Otis College of Art and Design Admissions

SAT Scores, Acceptance Rate, Financial Aid & More

Otis College campus.

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by Allen Grove
Dr. Allen Grove is an Alfred University English professor and a college admissions expert with 20 years of experience helping students transition to college.
Updated October 03, 2019

Otis College of Art and Design Admissions Overview:

The large majority of applicants are admitted to Otis College; in 2016, the school had an acceptance rate of 93%. Those interested in applying to the school will need to submit high school transcripts and scores from the SAT or ACT. In addition, since the school focuses on studio art, applicants will need to submit a portfolio for review. Complete instructions and guidelines for applying can be found on Otis College's website.

Admissions Data (2016):

Otis College of Art and Design Description:

Otis College of Art and Design is an independent school of art in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1918, it was the first professional art school in Southern California. The main campus is located in the Westchester neighborhood, near the Los Angeles International airport and Loyola Marymount University. Students benefit from personalized attention from faculty which the school supports with small class sizes and a student faculty ratio of just 7 to 1. Otis offers bachelor of fine arts degrees in architecture/landscape/interiors, communication arts, digital media, fashion design, fine arts, product design and toy design as well as master’s degrees in fine arts, graphic design, public practice and writing. Students can also pursue an interdisciplinary concentration, allowing them to focus in another area of art outside of their major. Beyond the classroom, students are actively involved in campus life, participating in a variety of clubs and activities including a gardening club and meditation group. The college does not participate in intercollegiate athletics.

Enrollment (2016):

  • Total Enrollment: 1,078 (1,023 undergraduates)
  • Gender Breakdown: 32% Male / 68% Female
  • 99% Full-time

Costs (2016 - 17):

  • Tuition and Fees: $44,020
  • Books: $1,400 (why so much?)
  • Room and Board: $14,258
  • Other Expenses: $2,950
  • Total Cost: $62,628

Otis College of Art and Design Financial Aid (2015 - 16):

  • Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 76%
  • Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
    • Grants: 76%
    • Loans: 40%
  • Average Amount of Aid
    • Grants: $17,557
    • Loans: $6,533

Academic Programs:

  • Most Popular Majors: Digital Media, Fashion Design

Transfer, Graduation and Retention Rates:

  • First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 80%
  • 4-Year Graduation Rate: 50%
  • 6-Year Graduation Rate: 60%

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

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