Free Event Brings Together 36 Leading Art and Design Colleges and Universities for Portfolio Reviews and Undergraduate Admissions Guidance.
Sunday, November 15, 2026 | Noon–4 p.m.
ArtCenter College of Design will host Los Angeles National Portfolio Day on Sunday, November 15, 2026, welcoming aspiring artists and designers from across Southern California to its iconic Hillside Campus for a free event dedicated to exploring educational opportunities and creative careers.
The event brings together admissions representatives from 36 leading art and design colleges and universities from across the United States and internationally, offering prospective undergraduate students the opportunity to receive personalized feedback on their creative portfolios, learn about academic programs and admissions requirements, and explore pathways to careers in art and design.
ArtCenter will also offer guided campus tours and special information sessions introducing visitors to its undergraduate programs, distinguished faculty, industry connections, scholarships and career opportunities.
The event is free and open to prospective students and their families.
DATE AND TIME
Los Angeles National Portfolio Day
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Noon–4 p.m.
SPECIAL ARTCENTER PROGRAMMING AND ACTIVITIES
ArtCenter Campus Tours
10:30–11:30 a.m.
Student-led tours of ArtCenter’s Hillside Campus, offering a firsthand look at the College’s facilities and creative learning environment.
Creative Careers via an ArtCenter Education
10:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
Special information sessions led by Tim Campos, Vice President of Admissions, highlighting ArtCenter’s undergraduate programs, faculty, industry partnerships, admissions process and scholarships.
ArtCenter College of Design (Hillside Campus)
1700 Lida Street
Pasadena, CA 91103
REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION
Admission is free. Prospective students and families can find event registration details, participating institutions and additional visitor information on ArtCenter’s Los Angeles National Portfolio Day website.
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