Academics
BFA DEGREES
Earn your fully accredited, nationally ranked BFA degree from one of eight majors that prepare artists and designers for creative careers. LCAD nurtures and trains students to become problem solvers, critical thinkers, and equips them with cutting-edge skills to be change makers.
Undergraduate
Programs
MFA Degree
Explore your full creative potential with LCAD’s Master of Fine Arts programs. LCAD’s MFA offerings in Drawing and Painting empower students with advanced skills and critical insights, preparing them to excel in their creative journeys and push their limits.
Graduate
Programs
Broadened Skills
As a student of LCAD, you have an opportunity to augment your major course of study with a minor that will broaden your skill set and give you competitive advantages when you seek employment.
Minors
Programs
Apply
Sign Up
On our application portal to submit and manage your free application. You can start the process now before you have all the required materials ready.
Essay + Portfolio
Prepare an Essay and Portfolio. Download the essay prompt and prepare your portfolio following the guidelines.
Start FAFSA Application
If you’re a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, be sure to complete your FAFSA application to be considered. We recommend completing your FAFSA when you apply to help keep everything on track.
Submit Transcripts
Along with your application you will need to send an official final transcript. If currently enrolled, official in-progress transcripts may be sent.
Sign Up
Create an account on our application portal to submit and manage your free application. You can start the process now before you have all the required materials ready.
Define your purpose
Choose your MFA program.
State your professional goals, career aspirations and vision, 300-500 words maximum.
Submit
Along with your application, you will need the following:
An official final transcript
If currently enrolled, official in-progress transcripts may be sent, Resume or CV, and Letters of Recommendation
LAGUNA COLLEGE OF ART + DESIGN
Attn: Office of Admissions
2222 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
