You Belong at Otis College
Otis College is committed to fostering a welcoming campus environment where all students, faculty, and staff can thrive in their personal, professional, and academic endeavors. There are numerous programs and initiatives the College engages with in an effort to engage its global community.
Signature programs include our Black Creatives Institute, BIPOC Student Summit, and other dynamic events that support our students' co-curricular experiences. We invite you to learn more about these and other offerings that foster exchange and collaboration across Otis College’s diverse community.
Welcoming a Global Community
Otis College is among the most culturally diverse colleges of art and design in the U.S. Approximately 37 percent of our 1,038 students are from outside California, and about 27 percent are international students, hailing from 34 countries. The Los Angeles region itself is one of the most globally connected in the country. As an Otis College student, you’ll meet (and learn from) people of different cultural backgrounds providing a valuable experience. You’ll also develop empathy, an expanded worldview, and an open mind, which are essential to your creative career success.
We Welcome, Support, and Include
The Black Creatives Institute
Open to all Otis College Students, the Black Creatives Institute fosters community, enhances leadership skills, and provides resources for academic and professional success to Black Creatives and their peers. As part of Otis College's commitment to community-engaged programming, the Institute offers workshops, mentorship, and networking events. It aims to create a nurturing environment that encourages students to connect and develop the confidence and skills needed to excel.
Learn More About Our Student Affairs Team
Learn about our Student Affairs team who collaborates with students and the Otis community to foster a welcoming and inclusive campus.
Supporting Our Community
The DEI Progress Report chronicles the comprehensive work the College has engaged in across the entire campus, including student programs, retention initiatives, faculty and staff development, and alumnx support.
Community Statement
Otis College is dedicated to preparing a global community of students to succeed in creative careers. Learn more about our approach to supporting excellence and innovation throughout our community.
Campus Community
Otis College is committed to fostering a diverse and welcoming community, recognizing a variety of experiences and perspectives as a valuable resource.
I want our college to be one that students experience as open, affirming, empowering, identity-conscious, and that allows for the possibilities to run wild. I want our sense of belonging to be revolutionary and impactful, and to foster a sense of joy.”
Keep Exploring
Otis College is a welcoming and diverse community of artists and designers who are shaping the future.
The Charles White Art and Design Scholarship invites student from underrepresented communities to explore their passion with a four-year, full-tuition undergraduate scholarship.
With a broad variety of groups representing the unique interests of our students, clubs and organizations play a critical role in supporting our campus community.
The Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Innovation Fund is an initiative that demonstrates how we can join together as a community to support institutional change.