31. SCHOOL OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO (Chicago, IL, US)

-Programs: Fashion Design
-Number of Students: Undergrads: 2,500; Fashion students:120
-Tuition: $18,000
-Misc: Three year curriculum within a four year fine arts foundation.
-Famous Grads: Cynthia Rowley, Maria Pinto, Halston, Matthew Ames
-The Bottom Line: With a non-traditional fashion design program, Georgia O’Keefe’s alma mater has a serious art and design pedigree.