Welcome to Otis College of Art and Design

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The Commons

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Tour stop audio transcript

Welcome to Otis College of Art and Design! Otis College is the first independent, professional school of art and design in Southern California, founded in 1918. We offer eight BFA majors, thirteen minors, and two MFA programs. Located on the coast of the cultural capital of Los Angeles, Otis College has been at the center of the L.A. art and design community for over a hundred years. The Commons, as you see here, is the heart of our campus. In case this is your first visit, here are some tips to help you get started: -To jump to the next destination, select the "Next" button on the right side of your screen. -Or, if you already know where you want to go, simply select that location from the list on the sidebar OR directly on the map below. -And remember to explore each destination in more detail by clicking the interactive icons included throughout each location.