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Otis College of Art and Design

Los Angeles, CA

Academics

  • Graduation Rate
    69%
  • Majors Available
    18
  • Student-to-Faculty Ratio
    9:1
  • Retention Rate
    76%

AP Credit Policy

Accepted students may submit scores from Advanced Placement Examinations for credit. A score of 3, 4 or 5 on tests of History, Math and Science will count for up to three semester credits each toward the requirements in these areas. A score of 4 or 5 on tests of English or Art History can count for up to three semester credits each toward the first semester requirements in these areas. Because of the specialized nature of the studio programs at Otis, advanced placement for studio art is not accepted.

For more information, view the credit policy on the college's website.

  • Offers credits

    Yes

  • Offers placement into advanced courses

    Yes

Study Options

Majors and Degrees

The college offers the following degrees: Bachelor's and Master's

  • No majors found

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Special Academics Program

  • Accelerated Study
  • Cross-Registration
  • Distance Learning
  • Honors Program
  • Independent Study
  • Internships
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certification
  • Visiting/Exchange Student Program

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