With over 6,000 students at its NYC campus and 43,000+ alumni from 130 countries, SVA represents one of the most influential artistic communities in the world.A multidisciplinary college of art and design known for its unparalleled faculty and innovative curriculum. Offering BFA, MFA, MA, MAT and MPS degrees.

Core values

- **Addressing Societal Needs and Issues**: These projects aim to improve accessibility, sustainability, economic empowerment, health education, social justice, and other elements of the human experience[1][4].
- **Improving Quality of Life**: They focus on creating meaningful change and enriching lives, especially for underserved communities[1][4].
- **Promoting Positive Change**: The projects involve activism and advocacy, using design as a vehicle for spreading awareness and advocating for change[1].
- **Contributing to Community Well-being**: They adopt a human-centered and collaborative approach, engaging with communities to understand their needs and implement solutions that benefit them[1][4].