California College of the Arts

Founded in 1907, California College of the Arts (CCA) educates students to shape culture and society through the practice and critical study of art, architecture, design, and writing. Situated in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area, CCA cultivates innovation, community engagement, and social responsibility, offering a diverse curriculum of 22 undergraduate and 10 graduate programs taught by accomplished practitioners. Recognized among the 25 most diverse colleges in the U.S. and ranked within the top 10 fine arts graduate schools nationally, CCA graduates are sought after by prestigious companies such as Pixar/Disney, Apple, and Google. Both alumni and faculty regularly receive top honors in their respective fields, including Academy Awards, AIGA Medals, and Guggenheim Fellowships. Currently, CCA is expanding its San Francisco campus in the Design District, adding 78,650 square feet of space spearheaded by the architectural firm Studio Gang, with a sustainable design aiming to unify the college's programs and encourage new interactions.