Laguna College of Art and Design

Laguna College of Art and Design (LCAD) is a private art college situated in the coastal community of Laguna Beach, California, approximately 50 miles south of Los Angeles. The campus, established in 1961 as the Laguna Beach School of Art, occupies multiple locations throughout Laguna Beach, including a main campus nestled in a canyon setting and additional facilities in the city's downtown arts district. LCAD offers specialized undergraduate and graduate degrees focused on fine arts, design, animation, and game art, with particular strength in drawing, illustration, and entertainment design programs. The college maintains strong connections with major animation studios and design firms in Southern California, providing students with industry-relevant experience. While LCAD does not offer traditional dormitory housing, the college assists students in finding local housing options within the Laguna Beach community.