Articulation Agreements

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Memorandum of Understanding

Introduction

The Colleges of the Alamo Colleges District - Northeast Lakeview College (NLC), Northwest Vista College (NVC), Palo Alto College (PAC), St. Philip's College (SPC) and San Antonio College (SAC) hereafter referred to as the colleges in the Alamo Colleges District wish to partner with transfer institutions interested in ensuring students take the maximum courses possible prior to transfer with all college-level courses earned counting toward their intended field of study or major at the four-year college or university. This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) formally recognizes that the colleges in the Alamo Colleges District - NLC, NVC, PAC, SPC, and SAC located in San Antonio, Texas and OTIS College of Art and Design are active educational partners, committed to providing greater educational opportunities and services for students transferring between institutions.

NVC, PAC, SPC, and SAC are each accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and School - Commission on Colleges with NLC currently in candidacy status. OTIS College of Art and Design, located in Los Angeles, California is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College and University Commission and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). This commitment strongly supports the concept of seamless transfer that embraces the principle that transfer students should not be required to repeat courses already successfully completed.

Each institution, furthermore, is dedicated to serving students from all walks of life, regardless of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, or persons who have opposed discrimination or participated in any complaint process on campus or before a government agency.

Purpose

The purpose of this MOU is to formalize a partnership to assist students to achieve both associate and baccalaureate completion. This agreement enables students in the colleges of the Alamo Colleges District who transfer to OTIS College of Art and Design to have the college­ level credits earned apply, to the greatest extent possible, toward their intended field of study or major, resulting in degree completion and successful employment. Transfer articulation is with all of the colleges in the Alamo Colleges District.

Advising Guides

 In collaboration with the colleges in _the Ala_mo Colleges District, OTIS College of Art and Design will provide appropriate advising guides to identify all freshman and sophomore level courses required_for spec1f1c baccalaureate degrees. This will ensure maximum transferability of courses with the 1nte t that courses taken at the colleges in the Alamo Colleges District will count toward degree reqwrements  Where a plicable, OTIS College of Art and Design will encourage students to complete an A soc1at degree at one of the colleges in the Alamo Colleges District before transfer. If the adv1s1ng guide does not meet Associate Degree requirements, both partners agree that the student should transfer and achieve the Associate degree through reverse transfer.

OTIS College of Art and Design will accept a maximum of 63 transfer credits toward a baccalaureate degree. Where advising guides include greater than 60 credit hours, the student is advised to earn the maximum allowable hours before transfer.

OTIS College of Art and Design will notify Alamo Colleges District annually of any changes in degree requirements.

Bridge to Transfer

By the completion of 30 college-level hours, students in the colleges of the Alamo Colleges District will declare the college/university to which they intend to transfer. Upon receiving notice of intent to transfer, OTIS College of Art and Design and the advising/mentoring teams of the colleges will work together to actively engage the student to support successful completion of the advising guide courses and prepare for transfer.

The colleges in the Alamo Colleges District and OTIS College of Art and Design agree to provide direct links between their institutional Web sites indicating the existence of this Agreement. Official lists of advising guides (AA, AAT, AS, and AAS} reviewed by both the faculty of the colleges of the Alamo Colleges District and OTIS College of Art and Design will be made available at both institutions.

Core Curriculum

 If any courses are preferred or required for specific baccalaureate degrees, the courses will be indicated as such in the advising guides.

Transfer Admissions Requirements

Upon completion of an advising guide, students at the colleges in the Alamo Colleges District will go through OTIS College of Art and Design's transfer process and therefore must meet all applicable requirements and deadlines pertaining to application for admission, orientation and registration, and payment of tuition and fees. They will abide by the policies and procedures, along with any revisions thereof that apply to all students from that institution. OTIS College of Art and Design will apply the advising guide applicable in the year the student enters a college in the Alamo Colleges District in compliance with Texas Administrative Code Title 19, Part 1, Subchapter B, Rule 4.25.g.

Students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and any additional departmental admission requirements entering under the terms of this agreement are guaranteed admission into the university. Students who have completed the advising guide requirements with the minimum cumulative GPA required for entry into the intended field of study or major plus any other admission requirements will be accepted into the program, subject to capacity availability.

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree

 The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree represents the attainment of depth of technical competency in identified occupational areas. Students transferring an AAS degree to OTIS College of Art and Design will have achieved competency in many areas generally considered to be upper division. However, some courses in the area of general education may still need to be earned. OTIS College of Art and Design will provide advising guides that maximize the AAS course requirements and will bridge the two institutions as the student completes the Advising Guide courses and prepares for transfer.

