Study in New York City

New York City is home to the world’s most iconic and dynamic art market, making it the ideal campus for individuals interested in developing their art business expertise through tangible experiences with leading art institutions and art market professionals.

Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York students converge at the bustling midtown Manhattan campus in the historic General Electric building, an art deco landmark in the heart of the city. Venture around the corner and visit world-renowned auction houses including Sotheby’s, where you’ll have access to stunning art collections, riveting auctions, and industry leaders at the forefront of today’s most exciting sales. 

Located in the center of the contemporary art and luxury worlds, the New York campus is its own classroom with access to thousands of blue chip and emerging galleries, world class museums, art fairs, artists’ studios, private collections, art technology companies, and arts foundations and nonprofits. 

New York City is the largest art market in the world, accounting for the majority of all art market sales internationally, and it is home to Wall Street—the financial hub of the world. The City attracts top faculty, leading art market professionals, established and emerging artists, and experts from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds. 

Master's Degrees

Our Master’s programs are designed by industry experts to provide students with the specialized knowledge, skillsets, and artistic judgment needed to become leaders in the international art market. These degrees combine a rigorous curriculum and exposure to industry for a holistic learning experience that prepares students for successful careers in the art world.

Short Courses

Our short courses are ideal for individuals looking to enter or advance in the art world, combining the value of intensive study with access to the rich art history and cultural offerings of New York City. Choose from a curated selection of specialized subjects that will help you develop your expertise and gain key insights and skills to help you thrive in your art world career.

Pre-College

Sotheby’s Summer Institute invites high schoolers who are curious and passionate about the arts to immerse themselves in the vibrant art capital of New York City. From learning the intricacies of running galleries and museums to exploring painting and drawing techniques throughout history, these two-week courses are designed to engage, inspire, and fuel creativity.

Evening Courses

Connect to the art world community through our popular evening courses, designed for both working professionals and lifelong learners. They offer the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals, learn from industry leaders, and enhance knowledge in subjects such as art business, art history, or the auction market.

Why study with Sotheby’s Institute of Art?

“The New York art world has everything to offer, and everybody can find their place here.”

-Klaudia Ofwona Draber, MA Art Business ‘18

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Our Faculty

Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York faculty are dedicated teaching professionals with deep knowledge of art history, art objects, art theory, art law, art business, international art markets, art valuation, and professional practices in the art industry today. Our renowned faculty comprise scholars, economists, lawyers, marketing and communications experts, and practitioners in the art market who bring their expertise and their network to the classroom and beyond through local and international field study. Discover more about the New York Faculty.

Career Development

Students and graduates of the Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York MA programs have access to a myriad of internship and job opportunities through our extensive network of art market partners, Sotheby’s auction house, and our private online portal for students and our 8,000+ alumni.

The Institute also offers a full suite of Career Services for our graduate students. Dedicated to providing an international experience with students, faculty, and experts from all over the globe, the Institute in New York enables you to build a lifelong network to advance your career, wherever it might take you. See also: Information for International Students.

See our Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York Selected Employers for Job and Internship Opportunities.

Mission Statement

Sotheby’s Institute of Art-New York prepares aspiring professionals for careers in the international art world. It offers an immersive learning environment together with an object-based and dynamically responsive, contextual curriculum. A distinguished faculty of professionals and academic leaders enables our students to develop analytical tools, critical skills and market knowledge, and ensures privileged access to an international network of practitioners and experts.

Accreditation

Sotheby’s Institute of Art-NY holds permanent degree-granting authority from the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).

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