Admissions

Welcome to California College of the Arts

At California College of the Arts you'll make art that matters.

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CCA is currently accepting undergraduate applications for the fall 2012 term. To apply, select the Apply Now link at the top, right-hand side of this page. CCA practices rolling admissions, that is to say we will continue to receive and review applications as they complete for the upcoming term. For details regarding what makes a complete application, visit our Application Requirements page.

Applicants interested in being considered for the fall 2012 term should submit their applications as soon as possible. We review undergraduate applications for fall beginning November 1 on a rolling admission basis; that is, we review applications in the order in which we receive them, and we continue to accept applications, admit students, award financial aid, and offer housing after the priority dates. CCA undergraduate applicants are required to submit a portfolio. Undergraduate portfolios may be submitted electronically or by CD/DVD. See Portfolio Requirements for more details.

When you apply, an online WebAdvisor account will be created for you. WebAdvisor is a web-based tool that allows you the opportunity to track the progress of your application, receipt of documents, review degree audits, and view your admission decision online. We will send an email to confirm receipt of your application within 24 hours. This email will contain details regarding the WebAdvisor login process.

During peak application periods, processing of mailed application materials may take several weeks to reflect accurately in WebAdvisor.

Application Information

• First-year applicant
• Transfer applicant
• Second-degree applicant
• Graduate applicant
• Leading by Design Fellows Program
• Teacher/Counselor
• Parent/Guardian
• Pre-College

Getting to Know Us

CCA offers many opportunities to interact with current students and staff. Contact your enrollment counselor, or join us for one of our scheduled chats.

To better familiarize yourself with all that the college offers, see CCA at a Glance where you can take a virtual tour of each campus, learn about noteworthy alumni, and gain an overview of campus community, including our year-round special events.

Want to know more? The Enrollment Services Office sends monthly electronic newsletters. The newsletters provide prospective students who are currently in the admission process, or those who are researching colleges of art and design, with additional information about CCA, our alumni and students, and our processes—all conveniently delivered by email.