Art Center College of DesignArt Center College of Design
Pasadena, CA · West
- Acceptance rate
- 74.5%
- Cost after aid
- $48,661
- Graduation rate
- 79%
About Art Center College of Design
Art Center College of Design is a very small private university in Pasadena, CA, in a city setting.
What Art Center College of Design looks for
Art Center College of Design admits the majority of applicants who meet its baseline academic profile. For most students applying here, the work is in writing applications that reflect real fit rather than treating the application as a checklist. Demonstrated interest matters more here than at the most selective schools. Visiting, attending an info session, and asking real questions of admissions all move the needle.
Frequently asked
What is the acceptance rate at Art Center College of Design?
Art Center College of Design admits roughly 75% of applicants. An acceptance rate above 40% means a strong application can land here without high-end stats.
What does Art Center College of Design actually cost after financial aid?
Average net cost (after institutional aid) is about $48,661 per year. Net cost varies enormously by family income; run the school's net price calculator for an estimate that reflects your situation.
Is Art Center College of Design a reach, match, or safety for me?
Compare your stats to the middle 50% above. If you are at or below the 25th percentile, treat Art Center College of Design as a reach. If you are in the middle 50%, it is a match. Above the 75th percentile and the school accepts above 25% overall, it is closer to a safety. Selectivity below 20% should be treated as a reach for everyone, period.
