Get Started with AC4D
Find the right learning path for you—whether through live, instructor-led courses or self-paced resources.
Design for change
AC4D students are eager to have positive social impact, possess a strong desire to solve complex problems creatively, and demonstrate a willingness to engage deeply in human-centered design processes. They value individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are committed to learning and collaborating in an interdisciplinary environment.
LIVE COURSES
Learn by Doing
Structured, hands-on courses with expert-led instruction and feedback.
📅 Format: Live virtual or in-person classes
⏳ Duration: 10 weeks per course
💰 Tuition: $2,500 per course
CATALYST LAB
Learn by Reflecting
Break through creative blocks and find clarity in just a few hours.
📅 Format: Live interactive group session
⏳ Duration: 3-hour single session
💰 Investment: $95 $50
IMPACT HUB
Learn Anytime
Access a growing library of frameworks and resources for independent learning.
✅ Free access to articles, guides, and community discussions
🚀 Premium access to exclusive videos and course discounts (coming soon)
Is AC4D the right stop on your learning journey?
Subscribe for an introductory email series giving you a glimpse into what we teach. We also share free resources, highlight student work, and invite you to events that help you get to know our close knit community.
DAVID BILL
Senior UX Designer
Amazon Web Services
“My goals coming to AC4D were to refine and extend my design strategy, adapt to working in a design team, and learn UX skills.
Additionally, having spent my career supporting education and civic institutions, I wanted to deepen my understanding of how Design overlaps with social impact.”
BHAVI PATEL
Principal Service Designer
Consultant
"I get to do what I love because of AC4D. One of the parts of what you do as a designer is teach. It doesn’t matter where you work in all these ever-evolving terms, you are constantly teaching. I left the program with courage, a sense of responsibility, and purpose instead of fear."
AC4D students, alumni & faculty are Designing for Impact
Mentorship from Someone Who’s Been in Your Shoes
AC4D believes in the power of mentorship to transform educational experiences. Students are paired with alumni mentors from the program's outset. These pairings are carefully chosen to align with shared interests, goals, and expertise, ensuring personalized, insightful guidance. Our mentors, seasoned in applying design in social contexts, offer regular, tailored support. Their advice and encouragement help students tackle challenges and celebrate successes during their AC4D journey and beyond.
Is AC4D the right stop on your learning journey?
Subscribe for an introductory email series giving you a glimpse into what we teach. We also share free resources, highlight student work, and invite you to events that help you get to know our close knit community.
