SAE Institute is one of the world's leading educators in creative media industries. The Institute has been setting the global benchmark for creative media education since 1976. In North America, it proudly offers accredited Bachelor's Degree, Associate Degrees, and diplomas across multiple disciplines. The mission of the institute is to help aspiring creative professionals prepare for entry-level positions in the entertainment and creative media industries.

SAE Institute provides courses to students across 7 campuses in major cities including Atlanta, Chicago, Miami, Nashville, New York, and Emeryville, CA (San Francisco Bay Area), where it operate SAE Expression College offering programs in digital arts. The institute's programs cover specialist discipline streams in Audio, Animation & Visual Effects, Digital Film, Game Development, entertainment & Music Business. SAE prides itself on delivering programs in professional quality facilities. The Institute ensures that the students receive an education with industry-relevant skills.

SAE Institute campuses in the United States are a part of the global SAE Institute network with over 50 campuses in more than 26 countries. SAE employs specialist teachers with real-world experience, who deliver's personalized education in industry standard facilities. Its specialized courses in creative media are responsive to the dynamic and evolving nature of these industries.