What does it take to get into the art department? How hard is it?

Hi, I’m a freshman at American River College. And I’ve heard that CSULB has a really good graphic design program, but that all the departments are highly impacted. So, I was wondering how much would it take from my side to get into this school? Do I need a portfolio of my art/design works as well?

And here’s my information:

  • GPA 4.0
  • Honors Student
  • Phi Theta Kappa (Honors Society) Member
  • An International student

So… what do you think are my chances of getting in?