Preparing a Portfolio

How do I submit my portfolio?

Digital portfolios are preferred. After you apply online, you will receive a url to upload your files. We also accept DVDs and CDs. Please include an index with your name, name of project, medium, approximate dimensions, and date.

1. Apply online

2. Otis will send you
the url for digital
portfolio site.

3. Follow directions
to upload images of
your work

*Note - We do not accept physical art pieces.

Foundation Level Portfolios Include
10–20 examples of of your best and most recent work.	Any medium, including but not limited to: drawings, illustration, painting, photography, 2-D design, sculpture, drafting, 3-D Design, and time-based projects.

Transfer Student Portfolios Include
Sophomore Level Approach A 10–20 examples or artwork	Include work that mirrors Foundation program. This would include life drawing, observational drawing, 2-D and 3-D Design. Also, include personal work that expresses your interests and creativity. It does not have to include work from the major you wish to study.

Sophomore Level Approach B 10–20 examples of artwork	You may submit work that shows advanced skill in your major. Remember, the portfolio should demonstrate that you have the skills to be successful at the sophomore level.

2nd-Semester Sophomore (Spring Only) Junior Level (Fall Only) 10–20 examples of artwork	Highlight discipline-specific skills to show that you are ready to enter at the second-semester sophomore, or junior level. Junior level students are expected to have professional level artwork and be ready for internships and advanced coursework.

Features

Read this booklet online or
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Booklet contains information about Student Aid, deadlines, and requirements.

Preparing a Portfolio Video Guide