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A vibrant, small liberal arts college experience in the heart of Los Angeles, one of the most stimulating and creative cities in the world. That’s something you won’t find anywhere else. Take a Virtual Tour
Occidental College (informally Oxy) is a private liberal arts college in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1887 as a coeducational college by clergy and members of the Presbyterian Church , it became non-sectarian in 1910.
Occidental offers a transformational liberal arts education with a distinct approach that is anchored by our exceptional faculty and the resources of one of the world’s great urban centers. Our rigorous curriculum produces graduates who are well-equipped to address society’s biggest challenges—globally minded thinkers who draw from ...
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Visit your Application Portal. Review Application Requirements. Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination at Occidental College: Occidental College does not discriminate against applicants because of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, pregnancy, marital ...
Situated on a 120-acre residential campus eight miles from downtown Los Angeles, Occidental College fully integrates the liberal arts and sciences with the cultural and intellectual resources of a global city.
Students for whom Occidental is their first-choice college may apply under one of two binding Early Decision (ED) programs. ED I applications are due November 15, with decisions mailed within 4-5 weeks, and ED II applications are due January 1, with decisions also mailed within 4-5 weeks.