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Otis College of Art and Design (Otis Art Institute)

9045 Lincoln Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00125100
  • President: Samuel Hoi
  • Fax: (310) 665-6956
  • Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Master's
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 1,226
  • College Alias: Otis Art Institute

Otis College of Art and Design

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Student Services Offered

  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered

    • - Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution

    - Can Complete Preparation With Specialization

Website:

www.otis.edu

Mission Statement

Otis prepares diverse students of art and design to enrich our world through their creativity, their skill, and their vision.

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Accreditation

  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Special Focus Institutions--Schools of Art, Music, and Design
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Very High Undergraduate

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Otis College of Art and Design directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Architecture

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Environmental Design, Architecture Degree9-
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English Language and Literature

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Creative Writing Degree-9
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Commercial and Advertising Art Degree11-
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Design and Applied Arts, Other Degree20-
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Design and Visual Communications Degree21-
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Fashion and Apparel Design Degree56-
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Film, Video and Photographic Arts, Other Degree59-
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Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other Degree-5
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Fine Studio Arts Degree207
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Graphic Design Degree197
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Industrial Design Degree20-
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Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Reviewed on: April 12, 2012 Flag Review
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  • Otis has a good reputation for a reason. You will work HARD here and this school is not for procrastinators. In your foundation year (first) you will be exposed to all areas of art, and you will build excellent skills (for your foundation in art).

Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Otis Art Institute accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into Otis Art Institute.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.otis.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Otis Art Institute admissions office phone number is (310) 665-6820. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://www.otis.edu

Admissions Links

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $60.00 Fall 2011
  • Graduate Application Fee: $60.00 Fall 2011

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • - Recommended
  • Recommendation Consideration
    • - Recommended
  • Formal Demonstration of Competencies
    • - Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Required
  • TOEFL
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants4121,0461,458
Number Granted Admission (%)185 (45%)560 (54%)745 (51%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)61 (33%)124 (22%)185 (25%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2011

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam12970%
ACT ® Exam2916%

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading430570
SAT ® Math460600
SAT ® Writing--

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite2127
ACT ® English--
ACT ® Math--

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 1,226

    • - Undergraduate: 1,158

    - Graduate: 68

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 389

    - Female: 832

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.5 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 372

    - Female: 781

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.5 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 17

    - Female: 51

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.3 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 1,194

    - Part-Time: 27

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 1,141

    - Part-Time: 12

  • Graduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 53

    - Part-Time: 15

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien19316%
American Indian80.7%
Black454%
Asian37631%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander30.2%
Hispanic16714%
White29724%
Unknown13411%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 18252%
Ages 18-1934128%
Ages 20-2137431%
Ages 22-2423319%
Ages 25-2917614%
Ages 30-34403%
Ages 35-39192%
Ages 40-49110.9%
Ages 50-6510.08%
Age Over 6510.08%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 78%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students52%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male54%
Female51%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien53%
American Indian-
Black-
Asian68%
Hispanic43%
White54%
Unknown30%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Otis College of Art and Design, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.otis.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$33,443$32,488$33,550
$0 - $30,000$28,431$27,148$25,836
$30,000 - $48,000$28,463$29,227$27,455
$48,001 - $75,000$31,140$30,767$32,901
$75,001 - $110,000$37,648$35,144$38,953
More Than $110,000$40,877$40,665$39,235

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$35,404$32,900$31,360
In-State Tuition and Fees$35,404$32,900$31,360
Out of State Tuition and Fees$35,404$32,900$31,360
Books and Supplies$1,400$1,400$1,400

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
Room and Board$8,120$8,120-
Other Expenses$6,480$6,480-
Off Campus
Room and Board$11,800$11,800$11,800
Other Expenses$2,800$2,800$2,800
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$3,700$2,800$3,700

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$51,404$48,900$32,760
In-State$51,404$48,900$32,760
Out of State$51,404$48,900$32,760
Off Campus
In-District$51,404$48,900$47,360
In-State$51,404$48,900$47,360
Out of State$51,404$48,900$47,360
Off Campus with Family
In-District$40,504$38,000$36,460
In-State$40,504$38,000$36,460
Out of State$40,504$38,000$36,460

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Otis Art Institute financial aid office phone number is (310) 665-6880. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Otis Art Institute Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid13581%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid13581%$13,600
All Federal Grants7444%$5,014
Pell Grants7444%$4,523
Other Federal Grants2716%$1,346
State/Local Grants & Scholarships5030%$6,838
Institutional Grants & Scholarships13480%$8,381
All Student Loans10865%$7,093
Federal Student Loans10563%$5,490
Other Student Loans85%$23,700

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)7.7%4.9%2.0%
Number in Default19135
Number in Repayment246262241

Housing & Meals

Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

  • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

    • - No

  • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

    • - No

On-Campus Dorms - Details

  • Total Dormatory Capacity: 108
  • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $8,120

Crime & Safety

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Burglary1--

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees645224421
Faculty Status42055365
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service42055365
Primarily Instruction42055365
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial5353-
Other Professionals48444
Technical and/or Paraprofessional1247252
Clerical And Secretarial604713
Skilled Crafts11-
Service and/or Maintenance88-

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$63,086 (55)$63,434 (24)$62,817 (31)
Professor$69,909 (17)$69,240 (9)$70,663 (8)
Associate Professor$62,909 (28)$63,071 (11)$62,804 (17)
Assistant Professor$51,983 (10)$51,369 (4)$52,392 (6)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$63,086 (55)$63,434 (24)$62,817 (31)
Professor$69,909 (17)$69,240 (9)$70,663 (8)
Associate Professor$62,909 (28)$63,071 (11)$62,804 (17)
Assistant Professor$51,983 (10)$51,369 (4)$52,392 (6)
*Not all of the programs above may be offered
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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