Offering seamless transfer and fast-track opportunities to California College of the Arts degree students
With over 1,500 undergraduate students and 13 distinctive degree programs, Ringling College stands as Florida’s only institution dedicated exclusively to art and design education. Our nationally and internationally ranked programs attract creative talent from across the globe, creating a vibrant community of artists who learn from industry-leading faculty.
CCA transfer students will be given special consideration for transfer credits, including core studio courses, and we are committed to helping students continue on their current graduation trajectory.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Ringling College is pleased to honor the amounts of all academic-based scholarships you received from CCA. In addition, you may be eligible to receive additional financial aid awards by submitting your 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to Ringling College. Include Ringling College’s FAFSA code of 012574 at www.studentaid.gov.
Information about Financial Aid
Explore our 13 creative disciplines—11 BFA programs and two BA programs—to find your place on a campus designed for cultivating your creativity.
*These majors are particularly transfer-friendly. Get in touch with our Admissions Office to discuss your opportunities: admissions@ringling.edu
Transfer-friendly majors
Questions? Email
admissions@ringling.edu
Take a tour
There are multiple ways to visit us at Ringling College. If you plan a visit to us in person, you can reserve a spot on our Monday-Saturday campus tours.
Get virtual
Can’t make it in person? Take a virtual tour. Explore our beautiful grounds, residence halls and apartments, educational facilities, and makerspaces, and even take a virtual walk around the culturally-rich city of Sarasota.
Connect
We are here to help! Feel free to call 941-309-0195 or email us at admissions@ringling.edu.
Office of Admissions
We’re here to help!
Our admissions counselors are formally trained to help applicants navigate the admissions process and develop their portfolios.
Schedule a video appointment to get your art portfolio reviewed.
Apply now through the Common App.
Track your application status via our online portal.
