California Fashion Schools and Colleges

California is the most populous state in the U.S., and the third largest (Alaska and Texas are bigger). Over a quarter of a million students graduate from a California college or university each year.

The film and TV production industries are one of the mainstays of California's economy; Los Angeles and Hollywood are the places to be for aspiring directors, actors, set designers, etc. Opportunities abound for all types of artists in this state, since financial aid, quality apprenticeships, and supporting grants are widely available.

National Programs: The following schools are accepting students from across the country.

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The Art Institutes

Bachelor's | Associate's | Certificate | Diploma

The Art Institutes offers associate, bachelor and certificate programs that specialize in fashion design, marketing and merchandising. With over 40 locations in major cities throughout North America, you'll get the competitive edge to succeed as a creative professional - in your field of interest!

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The Art Institute of California - Inland Empire

San Bernardino, CA US

About: The primary mission, focus and ultimate goal of The Art Institute of California - Inland Empire is to assist students toward the pursuit of a satisfying career in their chosen field. To this end, we have brought together a dedicated group of individuals who are committed to providing students with career-oriented curricula - including the organizational, interpersonal, and theoretical, as well as the practical skills needed to become a well-trained entry-level job candidate in today's competitive job market.

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The Art Institute of California - Hollywood

Los Angeles, CA US

About: At The Art Institute of California - Hollywood, you will find like-minded students-artists who think like you and are excited by the energy you bring. Many of our students come right out of high school, while some have tried different college programs and others are embarking on a career change. What draws these individuals to The Art Institute of California - Hollywood, is a passion for their art - as well as the desire to channel that passion into a career.

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Academy of Art University

San Francisco, CA US

About: Academy of Art University, founded in 1929 by artists for artists, is the nation's largest accredited, private art and design university with over 17,000 students. Having state-of-the-art campuses online and in San Francisco, the Academy guides students to creative professional futures. Alumni currently work at top companies such as Pixar, NBC, Apple, Nike and more.
Academy of Art University offers accredited Associates (AA), Bachelors (BA, BFA) and Masters (MA, MFA, M.Arch) degrees, as well as certificate programs and continuing art education. Additionally, Academy of Art University's pre-college scholarship programs offer high school students the opportunity to explore their passion for art and design.

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The Art Institute of California - Orange County

Santa Ana, CA US

About: The Art Institute of California-Orange County is a design and culinary arts school providing Bachelor's and Associate's degrees in Game Art & Design, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Media Arts & Animation, Multimedia & Web Design, Culinary Management and Culinary Arts. Located in the heart of Orange County's South Coast Metro region, The Art Institute is ideally situated in close proximity to Orange County's thriving business community, cultural attractions, shopping, entertainment and its famous beaches. The school is one of The Art Institutes, with 45+ education institutions located throughout North America, providing an important source of design, media arts, fashion and culinary professionals. The Art Institutes have provided career-oriented education programs for over 40 years.

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The Art Institute of California - Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale, CA US

About: The Art Institute of California - Sunnyvale is located in Santa Clara County, California, an area that makes up the world's premiere technology corridor, Silicon Valley. Sunnyvale's local population is only about 150,000, but the surrounding region is home to well over 2 million people. Students are only an hour's drive from the Pacific Ocean and Sunnyvale is also close to California's historic redwood forests. The city is bordered by the San Francisco bay to the north, Mountain View to the west, Santa Clara and San Jose to the east, and Cupertino to the south. The city is ranked as one of the safest in the country by the Morgan Quitno Safest City Award program and students enjoy a year-long mild climate.

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The Art Institute of California - San Diego

San Diego, CA US

About: The Art Institute of California - San Diego welcomes you to the growing creative community. Located in the heart of San Diego's Mission Valley, you'll find yourself surrounded by a diverse cultural community, a thriving business district, and endless amounts of creative opportunities.
At The Art Institute of California - San Diego you can receive the hands-on art and design education you need to begin a career in the creative world.

