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Cert. Costume Design 2

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Training

Hands-on costume design for theatre and film

Covers design, history, sketching, pattern drafting, draping, construction, dyeing, distressing, character makeup, hair and wigs

Lab time spent on live theatrical productions

Part of the LACC Theatre Academy, one of the most respected theater training programs in the US since 1929

Professional Development

Widely recognized in the entertainment industry for producing skilled designers and wardrobe professionals

Faculty evaluations support future education and job applications

KCACTF National Costume finalist awarded 2nd place (Spring 2023)

Television Academy Summer Internship winner German Flores (2018)

KCACTF National overall winner Christina Bayer (2018)

Employer Connections

Graduates work at AFI, Center Theatre Group, Cirque du Soleil, Disney, HBO, LA Opera, Netflix, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Santa Fe Opera, Universal, Warner Brothers

School Info

Snapshot

29%

Grad Rate

11.2K

Enrollment

$36K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,238

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$11,040

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$35,645

Before aid

Average Net Price

$10,261

After aid

Can I Afford College · lacc.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 5, 2:10 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Hands-on costume design for theatre and film

Covers design, history, sketching, pattern drafting, draping, construction, dyeing, distressing, character makeup, hair and wigs

Lab time spent on live theatrical productions

Part of the LACC Theatre Academy, one of the most respected theater training programs in the US since 1929

Professional Development

Widely recognized in the entertainment industry for producing skilled designers and wardrobe professionals

Faculty evaluations support future education and job applications

KCACTF National Costume finalist awarded 2nd place (Spring 2023)

Television Academy Summer Internship winner German Flores (2018)

KCACTF National overall winner Christina Bayer (2018)

Employer Connections

Graduates work at AFI, Center Theatre Group, Cirque du Soleil, Disney, HBO, LA Opera, Netflix, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Santa Fe Opera, Universal, Warner Brothers

Program Highlights

Training

Hands-on costume design for theatre and film

Covers design, history, sketching, pattern drafting, draping, construction, dyeing, distressing, character makeup, hair and wigs

Lab time spent on live theatrical productions

Part of the LACC Theatre Academy, one of the most respected theater training programs in the US since 1929

Professional Development

Widely recognized in the entertainment industry for producing skilled designers and wardrobe professionals

Faculty evaluations support future education and job applications

KCACTF National Costume finalist awarded 2nd place (Spring 2023)

Television Academy Summer Internship winner German Flores (2018)

KCACTF National overall winner Christina Bayer (2018)

Employer Connections

Graduates work at AFI, Center Theatre Group, Cirque du Soleil, Disney, HBO, LA Opera, Netflix, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Santa Fe Opera, Universal, Warner Brothers

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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School Website

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Official page · lacc.edu

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Admissions Auditions · lacc.edu

Interview Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Portfolio

Portfolio review conducted during interview

Admissions Auditions · lacc.edu

Good to Know

Enrollment

Certificate program — AA degree not required

2-year program with optional third year for advanced design projects

Full-time commitment required

No application fee

Program Standards

Students are evaluated from the initial interview onward

Continuation requires meeting assignments during active production work

What's The Process

Audition Process

Complete the Costume Design online application

Applicants will be contacted by the Head of Costume for an interview appointment

Interview includes portfolio review

If accepted, must also apply to Los Angeles City College

Contact: (323) 953-4000 ext. 2970

School Info

Snapshot

29%

Grad Rate

11.2K

Enrollment

$36K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,238

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$11,040

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$35,645

Before aid

Average Net Price

$10,261

After aid

Can I Afford College · lacc.edu College Scorecard

Training

Hands-on costume design for theatre and film

Covers design, history, sketching, pattern drafting, draping, construction, dyeing, distressing, character makeup, hair and wigs

Lab time spent on live theatrical productions

Part of the LACC Theatre Academy, one of the most respected theater training programs in the US since 1929

Professional Development

Widely recognized in the entertainment industry for producing skilled designers and wardrobe professionals

Faculty evaluations support future education and job applications

KCACTF National Costume finalist awarded 2nd place (Spring 2023)

Television Academy Summer Internship winner German Flores (2018)

KCACTF National overall winner Christina Bayer (2018)

Employer Connections

Graduates work at AFI, Center Theatre Group, Cirque du Soleil, Disney, HBO, LA Opera, Netflix, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Santa Fe Opera, Universal, Warner Brothers

Updated Aug 5, 2:10 PM