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Start your journey here. Find important information about applying to Otis College of Art and Design.
We’re here to help you at each step of the admissions process. In addition to requirements and deadlines, we want you to know about opportunities to get to know our campus and community. Otis counselors, students, mentors, and graduates each have a unique perspective on Otis College and what it’s like to live and learn in the creative hub of Los Angeles, California.
Getting Started
Start by reviewing the requirements and deadlines for your degree.
Register for an Admissions Event
Portfolio Development Info Session: Part I
Tuesday, Jul 8 at 5:30 PM PDT
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Virtual Transfer Info Session
Tuesday, Jul 15 at 5:30 PM PDT
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MFA Info Session
Wednesday, Jul 16 at 5:00 PM PDT
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Portfolio Development Session: Part II - Highlighting Your Technical Skills and Your Creativity!
Thursday, Jul 24 at 5:30 PM PDT
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Portfolio Development Info Session: Part I
Tuesday, Aug 5 at 5:30 PM PDT
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Virtual Parent/Family Info Session
Wednesday, Aug 6 at 5:30 PM PDT
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Achieve Your Goals at Otis
Connect With Us
Visit our campus and meet our community. Schedule an in-person or virtual campus tour and learn more about what it’s like to be a part of Otis.
Important Dates
Undergraduate Programs
| July 1 | Spring Application Opens |
| August 1 | Fall Application Opens |
| October 1 | Spring Priority Application Deadline |
| December 1 | Fall Early Action Deadline |
| February 15 | Fall Priority Application Deadline |
Graduate Programs
| July 1 | Spring Fine Arts Application Opens |
| August 1 | Fall Graduate Application Opens |
| October 1 | Spring Fine Arts Priority Deadline |
| January 15 | Fall Graphic Design Priority Deadline |
| January 15 | Fall Fine Arts Priority Deadline |
Paying for School
Otis College: One of the Nation’s Best for Career Outcomes
Otis is one of only three art and design colleges in the U.S. to be designated an Opportunity College for Higher Earnings and Higher Access by the Carnegie Foundation and American Council on Education. Otis is in the top 16% of all U.S. colleges to receive this designation and its graduates achieve higher earnings and upward mobility.
Real Results for Creative Professionals
The Georgetown University Center on Education and Workforce has ranked Otis in the top quartile of 4,500 institutions nationwide based on return-on-investment.
96% of recent Otis College graduates are employed within one year of receiving their degree with a majority working in creative industries.
Explore Your Options at Otis College
More Courses and Certificates
Otis Extension
To enroll in one of our non-degree courses or programs, see the current Otis Extension offerings. These encompass single classes and workshops to expand your creativity, as well as certificates to advance your career.
Summer at Otis College
Offered through Otis Extension, Summer of Art allows high school-aged artists and designers to engage in challenging work alongside peers who share similar creative goals and passions while experiencing college life.Youth Programs
We have programming for young artists and creatives who are 5 to 17 years old, including weekly courses in painting, drawing, animation, and cartooning, to name a few. Summer Youth Camps invite children to explore art and expression through weeklong day camps that bridge the school years.
Keep Exploring
Create your future at Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles. Develop your talents and express yourself through innovative programs in a global creative capital.
We offer eight unique BFA programs and 13 minors that encourage you to broaden your creativity.
Our two MFA programs—Fine Arts and Graphic Design—provide a strong intellectual foundation in an inspiring, welcoming environment.
Discover how Otis College fosters an inclusive environment that values the unique perspectives and experiences of all community members.