Provision for Campus Visits/Transfer Fairs

OTIS College of Art and Design will be offered many options designed to recruit students and alumni. Opportunities include but are not limited to: transfer fairs, campus visits, events posting, and university-specific fairs. Information sessions and Advisors will be available on campus by appointment for transfer planning.

Any marketing or advising materials developed by OTIS College of Art and Design will adhere to the terms of this MOU.

Exchange of Data

The colleges of the Alamo Colleges District and OTIS College of Art and Design agree to exchange data and documents as agreed that will contribute to the maintenance and improvement of these transfer arrangements, and promote effective cooperation between the two institutions which will include:

• Number of transfer students in the past academic year

• Total number of student transfers from each of the colleges in the Alamo Colleges District

• Credits completed at OTIS College of Art and Design

• Number of stop-outs

• Average GPA

• Average time from admission to completion

Any exchange by the parties of student record information protected by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (20 USC§ 12329) and implementing regulations (34 CFR Part 99) shall commit the receiving party to limit the use of such information to the purposes for which the disclosure was made, and to impose such limits on any re-disclosure, and the parties agree to comply with all applicable statutory and regulatory provisions, including, without limitation 34 CFR 99.31, 99.32, 99.33, 99.34 and 99.35.

Limited Trademark License

The undersigned copyright owners Alamo Community College District, a political subdivision of the State of Texas ("Alamo Colleges") and its articulation agreement ("Agreement") counterparty signatory below (collectively, "Parties"), do hereby enter into this Limited Trademark Cross­ License ("License") to one another under the following terms and conditions.

1. Mark Ownership, Each Party represents and warrants to the other Party that it has ownership rights in the trade and service marks represented by its logos set forth at its website ("Marks").

2. Consideration, This Cross-License is made in consideration of the mutual promises herein, the mutual benefit of the authorized use herein licensed, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby

3. Grant of Cross-License, The undersigned Parties hereby grant to one another a non­ exclusive, fully paid, revocable license to use its Marks for the limited purpose publicizing the existence of the Agreement for so long as the Agreement remains in

4. No Additional Rights, The Parties acknowledge that each Party shall have no further Interest or rights in the intellectual property of the other Party other than the limited, revocable rights herein granted.

5. Choice of Law, Jurisdiction & This Agreement is made and is to be performed in Bexar County, Texas, and will be interpreted and governed by the Constitution and the internal laws of the State of Texas. Non-exclusive jurisdiction and venue of any court action brought directly or indirectly by reason of this agreement shall be in the state and federal courts of competent jurisdiction of Bexar County, Texas.

Longevity of the Agreement

This agreement will commence with the start of the fall semester 2017 and be ongoing unless either party requests an update or termination.

The agreement may be terminated by either institution by submitting written notice of the intent to terminate. The termination notice must be submitted at least one year prior to the start of the date the termination is to become effective.

In the event this agreement is terminated, both parties agree to make every effort to protect individual students who are already part of the program.

This framework of cooperation is agreed to between the colleges of the Alamo Colleges District and OTIS College of Art and Design.

Download Bakersfield College Transfer Guide

SECTION I: Transferable Foundation (FNDT) Studio Courses

Otis College recommends sophomore transfer students match the Foundation Studio Curriculum as closely as possible. However, we generally accept 18 credits of art or design studio courses. Students must show a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation Year. Bakersfield College courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first-year Foundation Program are listed in the chart below.

While we recommend taking the studio classes listed above, any of the following courses below will count towards our first-year Foundation Program studio requirements:

Architecture (ARCH): B11-B33
Art (ART): B2-B27, B40-B47
Industrial Drawing (INDR): B12-B42

SECTION II: Transferable Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) Courses

Otis College accepts a total of 24 Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) credits. For sophomore level transfer, 12 Credits of Liberal Arts and Sciences courses may include but are not limited to English Literature and Composition, Art History, Social Science, Natural Science and General Electives. Bakersfield College Courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first year are highlighted in bold in the chart below. Please note some majors have specific LAS requirements and are noted below.

*Excludes Studio/Performing Arts courses. LAS Sophomore Elective has specific requirements for Fashion, Fine Arts, and Toy Majors.
**Social Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Toy Design Majors and Game & Entertainment Design Majors.
*** Natural Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Fashion, Product, and Toy Design Majors.
**** Math has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Game & Entertainment Design Majors.

