Sva

SVA is an acronym that can refer to several organizations and institutions. The two most common references are School of Visual Arts and Student Veterans of America, though the acronym is used by other groups in different fields.

School of Visual Arts is a private art and design college located in New York City. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs across a range of visual arts and design disciplines, including fine arts, illustration, graphic design, photography, film, animation, and related media. The institution emphasizes practical studio-based training, professional preparation, and industry connections, and it hosts exhibitions, film screenings, and portfolio reviews as part of its program activities. SVA is a recognizable part of the United States arts education landscape and participates in contemporary art and design communities.

Student Veterans of America is a national nonprofit organization that supports student veterans in higher education. It coordinates a network of chapters on college campuses, provides leadership development, mentorship, and professional opportunities, and advocates for policies that affect veteran students at the national, state, and institutional levels. SVA aims to improve access to higher education for veterans, enhance their academic experience, and facilitate successful transitions to civilian careers.

Because SVA denotes multiple entities, the intended meaning is typically clarified by context, such as the country, sector, or accompanying descriptors (for example, School of Visual Arts in the arts/education context or Student Veterans of America in the veterans and higher education context).