Admission & Aid

Occidental is a place that challenges, engages, and inspires you.

We are a nationally recognized liberal arts college in Los Angeles—one of the world’s most innovative and dynamic cities. As a small campus in a global city, Occidental combines intimate scale with infinite scope. An Occidental education encourages students to explore new places, cultures, and ideas, both in and out of the classroom. With a wide range of academic disciplines, distinct interdisciplinary programs, and an emphasis on research, Occidental cultivates the intellectual, social, and practical skills that will allow you to contribute meaningfully to the world.

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Take a Virtual Tour

Enjoy an engaging 360-degree tour of some of our favorite spots around campus. Hear directly from our tour guides as you explore a dynamic and immersive virtual campus tour.

Liberal Arts in Los Angeles

As America’s most culturally diverse city, known for fostering creativity and invention, Los Angeles provides Oxy students with a one-of-a-kind college experience. The city and its surroundings create infinite opportunities for learning and doing.

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A Distinctive Education

Oxy integrates the liberal arts and sciences with the intellectual resources of a global city. The result is a rigorous academic experience enhanced by a close-knit community of stellar faculty and engaged students.

Explore our majors & programs
The Core Program
Life at Oxy

 
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Our Residential Campus

Tucked between the evolving, eclectic neighborhoods of Eagle Rock and Highland Park, Oxy's location allows you to explore L.A. with a residential campus community as your home base.

Plan a visit
Explore our interactive map
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Costs & Financial Aid

Oxy is committed to meeting 100% of the demonstrated need of the students we admit. Our financial aid staff is dedicated to helping you and your family navigate the financial aid process.

Tuition & fees
Scholarships and grants
Understanding financial aid
Estimate your net costs

 
Contact Admission & Aid
Collins House

1600 Campus Road
Los Angeles, CA 90041