Requirements
High School and all College Transcripts
Submit an official transcript from your high school that shows proof of graduation or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED). If you submit an in-progress transcript, you will have to submit Official Final Transcripts once you have completed your course(s) of study. Your high school(s) and college(s)must send official, sealed transcripts directly to LCAD’s Office of Admissions.
If you already have earned a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college, you need only to submit transcripts from the college from which you graduated. (Please declare this to your Admissions Counselor when you apply.)
The Essay
Your essays should be 300-500 words and come presented in a professional format. Please include your name at the top of the essay.
Please choose one of the following essay prompts:
- When did you first become aware of your desire to become an artist/designer and describe how you’ve gone ahead to prepare yourself?
- Art schools come in all sizes and shapes. Tell us why you have chosen to apply to LCAD and how we may help you achieve your artistic or professional goals.
Download the essay prompts here
The Portfolio
Please visit Portfolio Information for portfolio submission details and guidelines.
Optional Materials
You also may submit SAT/ACT test scores and letters of recommendation—preferably from art instructor(s).
Transferable Credits
After you’ve been accepted to the college, you may request to have your general education transfer credits evaluated. Submit your Transfer Portfolio to our Transfer Specialist at transfer@lcad.edu to petition for the transfer of studio art classes. This portfolio is different from the Admissions Portfolio but should include 6-10 examples from each studio class you wish to be considered. Please see the Studio Transfer Credit Guidelines.