VCUarts Welcomes CCA Students

If you’re a California College of the Arts student considering your next step, VCUarts is excited to welcome you. As one of the nation’s leading public arts and design schools, VCUarts offers a rigorous, inspiring education rooted in creative exploration, collaboration and real-world impact.

Here, you’ll join a creative and supportive community of artists, designers and scholars. Our dedicated faculty are leaders in their fields and will mentor you every step of the way, ensuring a seamless transition from CCA to VCUarts. Learn more about what VCUarts has to offer and begin your transfer application today.

Academics

Whatever you want to create, design, perform, direct, study, sing or play, VCUarts helps turn ambition into action. Our programs connect deep creative practice with a supportive, forward-thinking community of faculty, peers and professionals. From fine arts and design to performance, film, and art history, you’ll have the freedom to explore, experiment, and grow across disciplines.

Explore Our Programs

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How to Apply

Applying as a transfer student is straightforward, and we’re here to help along the way. To apply:

Submit your application
Submit official transcripts
Review and submit your program-specific materials

Apply by March 15 for priority admission consideration. Learn more about the application process and required materials.

Start Your Application

Course Equivalencies

Curious how your CCA coursework may transfer? Use our transfer course equivalencies tool to see how previously completed courses may apply toward a VCUarts degree.

Review Course Equivalencies

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Visit Campus

VCUarts’ campus features inspiring studios, performance spaces, galleries and labs designed for every creative discipline.

In-person tour

Schedule an in-person tour to experience campus firsthand.

Schedule a Tour

Explore virtually

Can’t make it to Richmond? Explore our spaces online anytime.

Explore Our Spaces

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Richmond, Virginia

Located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia, VCUarts is part of a vibrant, arts-driven capital city known for its creativity, diversity and entrepreneurial spirit. From galleries and music venues to murals, museums and maker spaces, Richmond offers endless inspiration and access for emerging creatives. Here, you’ll find a welcoming community ready to support your growth both as an artist and as a person.

Explore Richmond