Foundation at the Kansas City Art Institute

The Foundation program is an immersive experience that hones students’ skills and expands their notions of what creativity can be. It is one of the defining characteristics of a KCAI education. Classes are taught by full-time faculty, and the curriculum is designed to help each student determine their passion and path forward when selecting a major.

Our 16,000-square-foot studio facility is dedicated solely to freshmen. Within a month of arriving at KCAI, you will be working in large-scale formats, using a range of materials and media, and collaborating with gifted people of diverse backgrounds.

Through dedication and discipline, students develop their innate talents and discover the value of rigorous experimentation in pursuit of their artistic goals.