Academic excellence. Across the board.
With our Illustration, Animation and Fashion Design programs ranked among the nation’s best, CCAD has the academic rigor you're looking for in a supportive and welcoming environment.
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Degrees designed for today. And for you.
Here, degree programs not only reflect our ever-changing world. They also align with your ambitions.
Undergraduate Programs
Graduate Programs
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Faculty Highlight
Katie Davis
Your Experience: Year One
We know you want studio time. So yes, we make that an integral part of your First-Year Experience.
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Our academic courses in writing, philosophy, business math, and other areas help you build the skills that support your creative career.
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You’ll dive into your major from the start in classes that combine studio exploration and learning with academic work.
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All students take Visual Literacy, a class develops your understanding of 2D, 3D, and even 4D design concepts, as well as color theory.
CCAD graduates are in demand.
These percentages tell a compelling story. A story of success, accomplishment, and goals attained.
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