberal Arts,  Multimedia,  Painting (B),  Photography (B),  PrintMaking (B),  Sculpture (B),  Silkscreen,  Studio Art,  Typography,  Web Site Design,  Wood


American Jewelers Institute

1206 SE 11th Ave
Portland, OR 97214, US
(503) 255-4517    Fax: (503) 255-9164
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www.jewelersacademy.com/ | info@jewelersacademy.com

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Jewelry (C),  Jewelry Design


Arne Westerman Watercolor Workshops

111 Southwest Harrison St., #6A
Portland, OR 97201, US
(503) 226-3090   
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arne@easystreet.com

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Painting


Concordia University, History of Arts Program

2811 N E Holman Street
Portland, OR 97211, US
(800) 321-9371or (503) 288-9371   
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www.cu-portland.edu/ctas/pava/art/ | bswan@cu-portland.edu

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Art History,  Calligraphy,  Ceramics,  Computer Art/Design,  Drawing,  Painting,  Stained Glass,  Studio Art


Creative Kids & Leon Method, Fine Arts Instruction

1714 NW Overton St # 2
Portland, OR 97209, US
(503) 222-3506   
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www.lb-studios.com/ | creative@lb-studios.com

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Drawing,  Painting,  PrintMaking,  Sculpture


Drawing Studio

3614 SE Division St
Portland, OR US
(503) 232-9749   
 
 

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Drawing


Floral Design Institute


Portland, OR US
(800) 819-8089    Fax: (503) 274-0184
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www.floraldesigninstitute.com/ | dkesler@teleport.com

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Floral Design


Graphic Cat

5270 NW Pondosa Dr
Portland, OR US
(503) 281-7141   
 
 

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Graphic Design


Hipbone Studio

2342 SE Ankeny
Portland, OR 97214, US
(503) 231-3994   
 
www.hipbonestudio.com/ 

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Art-General,  Drawing,  Painting,  Sculpture


Innerscape Art Center

1306 NW Hoyt St # 304
Portland, OR US
(503) 827-0665   
 
 

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Art-General


Itisness

3016 NE Killingsworth St.
Portland, OR 97211, US
(503) 288-1189   
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www.itisness.com/ | itisness@hotmail.com

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Art-General


Lewis And Clark College, Department of Art

0615 Palatine Hill Road
MSC 92
Portland, OR 97219, US
(503) 768-7390    Fax: (503) 768-7401
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www.lclark.edu/dept/art  | art@lclark.edu

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Art History,  Ceramics,  Drawing,  Graphic Design,  Painting,  Photography,  Sculpture,  Studio Art


Marylhurst University, Department of Art

17600 Pacific Hwy (Hwy 43) PO Box 261
Marylhurst, OR 97036-0261, US
(503) 699-6268    Fax: (503) 636-9526
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Visit Web Site | studentinfo@marylhurst.edu

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Art Therapy (C,M),  Art-General (B),  Drawing,  Fine Arts (B),  Interior Design (C),  Photography,  PrintMaking


Multnomah Arts Center

7688 SW Capitol Highway
Portland, OR 97219, US
(503) 823-ARTS   
 
 

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Art-General,  Drawing,  Jewelry,  Painting,  Paper Making,  Photography,  PrintMaking,  Sculpture


Northwest Film Center, School of Film

1219 SW Park Avenue
Portland, OR 97205, US
(503) 221-1156    Fax: (503) 294-0874
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www.nwfilm.org/education/school.html | classes@nwfilm.org

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Film/Video


Portland Community College, Architectural Design

P.O. Box 19000
Portland, OR 97280-0990, US
(503)977-4163   
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spot.pcc.edu/academ/archdes/ | tgillesp@pcc.edu

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Architectural Design (A)


Portland State University, Department of Art

P.O. Box 751
Portland, OR 97207-0751, US
(800) 547-8887   
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www.art.pdx.edu/ | kosugem@pdx.edu

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Art History (B),  Drawing,  Graphic Design,  Painting,  PrintMaking,  Sculpture


Reed College, Art Department

3203 SE Woodstock Blvd
Portland, OR 97202, US
(800) 547-4750    Fax: (503) 777-7553
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academic.reed.edu/art/ | william.diebold@reed.edu

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Art History (B),  Ceramics,  Computer Art/Design,  Drawing,  Painting,  Photography,  PrintMaking,  Sculpture,  Studio Art (B)


Sellwood Art Academy

7908 SE 13th Ave
Portland, OR 97202, US
(503) 239-7647   
 
 

Courses and/or Programs Sample*:  Art-General