ADMISSIONS
LACHSA | APPLY
ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS
Thank you for your interest in applying to the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts! Students seeking a chance to be a part of our nationally recognized program should review the general information on this page regarding our audition process. For more detailed information about the admission requirements, please use the links on this page to view the application process for each department.
Accepting Applications:
Oct 15, 2024 - Jan 17, 2025
In addition to the online application, each art department has specific admission requirements. Use the links on this page to view the specific department requirements.
ADMISSION
LINKS
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Submit a completed online application by early January​​​ (You may submit up to two separate applications for two departments).
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Completion of department requirements.
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Applicant must be a rising 9th or 10th grade in the upcoming school year.
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2.0 GPA or higher for Fall 2024 grading period.
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Applicants must be resident of LA County when they apply and registered in LA County school when they audition.
OVERVIEW OF TIMELINE
OCTOBER 2024 - JANUARY 2025
Online applications are open
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OCTOBER 2024 - DECEMBER 2024
Tours, Panels & Seminars; Online & In-Person
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JANUARY - FEBRUARY 2025
Auditions and Portfolio Reviews (invite only)
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MARCH 2025
Decision letters are emailed
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OVERVIEW | APPLICATION PROCESS
STEP ONE
Fully complete and submit thee online application including the student's grades for the 2024-25 school year by the date listed above.
STEP TWO
Prepare for your audition. Prepare and upload your pre-screen video or portfolio following department guidelines.
STEP THREE
Come to your audition. Please check the audition requirements and date/s for the department you are auditioning.
Please read our FAQs below if you have any additional questions. Should you not find your question below, please reach us at lachsa_admissions@lacoe.edu. For department-specific questions, please email the respective arts chair. All information is subject to change. Please visit the site regularly for updates.
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