NOTE: If student has completed IGETC, student has catalog rights that would be reviewed in lieu of CalGETC.

Download City College of San Francisco Transfer Guide

SECTION I: Transferable Foundation Studio Courses

Otis College recommends sophomore transfer students match the Foundation Curriculum as closely as possible. However, we generally accept 17 credits of art or design studio courses. Students much show a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation Year. Please note, the admissions portfolio requirement includes at least 5 examples of life drawing from direct observation. City College of San Francisco courses that are an ideal match to Otis College's first-year Foundation Program are listed in the chart below.

While we recommend taking the studio classes listed above, any of the following courses below will count towards our first-year Foundation Program studio requirements:

Art (ART): 125A-181C
Architecture (ARCH): 20-298, 50, 101-103, 214,218
Fashion (FASH): 15A-17, 25A-27, 29, 358-37, 67-112, 115-120
Interior Design (INTO): 100-124
Photography (PHOT): 51, 60A-93, 101C-1028
Visual Media Design (VMD): 101-105, 111-172

SECTION II: Transferable General Education Courses

Otis College accepts a total of 21 General Education credits. For sophomore level transfer, 12 general education credits may include but are not limited to English Literature and Composition, Art History, Social Science, Natural Science and General Electives. City College of San Francisco courses that are an ideal match to Otis College's first-year are highlighted in bold in the chart below. (Note: 'Ways of Knowing" does not often have an equivalent and must be taken at Otis College. It is recommended to take the "Sophomore Elective" instead.)

* Social Sciences are not transferrable for Toy Design Majors
** NSCI 307 equivalents (IGETC 5) are not transferable for Otis' Fashion and Product Design Majors.
*** Only one MA TH course is transferable.

Advanced Placement (AP) Test Scores Accepted for Credit

Download Chaffey College Transfer Guide

SECTION I: Transferable Foundation Studio Courses

Otis College recommends sophomore transfer students match the Foundation Curriculum as closely as possible. However, we generally accept 17 credits of art or design studio courses. Students much show a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation Year. Please note, the admissions portfolio requirement includes at least 5 examples of life drawing from direct observation.  City College of San Francisco courses that are an ideal match to Otis College's first-year Foundation Program are listed in the chart below.

SECTION II: Transferable General Education Courses

Otis College accepts a total of 21 General Education credits. For sophomore level transfer, 12 general education credits may include but are not limited to English Literature and Composition, Art History, Social Science, Natural Science and General Electives. Chaffey College courses that are an ideal match to Otis College's first-year are highlighted in bold in the chart below_ (Note: "Ways of Knowing" does not often have an equivalent and must be taken at Otis College. It is recommended to take the "Sophomore Elective" instead.)

* Social Sciences are not transferrable for Toy Design Majors
** NSCI 307 equivalents (IGETC 5) are not transferable for Otis' Fashion and Product Design Majors.
*** Only one MA TH course is transferable. 

Advanced Placement (AP) Test Scores Accepted for Credit

 

Download College of the Canyons Transfer Guide

SECTION I: Transferable Foundation (FNDT) Studio Courses

Otis College recommends sophomore transfer students match the Foundation Studio Curriculum as closely as possible. However, we generally accept 18 credits of art or design studio courses. Students must show a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation Year. College of the Canyons courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first-year Foundation Program are listed in the chart below.

While we recommend taking the studio classes listed above, any of the following courses below will count towards our first-year Foundation Studio requirements:

Architectural Drafting (ARCHT): 084, 110, 120, 160, 190, 200B, 207, 217, 220, 260, 270, 280, 290
Art(ART): 220-282
Graphic and Multimedia Design (GMD): 101, 104, 107, 142, 144, 145, 173, 177, 242
Interior Design (ID):101B, 102, 104, 110, 111, 113, 117, 190, 207, 211, 217
Media Entertainment Arts (MEA): 106, 109, 118, 131, 135, 190, 218, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 261, 265
Photography (PHOTO): 155-195

SECTION II: Transferable Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) Courses

Otis College accepts a total of 24 Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) credits. For sophomore level transfer, 12 Credits of Liberal Arts and Sciences courses may include but are not limited to English Literature and Composition, Art History, Social Science, Natural Science and General Electives. College of the Canyons courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first year are highlighted in bold in the chart below. Please note some majors have specific LAS requirements and are noted below.

