Welcome to The Art Institute of California — Orange County. More than ever, it's an exciting time to be a designer, animator, chef, or media artist; and you’re about to embark on a fulfilling, rewarding career.
At The Art Institute of California — Orange County, you can find like-minded students broadening their art and design education. Artists who think like you and are excited by the talent you have and challenged by how you will apply it. Many of our students come right out of high school, some have tried different college programs, others are career-shifters. Something brings them to The Art Institute of California — Orange County — a similar, often lifelong, passion for their art. And, a desire to turn it into a career.
At The Art Institute of California — Orange County, you will join a community that's committed to providing you a nurturing, stimulating environment where you are free to explore your artist's imagination and creativity and to stretch your talent and skills. We offer a professional faculty who are from the industry, so they know what is needed to be competitive in the market, and they bring that knowledge into the classroom. The facility was designed with the creative student in mind, and we continually keep our eye on the industry and on emerging technology. You will find professional skills kitchens, G5 and PC computer labs, interior design resource room, a learning resource center with program-specific materials, and many more professional tools to aid in your education.
On behalf of the faculty and staff of The Art Institute of California — Orange County, we want you to know that we are excited by your potential and enthusiasm for your art. We are committed to helping you chart the right educational course and to help you get on the road to pursuing your goals. In your journey, always keep your passion for your art and your goals as a daily reminder and source of motivation. By choosing what you love to do and having a true passion, you can't go wrong.