WHY PLATT COLLEGE SAN DIEGO?
Platt College San Diego, with a curriculum developed by Media Art professionals, programs are tailored specifically for the creative learner. One-class-at-a-time, small class sizes, inverted curriculum, and hands-on/project-based instruction, PCSD offers Degree programs that are designed to empower and generate an atmosphere of creative learning.
It's simply "Nerdvana".
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CELEBRATING 42+ YEARS
Established in 1980, Platt College San Diego, California is located in the heart of San Diego State University’s College District.
Family owned and operated, PCSD is the first and only accredited, degree-granting college that solely specializes in Graphic Design, Web Design/Development, 3D Character Modeling, and Digital Filmmaking/Special Effects within the greater San Diego area.
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The Boss Baby: Family Business, Trolls World Tour, Abominable, How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World, Trolls, Kung Fu Panda 3, How to Train Your Dragon 2, Turbo.
“As a character animator, I would not be here if it was not for everything I learned at PCSD.”


Godzilla, Captain America: Winter Soldier, Pacific Rim, Star Trek: Into Darkness, Iron Man 3, The Avengers, Transformers: Dark of the Moon.
“With the guidance of the great staff and faculty, not only did I find my calling in FX at Platt College SD, I also was able to study multiple digital media disciplines to broaden my skills beyond FX.”
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THE MANY BENEFITS OF PLATT COLLEGE SAN DIEGO

Small Class Sizes
You receive closer, one-on-one, and tailored instruction while developing deep and lasting relationships with your fellow classmates.

On Campus Classes
Hands on, project based instruction with a curriculum designed and taught by industry professionals.

Inverted Curriculum
You complete design / technical courses before general studies, utilizing your newly acquired skills within your professional and personal life sooner.

No Hidden Costs
No application, parking or monthly material fees.

Accelerated Programs
Associate's Degree in 16 months. Bachelor's Degree in under 3 years.

Target One Class
You complete your technical / design classes one at a time. Focusing your creative attention on your target.
Thor: Love & Thunder, The Witches, Extraction, Ford v Ferrari, Avengers: Infinity War, Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2., Doctor Strange, Captain America: Civil War.
“PCSD curriculum played a huge role in my career along with the career services department and my fellow classmates.”