Pasadena, CA

Art Center College of Design

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Art Center College of Design is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Pasadena, CA.
It is classified as Master's College and University (smaller programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Art Center College of Design is accredited by National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation.

75% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 1,461 applied, 1,089 accepted, and 343 enrolled in Art Center College of Design.
125 men and 218 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $54,170 for undergraduate programs and $57,188 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 4.90% compared to last year at Art Center College of Design.

Financial Aid

1,441 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $16,835.
For freshmen, 193 students (70%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $18,219.

Student Population

A total of 2,308 students enrolled Art Center College of Design in 2025.
By gender, 932 men and 1,376 women students are enrolled.
There are 2,038 undergraduate and 270 graduate students.

19 Major Programs

  • 1 programs through online
  • 8 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Art Center College of Design is 79%.
The retention rate is 86% for full-time and 86% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
86%
Students to Faculty Ratio
9 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 473 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Art Center College of Design and the average faculty salary is $84,444. The studetns to faculty ratio is 9 to 1.
There are 872 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $96,250.
Number of Faculties
473
Average Faculty Salary
$84,444
Number of Staffs
872
Average Staff Salary
$96,250

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Libraries