2018 – 2019 CATALOG Effective January 1, 2018 Version 2018.01.01 18618 Oxnard Street, Los Angeles, California 91356 | 818.345.8414 | columbiacollege.edu The information contained in this catalog is certified true and correct in content and policy at the time of publication. Any supplements and addenda, if applicable, become an integral part of this catalog as of their effective dates. WELCOME TO COLUMBIA COLLEGE HOLLYWOOD On behalf of our entire faculty and staff, I am privileged to welcome you to Columbia College Hollywood. For more than 60 years, Columbia College Hollywood has offered a unique education that fuses creative studies with liberal arts while providing the exposure to ideas, experiences, and technology that stimulate personal growth and individual artistic expression. In fact, we exist for one reason: to encourage and nurture the dreams of a diverse student body made up of individuals with a passion for the cinematic and creative media arts. As a Columbia College Hollywood student, you’ll build confidence, knowledge, and technical proficiency under the guidance of a faculty who share your love for film, television, new media, and the digital arts. As you work in teams to produce professional-quality work, you’ll forge friendships with other hardworking, motivated, and creative students. You’ll deepen your knowledge with a foundation of liberal arts and general education. We’re excited that you’ve chosen to continue your creative and academic journey at Columbia College Hollywood. I look forward to meeting you on campus. Bill Smith President & CEO Columbia College Hollywood TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT COLUMBIA COLLEGE HOLLYWOOD ........................................................... 1 Our Mission ............................................................................................................................................................................. 1 Our Purpose ............................................................................................................................................................................ 1 Our Philosophy ...................................................................................................................................................................... 1 Our Core Values .................................................................................................................................................................... 1 History ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 1 Location ................................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Accreditation ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Open House ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Campus Tours ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Commitment to Diversity ................................................................................................................................................. 2 Nondiscrimination Policy .................................................................................................................................................. 3 Disclosures ............................................................................................................................................................................. 3 Program & Policy Changes .............................................................................................................................................. 3 ADMISSIONS ........................................................................................................................... 4 Admission Policy .................................................................................................................................................................. 4 Application Deadlines ........................................................................................................................................................ 4 Admission Requirements .................................................................................................................................................. 5 Standardized Test Scores ................................................................................................................................................ 6 AP Calculus / AP Statistics .................................................................................................................................................................. 6 International Baccalaureate (IB) ........................................................................................................................................................ 7 Conditional Admissions ..................................................................................................................................................... 7 Admissions Appeals ........................................................................................................................................................... 7 Transfer Credit Policy ........................................................................................................................................................ 7 Transferability of Credits Notice ........................................................................................................................................................ 8 English Language Proficiency Requirement ............................................................................................................. 8 International Student Admissions ................................................................................................................................. 9 VA Educational Benefits Admissions ......................................................................................................................... 12 Re-Entry Policy ................................................................................................................................................................... 12 Document Integrity Policy ............................................................................................................................................. 13 Articulation Agreements ................................................................................................................................................ 13 FINANCIAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 14 Tuition AND FEES ............................................................................................................................................................. 14 Estimated Cost of Attendance ..................................................................................................................................... 14 Tuition Payments ............................................................................................................................................................... 15 Comparable Tuition Information ................................................................................................................................. 15 Housing .................................................................................................................................................................................. 15 Student Health Insurance ............................................................................................................................................... 16 Fee Schedule ....................................................................................................................................................................... 17 Financial Aid ........................................................................................................................................................................ 18 Veterans Educational Aid ............................................................................................................................................... 21 Financial Literacy ............................................................................................................................................................... 21 Entrance Counseling ........................................................................................................................................................ 21 Exit Counseling ................................................................................................................................................................... 21 REFUND POLICY ................................................................................................................ 23 Enrollment CancelLation Refunds .............................................................................................................................. 23 Withdrawal