California State University, East Bay (CSU East Bay)
Pending agreement: This teach-out agreement has not been finalized.
The information on this page is based on ongoing discussions between CCA and CSU East Bay. These details are provisional and subject to change. This page will be updated with finalized highlights once the formal agreement is signed by both institutions.
California College of the Arts (CCA) and California State University, East Bay (CSU East Bay) are currently drafting a formal teach-out agreement to provide a clear, supportive path for students to complete their degrees. This partnership aims to ensure your academic progress is honored and your costs remain predictable.
Location: Hayward, CA
Website: CSU East Bay academics, campus tours
Teach-out agreement highlights
CCA and CSU East Bay are currently in the final stages of formalizing a teach-out agreement. While both institutions are committed to providing a seamless transition for CCA students, the specific details regarding scholarship matching, residency waivers, and credit transfer policies are still being finalized.
This section will be updated with a breakdown of these benefits as soon as the formal agreement is signed. In the meantime, we recommend making an appointment with the CCA Transition Hub to discuss your general eligibility and interest in this pathway.
CCA program and CSU East Bay equivalent program
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CCA Program |
CSU East Bay Equivalent Program |
|---|---|
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Animation, BFA |
BFA Art: Video & Animation Concentration |
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Art and Design Studies, BA |
BA Art: Art & Design Concentration |
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Ceramics, BFA |
BFA Art: Fine Arts Practice Concentration |
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Communication Design, BFA |
BDes in Graphic Design and Interaction Design ¹ |
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Game Arts & Design, BFA |
BFA Game Arts (proposed new program to begin in Fall 2027) |
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Graphic Design, BFA |
BDes in Graphic Design and Interaction Design ¹ |
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History of Art and Visual Culture, BA |
BA Art: Art History and Visual Studies Concentration |
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Illustration, BFA |
BFA Art: Illustration Concentration |
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Individualized Studies, BFA |
BFA Art: Fine Arts Practice Concentration |
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Interaction Design, BFA |
BDes in Graphic Design and Interaction Design ¹ |
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Interdisciplinary Studies, BFA |
BFA Art: Fine Arts Practice Concentration |
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Painting & Drawing, BFA |
BFA Art: Fine Arts Practice Concentration |
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Printmedia, BFA |
BFA Art: Fine Arts Practice Concentration |
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Sculpture, BFA |
BFA Art: Fine Arts Practice Concentration |
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Writing & Literature, BA |
BA English: Creative Writing Concentration |
¹ Program proposal in review; STEM-anticipated.
How to apply for Fall 2027
Step 1: Confirm eligibility
Meet with a CCA advisor to certify your academic standing and program enrollment.
Step 2: Express interest
Notify CCA of your interest in CSU East Bay so your academic data and financial aid package details can be prepared for coordination.
Step 3: Complete the Cal State Apply application. Students are required to submit their application through the Cal State Apply portal. CCA advisors will provide you with specific guidance on how to designate yourself as a "Teach-Out" or "Priority Transfer" student within the portal to ensure your application is prioritized and fees are handled correctly.
Step 4: Transcript and record transmission. After you initiate your application via Cal State Apply, CCA will securely and confidentially transmit your official transcripts and academic/financial records directly to the admissions office at CSU East Bay. This ensures a streamlined credit evaluation without the need for you to manually order additional official documents.
Step 5: Review your cost of attendance
Once you indicate interest, CSU East Bay expects to provide you with a clear, written explanation of your initial and projected cost of attendance.
Meet with CSU East Bay
Admissions contact
Jamee Robbins, Senior Program Coordinator
Call +1 510-885-4852 or text +1 510-884-2556
jamee.robbins@csueastbay.edu
Check back here for upcoming in-person and virtual events with CSU East Bay.