Graduate Admissions
California College of the Arts’ graduate students are a highly motivated group of artists, designers, architects, and writers. Our graduate students are committed to making innovative practices that matter beyond the classroom and studio.
Before applying (note: the fall 2009 graduate application will be available November 1), please review the application guidelines and procedures for your intended graduate program, listed below.
- Architecture (MArch)
- Curatorial Practice (MA)
- Design (MFA)
- Fine Arts (MFA)
- MBA in Design Strategy
- Visual & Critical Studies (MA)
- Writing (MFA)
CCA’s renowned and award-winning faculty, including visiting international artists, designers, writers, and architects, enhance the graduate programs with an interdisciplinary rigor that is focused on students’ creative research and their professional development.
Each year graduate program faculty committees select the entering graduate class. These committees admit students who demonstrate a high level of commitment to their field and are open to the strong exchange of ideas.
We welcome your interest in our programs and encourage you to use the website to familiarize yourself with the college and in particular with each of our graduate program web pages (listed at right) where you can review courses, curricula, faculty, visiting artists, lecture series, and much more.
For questions about CCA’s graduate programs, campus visits, or the application process, call 800.447.1ART or email us.
Be sure to check out the important dates page, as well as the admissions resources for helpful information.
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Important Dates
- October 11, 2008: CCA hosts the 2008 Western Graduate Portfolio Day
- January 15, 2009: fall 2009 application deadline
International Graduate Applicants
Review the international graduate requirements first. Then read the application requirements page for your intended graduate program (listed on this page).