Change Your Future in Three Steps
1. Sign Up for a Free Application
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.
2. Prepare an Essay & Portfolio
Download the essay prompt and prepare your portfolio following the guidelines.
3. Submit Your Application
Along with your application you will need the following:
Transcripts
An official final transcript. If currently enrolled, official in-progress transcripts may be sent.
- LAGUNA COLLEGE OF ART + DESIGN
- Attn: Office of Admissions
- 2222 Laguna Canyon Road
- Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Application Dates
LCAD has a rolling admissions policy and will accept applications until we’ve filled all spots for an incoming class. Applications will still be considered after the following priority dates:
Fall: December 1st
Spring: December 1st
Applicants/students may start the application process prior to turning 17, but they must be at least 17 years old to enter the BFA program.