What makes studying in Los Angeles different? Students in ASU’s fashion, film and game programs learn in an immersive creative environment that extends beyond the classroom and into one of the world’s leading creative communities. They learn from faculty who are experts in the industries they teach, design and launch brands, produce fashion shows, create festival-ready films, and study game design in a city with a thriving independent game industry- all while earning an ASU degree that prepares them to turn their creative ambitions into a career.
Direct access
Select a program to explore the resources and opportunities waiting for you in Downtown LA
Fashion
ASU FIDM Museum and Fashion Library
Study iconic collections, Oscar-nominated costumes, trend forecasting resources and one of the largest fashion library collections on the West Coast.
LA Fashion District and manufacturer access
Source textiles, visit manufacturers, explore showrooms and gain exposure to the production process from concept to creation.
Professional trend forecasting and design tools
Work with industry-standard design technology, including a multimillion dollar textile testing lab that helps you analyze fabrics, materials and garment performance. You’ll also have access to forecasting tools to analyze trends, color stories and emerging consumer shifts.
Digital fashion design software
Used to create technical flats, product specifications, digital illustrations and production-ready design packages.
Fashion design studios
Equipped with industrial sewing machines and professional-grade equipment, this is where you'll develop collections, refine construction techniques and build industry-relevant technical skills.
Creative neighborhoods
Steps from the Fashion District, Arts District, Erewhon and the California Center Market Center.
Film
Los Angeles Center Studios
Train on professional sound stages, backlots and active production facilities used for major film, TV and streaming projects. Learn how to operate grip and electrical equipment as well as build sets, including high-end camera operation from companies like Red, Blackmagic Design and Arri.
Virtual production and Hollywood-level technology
A state-of-the-art virtual production stage with large LED walls using the Epic Games Unreal Engine — the same technology used in major productions such as “Dune” and “The Mandalorian.”
Industry-grade editing studios
Used for film, color and voiceover work to gain hands-on postproduction experience, including access to motion capture programs like the Captury markerless mocap system.
Access to the latest emerging media technologies
Discover virtual reality, virtual production, mixed reality, gaussian splats and generative AI, shaping the future of film and digital storytelling.
Guest speakers and internships
Visiting directors, writers and producers teach you how things actually work, not just theory. Connect with directors, producers and studios while building experience in one of the world's largest entertainment hubs.
Downtown LA as your backlot
Immediate access to diverse locations right outside the classroom, including the Arts District, Erewhon and the California Market Center.
Games
Direct access to LA's gaming industry
Study near nearly 200 game companies in Los Angeles County. Plus, a thriving indie scene connected to IndieCade.
Leadership and mentorship from industry figures
Led by Stephanie Barish, an award-winning producer. Expect portfolio reviews, guest speakers and feedback from people who actually hire.
Cross-creative collaboration
This is a close-knit creative community with true collaboration and one-on-one faculty interaction. The connections you build with students across games, film, fashion, and narrative and emerging media will grow naturally into the creative network you'll rely on in your career.
Access to the latest emerging media technologies
Discover virtual reality, virtual production, mixed reality, gaussian splats and generative AI, shaping the future of film and digital storytelling.
A front-row seat to LA's creative ecosystem
You'll find game studios, film productions, animation houses and digital media companies, all within reach.
Career prep that isn't one-lane
Train for roles like indie studio founder, producer, game director or project manager — and have enough flexibility to jump into other creative fields, including film, interactive media and ed tech.
The LA advantage: A city that connects your degree to your career
Explore ASU’s downtown Los Angeles degree programs that connect industry and experiences that are designed to launch your creative career. Study in a global hub for fashion, film, game development and entertainment, where leading studios, brands, creators and emerging industries shape what’s next.
Your guide to studying fashion in DTLA
The vibe
ASU FIDM, in the heart of Fashion District, features industry-grade fashion design studios; computer labs with the latest fashion design software; a multi-million dollar textile testing lab; a one-of-a-kind fashion library; and the ASU FIDM Museum, home to more than 15,000 archival garments from the 14th century to the present.
