California College of the Arts

Why CCA

Make Art that Matters

CCA students are out in the world making change happen. They are engaged in issues of social justice, sustainability, diversity, community development, and education. Read more

Push Boundaries

CCA students are free to explore—from the traditional to the experimental. The college’s state-of-the art facilities encourage connections and collaboration among students and faculty. Read more

Global Engagement

Study abroad, exchange opportunities, and sponsored studios with international firms expand students’ worldviews and cultural understanding. Read more

Bold & Innovative

CCA’s innovative curriculum prepares students for a wide variety of careers in the arts. Many CCA students have an entrepreneurial bent and go on to start their own businesses. Read more