The Art Institute of Fort Lauerdale – is one of The Art Institutes system of over 40 schools across North America. The college, which is internationally placed & accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, is an applied arts college, providing bachelor’s degrees, associate’s degrees and diplomas in the creative fields. Founded in 1968 by Mark K. Wheeler, The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale vision is to provide students with the skills they need to pursue creative careers in the areas of design, media arts, fashion and the culinary arts. Courses are taught by industry professionals. Of all 2005 Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale graduates available for employment, 94.4% were employed in a field related to their program of study within six months of graduation.