Admission
Welcome to the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University!
The largest comprehensive design and arts school in the nation
With almost 9,000 students, more than 600 faculty and faculty associates, more than 130 degree program options and a tradition of top-ranked programs, we are committed to redefining the 21st-century design and arts school. Our college is built on a combination of disciplines unlike any other program in the nation, comprising ASU FIDM and ASU FIDM Museum; the School of Art; the School of Arts, Media and Engineering; The Design School; The Sidney Poitier New American Film School; the School of Music, Dance and Theatre; and the ASU Art Museum. Explore our degree programs and find out why we are the largest comprehensive design and arts school in the nation, located within a dynamic 21st-century research university.
Experience ASU
Experience ASU visits are sessions with ASU Enrollment team members, followed by a Herberger Institute academic information session with Herberger Institute enrollment team members. The Tempe Experience ASU visits take place on Mondays, excluding national holidays. If you are interested in our Tempe based programs we invite you to attend a Tempe Experience ASU visit. The Downtown Experience ASU visits take place on Fridays, excluding national holidays. If you are interested in the Fashion and Popular Music programs we invite you to attend the Downtown Experience ASU visit. All prospective undergraduate students and families interested in our programs are invited.
Experience ASU in Arizona Experience ASU in LA
Talk to a recruitment representative
These 15-minute individual appointments are for high school and transfer students or families who have a quick question about the undergraduate admission process and degree programs that are offered by the ASU Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts.
If you are interested in a Design, Art, Music, Dance, Theatre or Media Arts and Sciences program select this option.
If you are interested in the Fashion, Film or Pop Music programs in Arizona, please select this option.
To connect with a Herberger Institute representative at the ASU California Center to learn about the Fashion and Film programs in Los Angeles, register for a virtual meeting by selecting this option.
If you need a longer appointment, please email herbergeradmissions@asu.edu.
Connect with a Herberger Institute student representative.
Connect with one of our student representatives, these students are current students from the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. If you would like to connect with a current student or have questions about the student experience or Herberger Institute programs please email us at herbergeradmissions@asu.edu with your questions.
Arizona
Jasmine L.
3rd year
BSD in Graphic Design
Ethan A.
2nd year
BSD in Industrial Design
Jaylene N.
3rd year
BS in Media Arts and Sciences
(Media Processing)
California
Enoch O.
MA in Narrative and Emerging Media
Kristina T.
2nd year
BA in Fashion (Fashion Design)
Priscilla C.
2nd year
BA in Fashion (Fashion Business Management)
Contact us!
Undergraduate programs
The quickest way to reach us is through email.
Our admission representatives in the Herberger Institute can provide admissions guidance and support to prospective students.
HerbergerAdmissions@asu.edu
480-727-4757
If you are interested in our California-based degrees, please email: HerbergerAdmissionsCA@asu.edu.
Graduate programs
If you have questions about the graduate programs, contact the Herberger Institute Schools. For contact information, visit the Graduate Admission
Steps to apply
1. Explore your degree program
We offer more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degrees and concentrations in our five schools and across the Institute:
2. Apply to ASU
- The admissions process begins when you submit your ASU online application.
- Select your major of choice on the ASU online application.
- Apply early: Many of our degrees are highly selective. Applying early may increase your chances of admission.
Admission for: First-year students | Transfer | International | Graduate
3. Investigate the supplemental admissions requirements
Some of our degrees require additional audition, interview, milestone or portfolio requirements. Please review the additional entrance requirements related to your area of study.
4. Visit the resources for newly admitted students
Learn more about your next steps toward becoming a Herberger Institute student.
This is where your future in design and the arts begins
The Herberger Institute has more than 400 faculty and staff to make your college journey successful and enjoyable. Our talented faculty, outstanding facilities and unlimited opportunities make the Herberger Institute the ideal place to study in design and the arts disciplines.
Living on and off campus
As a student in the Herberger Institute, you’ll have a number of options to choose from when it comes to experiencing student life, whether you’re living on campus or off campus.
Academic advising
The advising team in the Herberger Institute specializes in all design and arts disciplines and can help you navigate your curriculum.
Paying for college
Thousands of dollars in scholarships and fellowships are awarded to Herberger Institute students annually. Explore all of your options.
Check out our events
See the stars of tomorrow – today.
We offer hundreds of events throughout the community; many are free!
A creative city
The Herberger Institute is a creative city made up of students, faculty and staff. Learn more about us and our demographics.
Frequently asked questions
Upcoming events
In addition to our ongoing virtual sessions, we have special events and live webinars
Our admission representatives in the Herberger Institute can provide admissions guidance and support to prospective students.