*Excludes Studio/Performing Arts courses. LAS Sophomore Elective has specific requirements for Fashion, Fine Arts, and Toy Majors.
**Social Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Toy Design Majors and Game & Entertainment Design Majors.
*** Natural Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Fashion, Product, and Toy Design Majors.
**** Math has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Game & Entertainment Design Majors.

NOTE: If student has completed IGETC, student has catalog rights that would be reviewed in lieu of CalGETC.

Download Compton College Transfer Guide

SECTION I: Transferable Foundation (FNDT) Studio Courses

Otis College recommends sophomore transfer students match the Foundation Studio Curriculum as closely as possible. However, we generally accept 18 credits of art or design studio courses. Students must show a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation Year. College of the Canyons courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first-year Foundation Program are listed in the chart below.

While we recommend taking the studio classes listed above, any of the following courses below will count towards our first-year Foundation Studio requirements:

Art (ART): 145, 170, 219, 220, 222, 223, 224, 230

SECTION II: Transferable Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) Courses

Otis College accepts a total of 24 Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) credits. For sophomore level transfer, 12 Credits of Liberal Arts and Sciences courses may include but are not limited to English Literature and Composition, Art History, Social Science, Natural Science and General Electives. College of the Canyons courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first year are highlighted in bold in the chart below. Please note some majors have specific LAS requirements and are noted below.

*Excludes Studio/Performing Arts courses. LAS Sophomore Elective has specific requirements for Fashion, Fine Arts, and Toy Majors.
**Social Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Toy Design Majors and Game & Entertainment Design Majors.
*** Natural Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Fashion, Product, and Toy Design Majors.
**** Math has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Game & Entertainment Design Majors.

NOTE: If student has completed IGETC, student has catalog rights that would be reviewed in lieu of CalGETC.

Download East Los Angeles College Transfer Guide

SECTION I: Transferable Foundation (FNDT) Studio Courses

Otis College recommends sophomore transfer students match the Foundation Studio Curriculum as closely as possible. However, we generally accept 18 credits of art or design studio courses. Students must show a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation Year. East LA courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first-year Foundation Program are listed in the chart below.

While we recommend taking the studio classes listed above, any of the following courses below will count towards our first-year Foundation
Program studio requirements:

Architecture (ARC): 121, 160-162, 164, 165, 170, 172, 173, 201, 202, 221, 261-262, 271-272
Animation (ANIMATN): 212, 216, 217, 218, 219, 221, 225-227, 261, 264, 265, 268
Art (ART): 201-711
Photography (PHOTO): 003-022, 030-051

SECTION II: Transferable Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) Courses

Otis College accepts a total of 24 Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) credits. For sophomore level transfer, 12 Credits of Liberal Arts and Sciences courses may include but are not limited to English Literature and Composition, Art History, Social Science, Natural Science and General Electives. East LA Courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first year are highlighted in bold in the chart below. Please note some majors have specific LAS requirements and are noted below.

*Excludes Studio/Performing Arts courses. LAS Sophomore Elective has specific requirements for Fashion, Fine Arts, and Toy Majors.
**Social Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Toy Design Majors and Game & Entertainment Design Majors.
*** Natural Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Fashion, Product, and Toy Design Majors.
**** Math has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Game & Entertainment Design Majors.

NOTE: If student has completed IGETC, student has catalog rights that would be reviewed in lieu of CalGETC.

Download El Camino College Transfer Guide

SECTION I: Transferable Foundation (FNDT) Studio Courses

Otis College recommends sophomore transfer students match the Foundation Studio Curriculum as closely as possible. However, we generally accept 18 credits of art or design studio courses. Students must show a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation Year. East LA courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first-year Foundation Program are listed in the chart below.

While we recommend taking the studio classes listed above, any of the following courses below will count towards our first-year Foundation Program studio requirements:

Architecture (ARCH): 119, 121, 125, 149, 170–173, 199, 251-253
Art (ART): 131–147, 152-187, 210-290
Computer Aided Design/Drafting (CADD): 5-43
Digital Art & Design Technology (dArt): 101-104
Fashion (FASH): 4-17, 23-26B, 29, 35
Photography (PHOT): 101, 102, 202-204, 223A, 223B, 254, 257

SECTION II: Transferable Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) Courses

Otis College accepts a total of 24 Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) credits. For sophomore level transfer, 12 Credits of Liberal Arts and Sciences courses may include but are not limited to English Literature and Composition, Art History, Social Science, Natural Science and General Electives. East LA Courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first year are highlighted in bold in the chart below. Please note some majors have specific LAS requirements and are noted below.

