Art Center College of Design
Academics
- Graduation Rate75%
- Majors Available13
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio9:1
- Retention Rate82%
AP Credit Policy
Advanced Placement (AP) credit is awarded for Humanities and Sciences classes with an official score of 4 or 5. Official exam reports must be sent directly from CollegeBoard.org. Studio art and design AP exams are not eligible.
For more information, view the credit policy on the college's website.
Offers credits
Yes
Offers placement into advanced courses
No
| AP Courses | Min Score Required | Number of Credits | Course Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art History | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Biology | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Calculus AB | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Calculus BC | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Chemistry | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Computer Science A | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Computer Science Principles | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| English Language and Composition | 4 | 3 | HWRI-102 |
| English Literature and Composition | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Environmental Science | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| European History | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| French Language and Culture | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| German Language and Culture | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Human Geography | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Italian Language and Culture | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Latin | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Macroeconomics | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Microeconomics | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Physics 1 | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Physics 2 | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Psychology | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Research | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Seminar | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| Statistics | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| United States Government and Politics | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| United States History | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| World History: Modern | 4 | 3 | Not available |
Study Options
Majors and Degrees
The college offers the following degrees: Bachelor's and Master's
A
- Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
- Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology
- Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
B
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
C
- Cinematography and Film/Video Production
- Commercial and Advertising Art
- Computer Software and Media Applications, Other
E
- Engineering-Related Fields, Other
- Engineering-Related Fields, Other
F
- Fine/Studio Arts, General
G
- Graphic Design
I
- Illustration
P
- Photography
Need Help Choosing a Major?
Keep in mind most colleges don’t require students to declare a major until the end of their sophomore year, and many students change majors at least once.
Special Academics Program
- Cross-Registration
- Distance Learning
- Honors Program
- Independent Study
- Internships
- Study Abroad
- Visiting/Exchange Student Program
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