Degree Program Admissions
Application Guide
Applying to a degree program can be daunting, especially if you are applying to several schools, and thinking about tuition, financial aid, and so on. At Sessions, our goal is to make applying to college simple and convenient, so you can focus on starting your program and your future. Below is our quick guide to applying to our Bachelor’s and Associate Degree programs.
Academic Calendar
Classes start in January, April, and August, with mid-term starts available in February, June, and September.
What Do I Need to Submit to Complete My Application?
- Completed application form.
- A $75 application fee.
- 500-word essay expressing your interest in your major.
- 5-10 samples of your *original art and/or design work OR a written creative skills assessment. (Ask your Advisor.)
- Transcripts from your high school OR any colleges completed. (Transcripts must be provided for any course you wish evaluated for credit transfer.)
*”Original art and/or design work” means that you created the work yourself and did not alter someone’s work and/or use generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) to create your work. If you included royalty free images in your work, include a document that features your source materials along with links to the images.
What Level of Creative Work is Expected?
Please keep in mind, we are not looking for professional-level work from entering students. Our focus it to review work that demonstrates your creativity or passion for art, design, digital media, and/or photography. Any examples of your original design, drawings, photographs, art projects, or other creative work are acceptable.
If you do not have art or design samples to submit, your Admissions Advisor can provide you with a written creative skills assessment in which you demonstrate your current understanding of creative fields by completing a written assignment that demonstrates how you think about creative work and concepts.
What Are My Chances of Acceptance?
The goal of the Sessions College degree program admissions policy is to identify students who have a potential to complete the program and succeed in design and digital media field. We are looking for students who have a passion for art and design and who will make a positive contribution to the program.
Every aspect of the application is carefully considered. We look at each candidate’s academic record, essay, art and design samples, and any supporting materials before a decision is made. This process helps us ensure that you start class with a group of talented, committed students who will spur you to improve your work.
How Do I Request Transcripts?
All applicants must provide official transcripts by the application deadline. Please provide transcripts from your high school OR any college degree completed. If you have graduated college, high school transcripts are not required. Official transcripts must be provided for any course you wish evaluated for credit transfer.
Requesting transcripts is easy. Visit the Web site of your school for a transcript request form or call their registrar’s office to make the request. Ask that an official transcript be sent to Sessions College at this address:
Sessions College for Professional Design
Main Campus
51 West Third Street, Suite E-301
Tempe, AZ 85281
What About TOEFL?
Applicants whose first language is not English will need to submit official TOEFL or IELTS scores. The codes for submitting TOEFL and IELTS scores are:
| TOEFL | TOEFL score reporting: Internet-based test, paper-based test | Code 6346 |
| IELTS | IELTS score reporting | No code required |
Are SATs and ACTs Required?
No, but you are welcome to submit them if desired. Here are the codes for submitting SAT and ACT scores:
| SAT | College Board scores reporting | Code 6356 |
| ACT | ACT score reporting | Code 5344 |
What If I Have Questions?
We encourage prospective students to talk to an Admissions Advisor if they have any questions about the application process.