During the tour, you will have a walk through of the campus with a Student Ambassador to learn more about our spaces and programs. You will have the opportunity to visit our amazing Departments, see examples of student work, and a Residence Hall to see our on-campus accommodations. At the end of the tour, you can get any additional questions answered by an Admissions Counselor. Schedule a tour.

We offer one-on-one virtual appointments with an admissions counselor where you can share your portfolio, get tips on applying and ask any questions. These appointments are also great for accepted students who are seeking guidance on enrolling at the College and have questions about housing, financial aid or anything else. Please sign-up for an upcoming appointment here. You can also request an appointment at a time that is convenient for you by filling out this form. 

También ofrecemos citas virtuales en español con un consejero donde puedes compartir tu portafolio y pedir más información sobre los requisitos de admisión o acerca de la universidad. Estas citas también son beneficiales para estudiantes aceptados que necesiten guía sobre residencia o ayuda financiera. Por favor registrarse aquí.

For prospective students interested in our MFA Fine Arts or MFA Graphic Design Program. Meet with our Graduate Admissions Counselor to learn more about our programs and the application process. You are welcome to share your portfolio. Bring any and all questions!  Register here.

Join Otis Admissions to get an introduction to Otis College of Art and Design and How to Apply for the undergraduate program.  This is a great session for you if you are just starting to learn about Otis College and looking for an overview. After a brief presentation, we’ll open the floor for Q&A. Bring your questions!  Register here.

Led by an Admissions Counselor, prospective transfer students can learn more about the transfer process to Otis. The info session will cover how to select courses for transfer, the majors and minors offered at Otis and how to prepare a transfer application. The I-GETC and articulation agreements with local community colleges will also be covered. Register for this event here.

For prospective students interested in our graduate MFA programs, the MFA Overview and How to Apply Info Session held by our Graduate Admissions Counselor provides information about our application/portfolio requirements, financial aid opportunities and a helpful Q&A session. Register here.

We offer two different Portfolio Development info sessions. The Virtual Portfolio Development and Majors Info Session will cover our general portfolio development tips. We will also introduce you to the majors Otis offers, and you'll see examples of different portfolios and get insight on the application process. We recommend that you attend this session first, before attending Portfolio Development Part II: Highlighting your technical skills and your creativity!  This session will cover the elements that help you make observational work that is not only skilled, but also conceptually driven. The session features many examples of student work to help illustrate the types of pieces you might include in your portfolio such as still-life, figure drawing, and environmental drawing. Both sessions are one hour, and will close with a Q&A where you can get all of your questions answered. This session will be held over the video conference platform Zoom. Register here.

Join Otis Admissions for two different virtual workshops. These are great "warm-ups" to get your creativity flowing, and while the focus is more on having fun with the process, you might even make (or be inspired to make) pieces you can add to your portfolio!  In Experimental Contour Drawing, experiment with 3 different contour drawing techniques and enjoy the process of drawing. In Collage with Otis College, we will define and create collages, and see examples of how collage can impact your work in other mediums. These 45-minute workshops are great for students who are feeling stuck in their art process or looking for a new way to approach their work! These sessions will be held over the video conference platform Zoom. Register here.

Learn about how to support your student as they embark on the college application process! This session, led by the Associate Dean of Admissions, will provide an introduction to Otis College, the application process, and provide tips for you and your student on how to navigate the college search process. This session is best-suited for parents/guardians/family members of students who are thinking about applying to college within the next year or two. This session will be held over the video conference platform Zoom. Register here.

Learn more about Financial Aid and scholarships at Otis College of Art and Design! During this virtual info session, Samuel Kim, Dean of Enrollment Management, will discuss the FAFSA, how to apply for aid, types of aid available and the ways to fund your education at Otis. The session will also discuss what Otis looks for when awarding merit scholarships. The session will end with a Q&A where you can get all of your questions answered. Register here!