*Excludes Studio/Performing Arts courses. LAS Sophomore Elective has specific requirements for Fashion, Fine Arts, and Toy Majors.
**Social Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Toy Design Majors and Game & Entertainment Design Majors.
*** Natural Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Fashion, Product, and Toy Design Majors.
**** Math has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Game & Entertainment Design Majors.

NOTE: If student has completed IGETC, student has catalog rights that would be reviewed in lieu of CalGETC.

Download LA Harbor Transfer Guide

SECTION I: Transferable Foundation (FNDT) Studio Courses

Otis College recommends sophomore transfer students match the Foundation Studio Curriculum as closely as possible. However, we generally accept 18 credits of art or design studio courses. Students must show a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation Year. East LA courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first-year Foundation Program are listed in the chart below.

While we recommend taking the studio classes listed above, any of the following courses below will count towards our first-year Foundation Program studio requirements:

Architectural Technology (ARC): 121, 160-202, 261-272
Art (ART): 205-312, 503, 633-639, 644-714
Animation (ANIMATN): 212, 218, 221

SECTION II: Transferable Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) Courses

Otis College accepts a total of 24 Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) credits. For sophomore level transfer, 12 Credits of Liberal Arts and Sciences courses may include but are not limited to English Literature and Composition, Art History, Social Science, Natural Science and General Electives. East LA Courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first year are highlighted in bold in the chart below. Please note some majors have specific LAS requirements and are noted below.

*Excludes Studio/Performing Arts courses. LAS Sophomore Elective has specific requirements for Fashion, Fine Arts, and Toy Majors.
**Social Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Toy Design Majors and Game & Entertainment Design Majors.
*** Natural Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Fashion, Product, and Toy Design Majors.
**** Math has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Game & Entertainment Design Majors.

NOTE: If student has completed IGETC, student has catalog rights that would be reviewed in lieu of CalGETC.

Download Long Beach City College Transfer Guide

This articulation agreement was developed by Otis College of Art and Design and Long Beach City College in September 2017. Its purpose is to enable prospective students to facilitate a more effective transfer to Otis College at the sophomore level for any major. It contains two sections:

Section I- Transferable Studio Courses

Recommended studio courses that transfer to Otis College of Art and Design are listed first. Otis College studio courses are listed in the left column, and the equivalents offered at Long Beach City College are listed in the right column. While Otis College recommends certain studio courses, additional studio courses eligible for transferring are listed as well. Otis College requires applicants to have 17 studio credits to be considered for the sophomore level. These credits may be in progress when the student applies to Otis College.

Section II - Transferable General Education Courses

Section II provides a list of transferrable General Education courses that will be accepted for credit by Otis College. Sophomore-level applicants should have 12 General Education credits.

All potential sophomore-level students must officially apply to Otis College by submitting the following: an online application, application fee, portfolio, personal statement, transcripts and English Proficiency scores (if applicable). Sophomore level placement is also contingent on a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation year. Students must have earned a grade of "C" or better in each class for which they wish to receive credit.

SECTION I: Transferable Foundation (FNDT) Studio Courses

Otis College recommends sophomore transfer students match the Foundation Studio Curriculum as closely as possible. However, we generally accept 18 credits of art or design studio courses. Students must show a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation Year. East LA courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first-year Foundation Program are listed in the chart below.

While we recommend taking the studio classes listed above, any of the following courses below will count towards our first-year Foundation Program studio requirements:

Architectural Design (ARCHT): 32-71, 92-93, 230-234
Art (ART): 17, 18, 23-28, 33-39, 50-72, 81
Digital Media Arts (DMA): 1-40
Fashion (FASH): 21, 24-27, 36-39, 45-52, 213, 215, 244, 258
Interior Design (DSGN): 20-31, 50, 51, 53, 54, 60-73
Photography (PHOT): 31-37, 39, 42, 43

SECTION II: Transferable Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) Courses

Otis College accepts a total of 24 Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) credits. For sophomore level transfer, 12 Credits of Liberal Arts and Sciences courses may include but are not limited to English Literature and Composition, Art History, Social Science, Natural Science and General Electives. East LA Courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first year are highlighted in bold in the chart below. Please note some majors have specific LAS requirements and are noted below.