Degrees
Opportunities to engage and network
Opportunities include industry events, internships and networking connections. Plus, working on real-client projects that help to build a portfolio.
In addition, students get access to professional-level studios and specialty labs where they can design, sew, dye and build real garments. Students also have access to the West Coast’s largest fashion library and the ASU FIDM Museum at their fingertips for inspiration and research.
Career outcomes
- Curator
- Fabric designer
- Fashion designer
- Apparel designer
- Product developer
- Marketing researcher
- Merchandise display designer
- Supply chain manager
- Fashion business analyst
- Textile and apparel production manager
Your guide to studying film in DTLA
The vibe
The ASU California Center features state-of-the-art virtual production technology, large green screens and professional equipment. Located in downtown Los Angeles — an international hub for entertainment and media — the ASU California Center offers students in The Sidney Poitier New American Film School direct access to major studios, creative agencies and production houses.
Degrees
Opportunities to engage and network
Opportunities include film screenings, industry events, internships and networking connections that prepare students to thrive in the creative industries.
In addition, students gain practical training at Los Angeles Center Studios, a 20-acre professional film production campus where classroom learning is integrated with on-site creative practice.
Explore the Poitier Film School
Career outcomes
- Animator
- Visual effects artist
- Media editor
- Professional videographer
- Development executive
- Showrunner
- Talent agent
Your guide to studying games in DTLA
The vibe
The new BS in game studio production program places you in one of the world’s densest ecosystems for game development, film production, animation and digital media. You’ll get one-on-one faculty mentorship and build collaborative relationships with your peers.
Degrees
Opportunities to engage and network
You will be immersed in the games industry. More than 40% of U.S. video game industry jobs are located in California, with about 200 game companies in Los Angeles County alone — alongside a thriving independent scene anchored by IndieCade — placing ASU students in direct proximity to the industry.
IndieCade founder Stephanie Barish leads the LA-based program and brings her decades-long experience in the gaming industry, plus her industry connections, into the classroom through portfolio reviews, guest lectures and more. Beyond the gaming industry, you’ll also have access to exclusive film and fashion events such as screenings and talkbacks with Hollywood filmmakers.
Career outcomes
- Indie studio founder
- Game director
- Producer
- Project manager
- Level designer
- UX designer
- Software developer
- Creative director
- Animator
Learn from industry-connected faculty in Los Angeles
Meet the experts behind your degree program
Fashion
Film
Games
Miguel Barragan
Assistant program director and clinical assistant professor
Brings 20 years of fashion experience as a senior designer, creative director and entrepreneur. His expertise spans design, technology and business, inspiring future talent. This semester he's teaching Profession Practices for Fashion, a guest speaker series course.
Deborah Young
Clinical assistant professor
Serves as a textiles legal consultant and expert witness in design and copyright cases representing brands such as Nordstrom, Target, Amazon, Adidas and Walmart. She leads the ASU FIDM Textile Testing Lab, one of only a few industry-leading calibrated textile testing labs at a fashion school.
Elisabeth Hinckley
Assistant teaching professor
An accomplished marketing executive with communications, content marketing, public relations, branding and social media expertise and an established record of advising fashion and accessory brands. Her courses this semester include Social Aspects of Fashion and Fashion Branding Strategies.
Peter Murrieta
Interim associate dean, deputy director and Professor of Practice
A recipient of the Imagen Foundation's Norman Lear Writer's Award, and a multiple Emmy-winner known for series like Netflix's "Mr. Iglesias" and Disney's "Wizards of Waverly Place." This semester his classes include Scripts in Progress, Arnaz to Rodriguez: The Evolution of Storytelling and more.
Deborah Seibel
Clinical assistant professor
A Peabody and Emmy Award-winning journalist and screenwriter. In 2010, she was awarded a USC Annenberg Fellowship to receive her master's degree in specialized journalism/the arts. This semester she is teaching Writing the Short Film, Principles of Screenwriting and leading individualized instruction classes.
