Special Nondegree Student Status ArtCenter occasionally admits students to its Special Status program. The program is intended for students who have had significant work and educational experience. These students are allowed to attend ArtCenter classes for up to three terms on a nondegree basis. Th...
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Important Dates All of ArtCenter’s graduate programs accept applicants for the Fall Term only. Key Dates for Graduate Admissions Application Opens August 1 Priority Application Deadline January 15 Application Decisions Published through Spring (no later than early Apr...
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Estimated Cost of Attendance Each term, tuition fees include up to 19 credits for undergraduate students and 24 credits for graduate students. Every student who applies for financial aid is assigned a cost of attendance (COA). This COA is often referred to as a student budget. The student budget g...
ArtCenter’s renowned graduate programs offer designers and artists exceptional opportunities to create unique and personal career and life paths—all within the dynamic social, cultural and intellectual context of Southern California. Art (MFA) Discover the freedom, support and expe...
There are four methods by which you can submit your portfolio. Read the details on each format, and choose only one. Do not submit work via multiple formats.
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How to Apply 1. Familiarize yourself with our Programs of Study At ArtCenter, we offer a specialized education that places students in intensive studio classes specific to their major from their first term of study. We require that students choose a major when they apply and that they submit a por...
How to Apply 1. Familiarize yourself with our Programs of Study ArtCenter offers ten distinct graduate degree programs. It is important to understand our programs of study and how they align with your creative ambitions. 2. Review the application and program requirements Admission to each o...
Understand the steps to return to ArtCenter after a break. Review re-entry and readmission requirements, portfolio guidelines, and important deadlines.
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) information for ArtCenter students.
Requirements By Major If you would like to connect with a the Director of Graduate Admissions for a portfolio feedback, please consider Scheduling an Appointment early on in the application process to ensure you are crafting a portfolio which meets the specific major requirements as outlined below....
Portfolio Requirements By Major If you would like to connect with an admissions counselor for portfolio feedback, please consider Scheduling an Appointment early on in the application process to ensure you are crafting a portfolio which meets the specific major requirements as outlined below. If y...