Explore Your Benefits
As a valued Otis College graduate, you gain access to an array of exclusive benefits designed to support your continued success and engagement within the creative community.
Explore a wealth of online resources tailored to your professional and artistic growth, take advantage of special discounts on products and services, and discover unique opportunities available only to Otis College degreed alumni. Whether you're looking to further your career, connect with fellow alumni, or stay informed about industry trends, our alumni benefits are here to help you thrive.
Bi-Monthly Newsletter
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Alumni Events
Visit our events calendar to register for an upcoming event.
Otis Career Services Lifetime Assistance
As an alumnus of Otis College, you have unlimited access to Career Services resources including career counseling sessions, the job and internship board, workshops, panel discussions, employer info sessions, comprehensive online resources and more.
Library Access
Alumni can borrow up to 5 items at a time and the books circulate for two weeks. All Alumni have access to most of our paid databases if they use a computer in the Library on campus. For Alumni borrowers, the most important requirements are:
- Must have a degree from Otis College
- Be verified by Alumni Relations or Institutional Advancement
- Pay $50 annual fee
Otis Alumni Association Portal
The Otis College Alumni Association is free of dues. Connect with fellow alumni on at www.otisalumniassociation.org.
Discounts, Insurance, and More
Get access to artist discounts, health insurance advising, and other resources at Benefits for Artists.
Estate Planning Tools
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Discount on Extension Classes
A 10% course discount in our Extension programs is available to students who have completed a certificate program or graduated from an Otis College BFA or MFA program. Email extension@otis.edu to verify your alumni status. (Exclusions: Programs with three meetings or less, youth courses, and Alumni Project Workshops).
Alumni Project Workshop
The Alumni Project Workshop is open to Otis Alumni (qualifying BFA/MFA alumni and Extension students) who can demonstrate proficiency and independence in the lab or shop of choice. The Alumni Project Workshop is a 10-week self-directed program perfect for those looking to develop a concept, perfect a skill/technique, or meet a project deadline. Access schedules are individually structured over the 10 week period. If selected, a notification will be issued within two weeks of application. Limited spots will be approved for the following areas:
- Computer Lab
- Lab Press
- Metal Shop
- Model Shop
- Printmaking Lab
- Wood Shop
- Ceramics Studio
- Photo Lab
- Lighting Studio
- Open to Otis College BFA/MFA Alumni. Extension students who have taken 2 courses in the same discipline as their desired workshop will be considered upon approval of the Faculty/Liaison.
- Students must have intermediate-level knowledge of shop/lab.
Access Specifications:
- Alumni enrolled in APW do not have check-in/out privileges of tools and equipment.
- Lab technicians must be present at all times while enrolled alumni are in the lab. All lab rules and regulations must be adhered to.
- Faculty/Liaison: Andrew Armstrong
How to Apply:
Students should apply here; if approved, they will be enrolled in the course by the Extension Department.
Application Deadlines:
- To participate in the Spring 2023 term, apply by February 11, 2023.
- To participate in the Summer 2023 term, apply by June 3, 2023.
- To participate in the Fall 2023 term, apply by September 23, 2023.