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Overview
Academic Catalog Statement
A Brief History
Mission Statement
Purpose and Goals
Institutional Student Learning Outcomes
Accreditation
Freedom of Expression
Nondiscrimination
Belonging at CCS
Programs
Degree Programs
Academic Program Status – Prior Catalog Years
Academic Minors (2026-2027)
Certificate Programs
Precollege and Continuing Studies
Dual Enrollment for High School Students
Community Arts Partnerships
Faculty
Board of Trustees
Academic Catalog Addenda
Calendars
Academic Calendar
Academic Policies and Procedures
Academic Integrity
Assigning Academic Credit
Attendance
Departmental Review Attendance
Grading
Incomplete Grades
Grade Appeal Process
Grade Changes
Graduation Requirements
Honors/With Distinction
Undergraduate Academic Policies
First Year Experience
Transfer Credits – Undergraduate
Assessment of Prior Learning
Areas of Emphasis and Minors
Declaring or Changing Majors
Double Majors
Dean’s and President’s List
Junior Status
Academic Probation and Suspension – Undergraduate Students
Graduate Academic Policies
Change of Graduate Program
Change of Academic Level
Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements for Graduate Students
Academic Probation and Suspension – Graduate Students
Graduate Credit Transfer Policy
Academic Programs & Courses
About
Department Codes and Subject Key
CCS Course Numbering/Codes
Academic Credit Opportunities
Study Abroad
AICAD Exchange
Internship Program
Independent Study
Graduate
Graduate Courses
Art Education Courses
Color & Materials Design Courses
Design for Sustainability Courses
General Graduate Courses
Interdisciplinary Design Studies Courses
Transportation Design Courses
User Experience Design Courses
Graduate Minors
Graduate Programs
M.A. – Color & Materials Design: Part Time
M.F.A. – Color & Materials Design
M.A. – Design for Sustainability
M.F.A. – Design for Sustainability
M.A. – Interdisciplinary Design and Media
M.F.A. – Interdisciplinary Design and Media
M.A. – Transportation Design
M.A. – Transportation Design (2YR)
M.F.A. – Transportation Design
M.F.A. – Transportation Design (3YR)
M.A. – User Experience Design: Part Time
M.F.A. – User Experience Design
M.P.S. – User Experience Design (Online)
Post Degree Teaching Certification Program Requirements
Undergraduate
BFA + Art Education Certification Pathway
Foundations
Foundations Courses
Liberal Arts
Liberal Arts Courses
Art History and Visual Culture
Business
English
English As A Second Language
History
Liberal Arts Electives
Literature
Natural Science
Philosophy
Social Science
Student Life Programs
Student Life Programs Courses
Undergraduate Courses
Animation Courses
Communication Design and Strategy Courses
Entertainment Arts Courses
Fashion Design Courses
Film Courses
Game Design Courses
Illustration Courses
Interdisciplinary Art + Design Courses
Interior Design Courses
Photography Courses
Product Design Courses
Studio Art & Craft Courses
Transportation Design Courses
Undergraduate Minors
Undeclared
Undergraudate Majors/Degrees
Animation, BFA
Communication Design + Strategy, BFA
Entertainment Arts – Concept Design, BFA
Fashion Accessories Design, BFA
Fashion Business Management, BA
Fashion Design, BFA
Film, BFA
Game Design, BFA
Illustration, BFA
Interdisciplinary Art & Design, BFA
Interior Design, BFA
Photography, BFA
Product Design, BFA
Studio Art & Craft, BFA
Transportation Design, BFA
Enrollment And Registration
Enrollment
Undergraduate Admissions Requirements
Graduate Admissions Requirements for Domestic Applicants
Laptop Recommendations
Enrollment Deposit
Academic Advisor & Mentor Assignments
Readmission
Undergraduate Student Readmission
Graduate Student Readmission
Registration
Registration – New Students
Registration – Current Students
Guest/Non-Matriculated Students
Class Audit
Dual Enrollment for High School Students
Exchange Student Enrollment
Resources and Policies for Veterans
Student Accounts
Student Agreements
Student Agreements – Program Acknowledgement
Student Agreements – Tuition & Registration
Registration & Credit Policies
Academic Evaluation
Adding/Dropping Classes
Class Level
Credit Hours
Course Overload
Repeating Courses
Repetitions
Repeated Courses and Federal Student Aid
Transcript & Score Requirements
Tuition & Fees
Tuition and Fees 2026-2027
Housing and Meal Plans
Tuition Payment Options
Self Service Proxy Access
Financial Aid Resources
Application Procedures for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements for Graduate Students
Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements for Undergraduate Students
Disbursement of Financial Aid/Refunds
Payment Agreement and Disclosure of Collection Costs
Tuition Withdrawal and Refunds
Tuition Refund Insurance
Graduation & Diploma
Student Records & Privacy Rights
Chosen and Legal Name
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Transcripts and Enrollment Verification
Obtaining Grades Online
Record Retention
Student Responsibility & College Policies
Student Responsibilities/Restrictions (holds)
Dismissal from the College
College Liability
Exhibitions
Graduate Assistantship
Photography and Video Use
Code of Student Conduct
Withdrawal & Leave Of Absence
Complete Withdrawal
Leave of Absence
Contacts, Student Services & Resources
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