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There's always something happening at the Academy in Tampa! Here's where to check the latest announcements, updates and news about our growing academic community and career-focused degree programs.

Save the Date for IMAGINE 2010 – Saturday, October 23, 2010

IMAGINE 2010 is the Academy's 25th Annual Fashion Show and Expo. We will be pulling out all the stops for this year's celebration – you won't want to miss it!

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What's Your Resolution?

Have you resolved to take charge of your future this year? Are you ready to get started on the education needed to pursue or advance in a creative career? Then come explore the Academy on Saturday, January 16 at 10am at our New Year's Open House to learn how we can help you engage your passion.

Don't let another year slip on by!



Adobe's 2009 Educators Summit

Recently, Paul Pelak, Digital Photography Chair at the Academy of Design & Technology in Tampa, was invited to participate along with (24) other top educational professionals from around North America at the Adobe's 2009 Educators Summit in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

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Scholarship Awarded to "Fashion Forward" Design Contest Winner

Anna Romero creates a flirty, beaded dress to take the prize

Hoffman Estates, Ill., (June 2, 2009) – The International Academy of Design & Technology (the Academy) announced today that graduating high school senior, Anna Romero, the local winner for the Academy - Las Vegas, has been named the winner of its national fashion design contest. She and nine other high school seniors saw their original designs come to life on the IMAGINE 2009 runway in Chicago on May 21 in front of an audience of more than 1000 people. That evening, Romero's name was announced as the recipient of a full-tuition scholarship (valued at more than $50,000) to attend the Academy in Las Vegas.

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International Academy of Design & Technology Attains CIDA Re-Accreditation for Interior Design Program

Tampa, Fla. (March 19, 2009) – The International Academy of Design & Technology-Tampa (the Academy) was notified this month that it has again been granted accreditation by the Council of Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) for its Interior Design (Bachelor of Fine Arts) degree program. This accreditation status has been continuously held since 1992. The Interior Design program was voluntarily placed before the scrutiny of CIDA to ensure that students receive an education that will serve them not only during their time at school but also prepare them for future professional growth. Students enrolled in an accredited interior design program can be confident that the program meets the quality standards recognized by the profession.

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The Academy Goes ONLINE!

  • Looking for an alternative to on-campus education?
  • Has college been an issue due to scheduling conflicts?
  • Are you interested in learning in a virtual classroom?
If you have answered yes to any of the above questions - the Academy's Hybrid curriculum is the solution for you!

For more information please contact an admissions representative today.