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Laguna College of Art and Design

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world rank  7374

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Overview

Established in 1961, the Laguna College of Art and Design is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Laguna Beach (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Laguna College of Art and Design (LCAD) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Laguna College of Art and Design (LCAD) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 63-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. LCAD also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Laguna College of Art and Design's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Laguna College of Art and Design's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Laguna College of Art and Design' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Laguna College of Art and Design's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym LCAD
Founded 1961
Motto Great Art Matters
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University Location

Address 2222 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach
92651-1136 California
United States
Laguna College of Art and Design's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Laguna College of Art and Design Phone Number +1 (949) 376 6000
Laguna College of Art and Design Fax Number +1 (949) 376 6009

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Laguna College of Art and Design's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Laguna College of Art and Design's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Laguna College of Art and Design's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Laguna College of Art and Design.

Laguna College of Art and Design: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
30,000-34,999 US$
(27,340-31,890 Euro)
35,000-39,999 US$
(31,890-36,450 Euro)
International
students
30,000-34,999 US$
(27,340-31,890 Euro)
35,000-39,999 US$
(31,890-36,450 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Laguna College of Art and Design's admission information.

Laguna College of Art and Design's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Laguna College of Art and Design's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Laguna College of Art and Design a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Laguna College of Art and Design's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Laguna College of Art and Design's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Laguna College of Art and Design's Admission Office Admission Office

2222 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach 92651
9493766000


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Laguna College of Art and Design.

Laguna College of Art and Design's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Laguna College of Art and Design has an enrollment range of 500-999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Laguna College of Art and Design's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).


Laguna College of Art and Design's Control Type Control Type

Laguna College of Art and Design is a private higher education institution.


Laguna College of Art and Design's Entity Type Entity Type

Laguna College of Art and Design is a non-profit higher education institution.


Laguna College of Art and Design's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


Laguna College of Art and Design's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Laguna College of Art and Design does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Laguna College of Art and Design's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Arts, Music & Design Schools
Size & Setting Four-year, very small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Single program-Other

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

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Laguna College of Art and Design's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

Laguna College of Art and Design's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 24,369 physical volumes, 2,297 physical media and 6 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 5 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Laguna College of Art and Design's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Laguna College of Art and Design's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Laguna College of Art and Design provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 56 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Laguna College of Art and Design's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

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Laguna College of Art and Design's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Laguna College of Art and Design's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Laguna College of Art and Design's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Laguna College of Art and Design's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Laguna College of Art and Design's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

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Laguna College of Art and Design's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Laguna College of Art and Design is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1997


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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