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International Academy of Design & Technology - Sacramento

Sacramento, CA US

About: At the International Academy of Design and Technology - Sacramento, students can enjoy an interactive learning experience in programs such as fashion design and marketing, visual communication, and interior design. Experienced instructors lead exciting discussions with small classes that can accommodate both traditional and non-traditional students. As a career-oriented institution, IADT is committed to providing academic excellence and is focused on teaching professional skills to help ensure students can launch successful careers after graduation.

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The Art Institute of California - San Francisco

San Francisco, CA US

About: The world is changing so quickly that today we have jobs that didn't exist even five years ago. Most people can't even imagine what career fields will open in the next five years. But at The Art Institute of California - San Francisco, you have your fingers on the pulse. We can lead the way to creative career opportunities by providing art and design education.

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The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles

Santa Monica, CA US

About: At The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles, you will join a community that's committed to offering you a nurturing, stimulating environment where you are free to explore your artist's imagination and to stretch your talent and skills. Here you can meet like-minded students who share your passion for the creative world and the drive to learn. Artists who think like you and are excited by the talent you have and challenged by how you will apply it.

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Art Academy of San Diego

San Diego, CA US

About: Art Academy of San Diego (formerly Arts College International) is a small, private, non-accredited fine arts school that provides continuing arts education for adults. We offer a wide variety of over 50 hands-on classes and workshops in drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, crafts and home decorating, for the beginner and professional artist alike. Taught by professional artists, these classes will provide you with the creative outlet you've been seeking. Select from 7 and 14 week classes and one-day workshops. To learn more about these fun and informative classes, call 619-231-3900 for a free catalog, visit our website or stop by for a tour and start expressing yourself today! It's a wonderfully supportive environment. It is our objective and Mission to provide a unique learning environment in a quality art program by exposing people to art appreciation and art creation while giving them the tools for a lifetime of involvement in the arts. We truly believe in supporting the artist in all of us.

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Butte College, Department of Art

Oroville, CA US

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California State University, Department of Art - Long Beach

Long Beach, CA US

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Caning Shop

Berkeley, CA US

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FIDM/The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

Various Locations, CA US

About: At FIDM/The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, art meets commerce. In this very different kind of college, students, educators, industry leaders and the public come together in a vibrant, energetic community. FIDM has become a world leader in educating for the Fashion, Graphics, Interior Design, and Entertainment industries since our founding in Los Angeles in 1969. Within FIDM's intense, focused curriculum, we offer nine distinct majors and 14 programs of study forged by academic excellence and industry connections. From our four California campuses, FIDM graduates enter the global marketplace as highly trained professionals. Our current 5,500 full-time students will join an international network of 30,000 alumni who are marrying business and creativity producing spectactular results.

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Glendale College Community Education

Glendale, CA US

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Kala Art Institute

Berkeley, CA US

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Knitting by the Sea

Fort Bragg, CA US

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Lorenzo de'Medici Art Institute of Florence

Sebastopol, CA US

About: Lorenzo de'Medici is the largest international school in Italy, offering a wide variety of studio arts, humanities and language studies. Located in the historic center of Florence, studio arts include: painting, drawing, sculpture, fashion design, photography, graphic design, interior design, restoration, printmaking.

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Mendocino Art Center

Mendocino, CA US

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Natural Fiber Fair Mateel Community Center

Alderpoint, CA US

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San Jose State University, Graduate Programs in Art and Design

San Jose, CA US

About: The School of Art and Design at San Jose State University offers graduate programs including the MA in Art (Art History, Design (Industrial and Animation/Illustration), Digital Media for Art History and Education) and Art Education as well as a MFA in Art (Digital Media Art, Photography, Pictorial Art and Spatial Art). For current application, program, and faculty information, see the School website.

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San Jose State University, School of Art & Design

San Jose, CA US

About: The School of Art and Design at SJSU offers BA in Art degrees in Design Studies, Studio Practice, and Art History. BFA degrees are offered in Animation/Illustration, Digital Media Art, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Photography, Pictorial Art, and Spatial Art. A BS is offered in Industrial Design. Graduate Degrees include MA in Art History, Design, and Multimedia Computing, MFA degrees in Art include: Digital Media, Pictorial, and Spatial Art and Photography.

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Shepherdess

San Diego, CA US

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University of California, Walter A. Haas School of Business - Berkeley

Berkeley, CA US

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