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
Wednesday, Nov 20 at 5:30 PM PST
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Experimental Contour Drawing Workshop
Friday, Nov 22 at 5:30 PM PST
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MFA Information Session and Portfolio Tips
Friday, Nov 22 at 6:00 PM PST
Portfolio Development Session: Part II - Highlighting Your Technical Skills and Your Creativity!
Wednesday, Nov 27 at 5:30 PM PST
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Virtual Transfer Info Session
Tuesday, Dec 3 at 5:30 PM PST
Zoom
Portfolio Development Info Session: Part I
Wednesday, Dec 4 at 5:30 PM PST
Zoom
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
| August 1 | Fall and Spring Application Opens |
| November 1 | Spring Priority Application Deadline |
| December 1 | Fall Early Action Deadline |
| February 15 | Fall Priority Application Deadline |
Graduate Programs
| August 1 | Application Opens |
| November 1 | Spring Fine Arts Priority Deadline |
| January 15 | Fall Graphic Design Priority Deadline |
| January 15 | Fall Fine Arts Priority Deadline |
Paying for School
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.