Otis College of Art and Design was founded in 1918 as Los Angeles' first independent professional art school, located in Westchester, near the airport and beaches.The school offers BFA and MFA degrees across disciplines such as animation, fashion design, illustration, and product and toy design. The fashion design program is renowned for its focus on sustainability and industry relevance, having produced notable alumni such as Rick Owens. The campus is situated in the heart of the creative industry hub, with a 92% employment rate for graduates. The school emphasizes cultural diversity, with over 70% of its student body representing diverse ethnic backgrounds.
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