📖 Introduction

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.

🏫 About California College of the Arts

California College of the Arts (CCA) is a renowned private art and design college with campuses in San Francisco and Oakland, California. Established in 1907, CCA has a rich history and a strong commitment to fostering creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. The college offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs in fine arts, design, architecture, and writing, providing students with a comprehensive and immersive education in their chosen disciplines. CCA's faculty consists of accomplished artists, designers, and scholars who bring their expertise and passion into the classroom. With state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge technology, and access to the vibrant arts communities of San Francisco and Oakland, CCA provides students with a dynamic and supportive environment to develop their artistic practices. The college emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, sustainability, and social responsibility, empowering students to create meaningful and impactful work. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, hands-on studio practice, and critical discourse, CCA prepares graduates to thrive in their artistic careers and make significant contributions to the art and design fields.

Programs

  • 53,838 USD / Year
    Start Date: Aug 2025
  • 53,838 USD / Year
    Start Date: Aug 2025
  • 53,838 USD / Year
    Start Date: Aug 2025
  • 53,838 USD / Year
    Start Date: Aug 2025
  • 53,838 USD / Year
    Start Date: Aug 2025
  • 53,838 USD/ Year
    Start Date: Aug 2025
  • 53,838 USD/ Year
    Start Date: Aug 2025
  • 53,838 USD/ Year
    Start Date: Aug 2025
  • 53,838 USD/ Year
    Start Date: Aug 2025
  • 53,838 USD/ Year
    Start Date: Aug 2025
  • 🏠 Accommodation

    You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

    You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

    How to book:

    • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
    • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it

    📬 Admissions Process

    3 Steps to Apply to a University

    Application step 1

    Application step 2

    Application step 3

    Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

    Required documents:

    • Passport
    • Graduation certificate
    • Passport size photo

    Preparing documents:

    You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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    Application process:

    Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

    The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

    Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

    After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

    The university may contact you directly for further questions.

    We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

    After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

    Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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    Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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