Academic Programs
Animation, BFA
Explore the complexity of human movement and the artistry of motion in our Animation Program.
Undergraduate Architecture, BArch
Preparing students for creative practice where material/formal experimentation meets social engagement/technological innovation.
Ceramics, BFA
Unearth the possibilities of ceramics in our interdisciplinary, sculptural-based learning environment.
Community Arts, BFA
Our program trains you to take your creative studio work out into the world to positively affect communities and foster social change.
Critical Ethnic Studies
CCA Critical Ethnic Studies program offers an intensive exploration of cultural diversity in America and in other world cultures that have made an impact on American society.
Critical Studies
The world needs you to tell its stories.
Fashion Design, BFA
The fashion industry relies on emerging innovative design leaders, like you.
First Year Program
Where students explore different approaches to creative practices, while building the necessary skills in preparation for their majors
Furniture, BFA
Explore furniture as both an object of art and an expression of culture.
Game Arts, BFA
Push the boundaries of game making.
Glass, BFA
Explore the practice of craft within a fine arts context to create visionary work.
Graphic Design, BFA
Information about our Graphic Design program offerings.
Illustration, BFA
The world needs you to tell its stories.
Individualized Major, BFA
The Individualized Major (INDI) at CCA provides an opportunity for students to design and follow a personalized program of study.
Industrial Design, BFA
Discover a community of design thinkers who approach today’s most pressing challenges with real-world, innovative solutions.
Interaction Design, BFA
Join us and prepare to imagine, prototype, and build the future!
Interior Design, BFA
We design interior environments with equal emphasis on spatial innovation, technical expertise and sustainable material practices.
Jewelry + Metal Arts, BFA
Learn to create innovative metal arts while discovering your artistic voice.
Painting + Drawing, BFA
Expand your perceptions of painting and drawing, and develop your own position as an artist.
Photography, BFA
Tell the world’s stories through your unique lens.
Printmedia, BFA
In our program, you’ll explore both traditional and experimental printmaking techniques, while also diving deep into contemporary art theory and cultural dialogue.
Sculpture, BFA
CCA's Sculpture Program is a hub of activity addressing the experiential complex of materials, the life of objects, & the historical context of cultural production.
Textiles, BFA
Build a thought-provoking textiles practice by combining history, theory, and innovation.
History of Art and Visual Culture (Visual Studies), BA
Discover the intersection of traditional art history and modern-day visual culture.
Writing + Literature, BA
Today's literary world needs writers who are also artists, like you.
Curatorial Practice, MA
Join a program that foregrounds expanded perspectives of the curatorial, working creatively across disciplines.
Design, MFA
CCA's MFA in Design program is an open site for the investigation of contemporary design practice in the graphic design, industrial design, and interaction design fields.
Design Strategy, MBA
Design the Future of Business
Fine Arts, MFA
In the Graduate Fine Arts program refine and sustain a critical art practice that’s interdisciplinary and socially engaged.
Graduate Architecture, MArch
CCA's Master of Architecture Program is a professional degree program that emphasizes innovation and experimentation in architectural design.
Interaction Design, MDes
Do you aspire to use the power of design to shape technology and address problems that matter?
Master of Advanced Architectural Design, MAAD
The Master of Advanced Architectural Design (MAAD) Digital Craft concentration focuses on contemporary digital design technologies and digital craft.
MFA in Comics
MFA in Comics
Visual & Critical Studies, MA
Today's vast, intricate visual arena demands new forms of critical analysis. Calling for cultural critics who can write eloquently for diverse audiences in a range of formats.
Writing, MFA
Writing, MFA
Upper Division Interdisciplinary Studios (UDIST)
UDIST courses offer opportunities for undergraduate students and instructors to generate interdisciplinary theories, practices, and works within a studio-based format.
Fine Arts Internships (BFA)
Internships are a great way for you to get hands-on, real-world experience that will foster your professional skills alongside your creative practice.
Undergraduate Minors at CCA
Minors at CCA are designed to complement your main area of study, whether you’re in architecture, design, fine arts, or humanities and sciences.
Computational Practices Minor
Computational Practices Minor
Ecological Practices Minor
The Ecological Practices minor provides students the opportunity to meld environmental knowledge with studio practice.
SPACE Minor
Social Practice & Community Engagement (SPACE)