*Excludes Studio/Performing Arts courses. LAS Sophomore Elective has specific requirements for Fashion, Fine Arts, and Toy Majors.
**Social Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Toy Design Majors and Game & Entertainment Design Majors.
*** Natural Science has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Fashion, Product, and Toy Design Majors.
**** Math has a major-specific requirement for Otis’ Game & Entertainment Design Majors.

NOTE: If student has completed IGETC, student has catalog rights that would be reviewed in lieu of CalGETC.

Advanced Placement (AP) Test Scores Accepted for Credit

Download Pasadena City College Transfer Guide

SECTION I: Transferable Foundation Studio Courses

Otis College recommends sophomore transfer students match the Foundation Curriculum as closely as possible. However, we generally accept 17 credits of art or design studio courses. Students must show a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation Year. Please note, the admissions portfolio requirement includes at least 5 examples of life drawing from direct observation. PCC courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first-year Foundation Program are listed in the chart below. 

While we recommend taking the studio classes listed above, any of the following courses below will count towards our first-year Foundation Program studio requirements:
Architecture (ARCH): 010A, 010B, 012A, 012B, 014–022B Art (ART): 011A, 011B, 012A–018, 020A–057, 063–070, 080–098, 180
Fashion (FASH): 001A–001C, 005, 105–115, 126, 130
Graphic Communications Technology (GRFX): 013, 030–102, 113–133B, 134C–199, 220–222, 245A–300G
Photography (PHOT): 021–135

SECTION II: Transferable Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) Courses

Otis College accepts a total of 21 Liberal Arts and Sciences credits. For sophomore level transfer, 12 Credits of Liberal Arts and Sciences courses may include but are not limited to English Literature and Composition, Art History, Social Science, Natural Science and General Electives. PCC Courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first-year are listed in the chart below.

*Social Sciences are not transferrable for Toy Design Majors
** Natural Science equivalents (IGETC 5) are not transferable for Otis’ Fashion and Product Design Majors.
*** Only one MATH course is required for transfer. A/L/I students must take Trigonometry, Precalculus, or Geometry w/ sufficient rigor
****Course must substantially address racial, ethnic, gender, socioeconomic, sexual orientation, religious, or other types of diversity. Excludes foreign language courses and performing arts courses. Ex. ANTH 002, ANTH 004, ANTH 009, ANTH 012

Effective as of January, 2020. Based on 2019-20 institution course catalogs and Pasadena City College IGETC 2019-2020.

Download Santa Monica College Transfer Guide

SECTION I: Transferable Foundation (FNDT) Studio Courses

Otis College recommends sophomore transfer students match the Foundation Curriculum as closely as possible. However, we generally accept 17 credits of art or design studio courses. Students must show a portfolio that demonstrates they are able to bypass the Foundation Year. Please note, the admissions portfolio requirement includes at least 5 examples of life drawing from direct observation. SMC courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first-year Foundation Program are listed in the chart below.

While we recommend taking the studio classes listed above, any of the following courses below will count towards our first-year Foundation Program studio requirements:
Art (ART): 10–33, 35–63
Computer Applications (CIS): 40, 50, 59A-B, 60A-B, 64
Entertainment Technology (ET): 2, 15, 34, 38, 42-49, 89, 90, 91-97
Fashion Design (FASHN): 1-3, 6A-7, 9A-11, 13-18
Graphic Design (GR DES): 18-54, 64-76
Interior Arch. Design (INTARCH): 28A-29, 31, 34-35, 38-40, 45, 51-52, 57-70
Photography (PHOTO): 1-5, 30-42, 50, 64

SECTION II: Transferable Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) Courses

Otis College accepts a total of 21 Liberal Arts and Sciences credits. For sophomore level transfer, 12 Credits of Liberal Arts and Sciences courses may include but are not limited to English Literature and Composition, Art History, Social Science, Natural Science and General Electives. SMC Courses that are an ideal match to Otis College’s first-year are listed in the chart below.

*Social Sciences are not transferrable for Toy Design Majors.
** Natural Science equivalents (IGETC 5) are not transferable for Otis’ Fashion and Product Design Majors.
*** Only one MATH course is transferable. A/L/I students must take Trigonometry, Precalculus, or Geometry w/ sufficient rigor.
****Course must substantially address racial, ethnic, gender, socioeconomic, sexual orientation, religious, or other types of diversity.Excludes foreign language courses and performing arts courses. EX. ANTHRO 2, AHIS 15, ENGL 32

Effective as of February, 2020. Based on 2019-20 institution course catalogs and Santa Monica College IGETC 2019-2020.