Frequently Asked Questions
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(links to the applications at bottom of page)

Where is LACC? (In the heart of Hollywood!)

• Where is the Theatre on campus?

• Where will I live? Is there Housing?

How much does it cost?

• Can I get a scholarship?

• Can I work while I go to school?

How do I Register for LACC?

• I am not a U.S. citizen. What do International Students need to know?

• I am not a California resident (at least 1 year.) What do Out of State students need to know?

• What are the Prerequisites?

• Can I Transfer units I have already taken? Can I transfer Academy classes to other institutions?

• What classes will I be taking if accepted to the Academy?

How do I apply for admission to the Academy?

Assistantships, Scholarships

Are there scholarships and/or assistantships available?

There are presently no scholarships and/or assistantships available for incoming theatre students. Those who qualify for low income assistance should immediately apply at the Financial Aid office, however funding is usually not awarded within the first semester of attendance.

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Costs

What will it cost? California Law requires that all students pay a fee to attend community colleges, based on the number of units enrolled. Students on public assistance may be exempt from paying this fee.

California residents (over 1 year) pay $20 per unit.

Out of state students Students who are non-residents of California pay non-resident tuition, currently $159.00 per unit, plus $20 per unit enrollment fee.

International students Non-resident tuition for students who are citizens of a foreign country is currently $169.00 per unit, plus $20 per unit enrollment fee.

In addition, all Academy students pay the $20 Academy fee each semester. The first semester of attendance, the $20 application fee pays the Academy fee.

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Housing

Is there housing available?

The college does not have housing facilities. LACC is a commuter campus, and most students live in privately owned housing. There are many apartments in the immediate vicinity with monthly rental fees beginning at approximately $500. Most students share apartments to control costs. If you are moving into the area, you should allow time to find an apartment.

The Student Information Center maintains housing information listing rooms for rent, roommates wanted, apartments to share, room and board in exchange for work or babysitting, bachelor apartments, single apartments, and some one bedroom apartments. These listings are usually supplied by apartment managers and community residents interested in renting to students. We strongly suggest that you have sufficient funds available before coming to Los Angeles, or make arrangements to live with relatives or friends temporarily.

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International Student requirements...

• An earned high school diploma from a U.S. high school, or equivalent education elsewhere.

• A score of 450 or higher on the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).

• Certification of your ability to pay non-resident tuition and enrollment fees (currently $169.00 per unit, plus $20 per unit enrollment fee), plus living and personal expenses for 12 months (approximately $6,500). Personal and living expense certification is waived if you are, or will be, living with a U.S. sponsor who will certify that these expenses will be covered.

• $35.00 non-refundable application processing fee.

For more information, see the International Student Center pages.

Foreign students on an F-1 visa pay a $25 per semester internationasl student processing fee. If you are on a student (F-1) visa or want to get a student (F-1) visa, please contact

• Los Angeles City College
  International Student Office
  855 N. Vermont Ave.
  Los Angeles, CA 90029
  

• Tel.: (323) 953-4000
  

  Contact Los Angeles City College International Student Office by e-mail. <http://marlin.laccd.edu/district/message_city.htm>

Location

Where is the School? At 855 N. Vermont, Los Angeles. This is the East side of Hollywood, West of downtown Los Angeles. See area map.

Where is the Theatre? The Theatre complex is located on the main quadrangle of the campus, adjacent to the Administration building and across from the Library. See campus map.

Prerequisites

Are there any prerequisites? I don't have a very good grade point average, can I still be accepted? You must have either graduated from high school or passed an equivalency exam, AND pass the interview/ audition process.

International Students prerequisites

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Registration

If you are accepted to the Program after your interview/ audition, you still need to apply to Los Angeles City College and officially register in the classes indicated by the head of your area.

Application to Los Angeles City College.

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Transfer

Can I transfer the credits for classes I've taken elsewhere? Yes, but usually limited to courses in Intoduction to the Theatre, Theatre History, and Beginning Stage Makeup. The Costume and Scenic programs may also waive courses based on previous credits.

Will these classes transfer to a university? Yes, but acceptance is individual to each institution. Some of our classes may not transfer at face value, but qualify as electives.

Will I be earning a degree? No, this training leads to a Vocational Certificate. Additional General Education requirements must be taken outside our program to earn the Associate Arts degree.

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Working

Can I continue to work while I go to school? Yes, but it must be limited and very flexible to allow for the production schedule. Every semester requires participation in a production course requiring evening and weekend hours.

Can I attend part time? Generally, no. Participation in the program requires full time committment to a block program of classes. A limited number of classes in the Costume program can be taken separately as a part-timer until you are accepted to participate in the full program.

Can I take night classes? There are presently no night or Saturday classes available in the Academy program. There are a limited number of Theatre Department classes available for General Education and transfer purposes.

Will I get job placement at graduation? Not formally. This industry is largely a freelance enterprise, but it is also based on networking and recommendations. When inquiries seek trained students for jobs and internships, we regularly promote our trained graduates.

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Application

How do I apply?

Click below to print out an application in your specialty.

Fill it out and mail with $20 application fee to:

LACC Theatre Academy
855 N. Vermont Ave.
Hollywood, CA 90029

Technical and Costume applicants, you will be contacted by the Head of your area for interview/ audition appointment.

Acting Audition Information

Auditions:

Wed., July 16, 2PM

Wed., August 27, 11am

Please contact:

LACC Theatre Academy

F. Fate, Director
855 N. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029

323.953.4000 ext.2971

fax 323.953.4013

Costume Program Application [] Sequence of Costume Classes

Theatre Academy students and guest artists in

Original (Alumnus written) musical THE BRAIN FROM PLANET X