Bachelor's in Illustration

California College of the Arts (CCA) is a renowned private art and design college with campuses in San Francisco and Oakland, California. Founded in 1907, CCA has a rich history of nurturing creativity and innovation. The college offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs in fine arts, design, architecture, and writing. With a focus on interdisciplinary learning and hands-on practice, CCA provides students with a dynamic and collaborative environment to explore their artistic passions and develop their skills. The college's distinguished faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and close proximity to the vibrant Bay Area arts scene contribute to an enriching educational experience. CCA empowers students to think critically, experiment with new ideas, and contribute to the evolving landscape of contemporary art and design.

Learn the language of visual storytelling from award-winning illustrators. In the Illustration program, you’ll create images and objects that engage, challenge, and delight. Illustrators enliven narratives, explore personal histories, and contribute to discussions about larger societal issues through traditional and digital works. Our program’s position within a top art and design college invites robust cross-disciplinary study and provides you access to cutting-edge software and digital tools, print and painting studios, shops, labs, and a community of thinkers and makers eager to collaborate. By approaching illustration from many perspectives, you'll learn to bring unique ideas to life with originality and versatility.