Located in Los Angeles—a global creative and cultural capital—Otis College of Art and Design prepares you for a dynamic future in the creative economy.
Otis College of Art and Design educates a diverse community of over 1,200 students in accredited degree programs, professional certificates, youth camps, and more. We put the student experience at the center of everything we do, ensuring you feel welcome and safe to express your individuality. Otis prepares artists and designers for successful careers, empowering you to make a living—and make an impact—across established and emerging creative fields.
Otis at a Glance
Programming at Otis College is designed to teach students to appreciate and celebrate the various backgrounds and cultures existing within the campus community, while also providing a safe space for students to express and discover their own identities so that no matter what makes you unique, you can feel that you belong in every aspect of who you are."
Our Work
We celebrate the work of our community, which includes students, working professionals, faculty, and guest lecturers.
Laura Salazar, '23 BFA in Graphic Design
Charlie Utter, '23 BFA in Graphic Design
Samuel Prater-Bellver, '23 BFA in Fine Arts
Angel Barris, '23 BFA in Fine Arts
Katherine Kesey, '23 MFA in Fine Arts
Our Impact
Leadership
Guided by our senior leadership, faculty, staff, and student leaders work together to fulfill our academic mission and reach our strategic goals.
Initiatives
Sustainability studies, career preparation, and the Otis College Report on the Creative Economy are examples of Otis College initiatives that illustrate the scope of our impact.
Otis Now
Explore Otis News
Unleash Your Child’s Creativity at Otis College’s Summer Youth Camps
February 29, 2024
Hayley Quentin Works on Small, Internal Pieces after a Brief Hiatus
December 08, 2023
Melanie Abrantes’s New Vase Launch Combines Stoneware and Hardwood
December 08, 2023
Kelly Akashi’s First Museum Solo Show Includes a Range of Mediums
December 08, 2023
Alumni & Careers
Otis alumni and faculty are prestigious grant recipients, Oscar winners, entrepreneurs, and design stars at influential companies. Brands that hire our graduates include Apple, Pixar, DreamWorks, Mattel, Nike, and Netflix.
Los Angeles Campus
Within a sprawling city of endless inspiration, the Otis College campus provides a space for individuality, creativity, and expression. Learn about our dining options, labs and shops, library, and Student Health and Wellness Center.
Keep Exploring
Otis prepares artists and designers for successful careers, empowering you to make a living—and make an impact—across established and emerging creative fields. Take the next stept to create your future at Otis College of Art and Design.
Explore upcoming admission deadlines as well as next steps to submitting a successful application and portfolio.
Financial aid opportunities at Otis include academic scholarships, need-based grants, loans, and work study opportunities.
Follow your talents to a satisfying career with an education from Otis College of Art and Design.