Otis College of Art and Design Transfer and Admissions Information

Private

4 year
1,105

Full + Part time Students
1:7

Faculty to Student Ratio
0%

Transfer Student Ratio
$23.3K

Avg. Financial Aid

In 1918, General Harrison Gray Otis bequeathed his home to the city for "the advancement of the arts." For almost 80 years, Otis remained at this downtown location. In 1997, the College moved to the Elaine & Bram Goldsmith Campus on the West side. From Spanish-Moorish mansion to seven-story cube, Otis has evolved. The 115,000 square-foot Ahmanson Hall was renovated in 1997, using the concept of an artist's loft or a working studio rather than that of a traditional classroom. Ahmanson Hall's open plan encourages communication among the departments, as well as between students and faculty members.

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Overview

Full-Time Undergraduate	1,085
Part-Time Undergraduate	20
Application Acceptance Rate	55%
Programs	13 Programs
Courses	286 Courses
Equivalencies	153 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$38,300
Out-of-State Tuition	$38,300
Books and Supplies	$1,400
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid	63%
Federal Loans: Average amount received	$7,784
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid	82%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received	$15,544

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

Otis provides assistance to all matriculated US citizens and permanent residents in financing their education via grants, scholarships, campus employment, loans, and internet resources.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Fall Semester	February 15
Spring Semester	November 15

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

Otis requires a minimum GPA of 2.5 (of 4.0) for transfer.
Official Transcripts:

Official transcripts from any baccalaureate institutions you have attended, as well as from your high school, are required.
SAT Scores:

The submission of SAT/ACT scores is not required.
Letters of Recommendation:

A statement of good standing from your previous institution is required.
Essay:

A one-page essay is required, which should describe a significant person or experience that has influenced your decision to become an artist or designer. Include your name and other ID(date of birth, address) at the top of the essay.
Application Fee:

There is a $50 nonrefundable application fee.
Interview:

Otis does not require an interview.
Apply Here:

www.otis.edu/admissions/undergraduate_admissions/undergraduate_application.html

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

The minimum grade required for transfer is "C."
Credits (Min/Max):

Otis requires a minimum of 33 semester units.
Transfer Policy Document:

Otis College of Art transfer policy.pdf