“Eventually everything connects – people, ideas, objects. The quality of the connections is the key to quality per se.” – Charles Eames

CDES Mission

The College of Design at AUE empowers students through creative research, critique, personal growth, and diverse applications of design methodologies.

The National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) has granted AUE’s Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design, Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design, Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, and Bachelor of Science in Animation the designation of Substantial Equivalency with accredited programs in the United States.

11250 Roger Bacon Drive,
Suite 21, Reston, VA 20190-5248, USA
Telephone: +1-703-437-0700 nasad.arts-accredit.org 

Students who graduate from the College of Fine Arts and Design are highly motivated and creative individuals who can pursue professional career opportunities. They will be employed in diverse fields and professional areas in the challenging world of arts and design.

• Animation
• Illustration
• Web Design
• Interior Design
• Fashion Design
• Universal Design Consultancy