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ArtCenter College of Design
ArtCenter College of Design
PASADENA, CA . 4 Year 3.7
#1536 in Best Colleges in America
1700 LIDA ST PASADENA, CA 91103

Overview

ArtCenter College of Design is a private institution located in Pasadena, California. It specializes in art and design education, offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as industrial design, graphic design, illustration, and film. Known for its rigorous curriculum, the college emphasizes hands-on learning, creativity, and innovation. ArtCenter maintains strong ties with the design industry, providing students with real-world experience and job opportunities. The college also fosters a vibrant community with numerous exhibitions and events. Its commitment to fostering artistic excellence and personal growth makes it a leading institution in design education.

Rankings

  • 32

    #32 in Best Colleges for Design in America

  • 3

    #3 2 in Best Colleges for Design in America

  • 39

    #39 in Best Colleges for Art in America

  • Best Colleges for Design in America 32 of 438
  • Best Colleges for Art in America 39 of 736
  • Best Colleges for Film and Photography in America 44 of 285

Academics

  • BAcademics
  • CValue
  • ADiversity
  • C+Campus
  • AAthletics
  • C Party Scene
  • B Professors
  • A Location
  • ADorms
  • ACampus Food
  • C+Student Life
  • ASafety

Majors

  • Illustration
    170 Graduates
  • Graphic Design
    75 Graduates
  • Engineering Technician
    59 Graduates
  • Automotive Engineering Technician
    47 Graduates
  • Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects
    41 Graduates
  • Cinematography and Video Production
    24 Graduates
  • Studio Arts
    21 Graduates
  • Architecture
    19 Graduates
  • Photography
    19 Graduates
  • Computer Software Engineering
    14 Graduates

Admissions

  • February 1
    Application Deadline
  • 76%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $17,667
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    67%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    76%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    87%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    1,730 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    298
  • Undergrads Over 25
    20%
  • Pell Grant
    18%
  • Varsity Athletes

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    7:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    No data available  
  • Athletic Division
    No data available  

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