Andres Torres-Vives
Clinical associate professor
An award-winning filmmaker and visual artist. A Fulbright and Jacob K. Javits Fellow, his work has garnered significant awards from the National Endowment for the Arts and the California Arts Council. He has aired work for the BBC, PRI and KCET Los Angeles. His courses include Development Filmmaker's Career, Short Film Production and more.
Stephanie Barish
Program lead, game studio production
Founder of IndieCade, the leading international festival of independent games, dubbed "the Sundance of the Video Game Industry" by the Los Angeles Times. Barish is an award-winning producer and prominent figure in games, digital media and interactive arts, and in 2013, CNN named her one of the top 10 most powerful women in gaming.
Pavan Turaga
Founding director, The GAME School
Leading transdisciplinary programs across gaming, esports, immersive media and AI-driven creation. Teaches courses such as Machine Learning for Media Arts, Machine Vision and AI in Game Development. Founder of the Geometric Media Lab, which advances research in computer vision, machine learning, immersive technologies and the arts through broad interdisciplinary collaboration.
Meet graduates making their mark in the industry
See how ASU graduates are using their education, experiences and connections to build careers in the industries they studied.
ASU FIDM fashion design graduate Eryn E. built her foundation through hands-on technical training, immersive study abroad experiences in Italy and direct industry exposure Los Angeles. Along the way, she gained access to opportunities like having work published in an Italian magazine. Surrounded by a supportive creative community and professional mentors, she received strong scholarship support and developed skills and confidence connections that prepared her for a career in fashion.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in film and media production graduate Cooper G. moved from Illinois to Los Angeles to pursue his dream of working in film. While completing his degree at The Sidney Poitier New American Film School, he gained professional experience as a grip, electrician and sound mixer on film sets, building industry skills, credits and connections.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in film and media production graduate Gavin G. spent a semester in Los Angeles through The Sidney Poitier New American Film School, where he immersed himself in the film industry. During his time in LA, he interned, worked on film projects, attended screenings and industry events, and built professional connections that continue to support his path toward a career in cinematography after graduation.
Tuition and financial aid
College costs and financial aid can vary by student type. Determine your student type below to get a more detailed look at what your costs and aid may look like.
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Students are considered for merit-based scholarships upon admission to the university.
Arizona residents attending the ASU California Center in Los Angeles pay the same Arizona resident tuition as they would at a metro Phoenix campus. Scholarships can be applied. Learn more about these costs and the scholarships available.
ASU’s tuition for eligible California students attending in person at the ASU California Center in Los Angeles is equivalent to the University of California's in-state tuition. Undergraduate tuition is $15,588 and graduate tuition is $15,066. Scholarships can be applied to the base tuition rate.
The following students are eligible for this rate:
- Students graduating from a California high school or GED and attending the ASU California Center in Los Angeles immediately following graduation.
The following students may also be eligible:
- Students who have attended or graduated from a postsecondary institution in California and graduated from a California high school or GED.
- Students who attended postsecondary institutions outside of California as a nonresident student and graduated with a California high school degree or GED.
Students who are currently living in California and have done so continuously for 12 months or more.
To see a more detailed estimate of both tuition and scholarships, please use the tuition calculator and scholarship estimator and select "ASU California Centers - California Student" from the residency status dropdown.
ASU’s tuition for out-of-state students (not eligible for the Arizona or California tuition rates) attending in person at the ASU California Center in Los Angeles is $25,000 for both undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Scholarships can be applied to the base tuition rate.
To see a more detailed estimate of both tuition and scholarships, please use the tuition calculator and scholarship estimator and select "ASU California Centers - Nonresident Student" from the residency status dropdown.
Students attending on an F-1 or J-1 visa at the ASU California Center in Los Angeles are charged ASU's international tuition rate.