Art & Design High School
M60P — Midtown East, NYC
A creative, rigorous public arts education since 1936.
Grades 9–12 • 1,200 students • A vibrant community where every artist belongs.
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About Our School
Where every artist thrives.
Founded in 1936, High School of Art and Design is New York City’s premier public high school for commercial and digital arts. Serving grades 9–12, we offer hands-on training in animation, architecture, cartooning, fashion, film, graphic design, illustration, and photography—preparing students for college and careers with industry-standard mastery.
With a commitment to fostering creativity, innovation, and strong ethical values, we cultivate a diverse community of artists who are ready to shape the future of visual arts.
inspired daily
artistic excellence
career ready
What We Offer
Our Programs
Eight majors, endless possibilities.
Animation & Digital Arts
Master industry-standard software like Adobe Premiere and AutoCAD while creating original animations and digital portfolios. Our students earn professional certifications and intern with top studios.
Explore AnimationFashion & Illustration
Design ready-to-wear collections and refine digital collages in our Commercial Art program. From AP courses to paid internships, students build portfolios that launch careers.
See Fashion & IllustrationFilm & Architecture
From scriptwriting to city planning, our Film/Video and Architectural Design majors offer hands-on training with state-of-the-art equipment and industry critiques.
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