It is with deep regret and a heavy heart that we share the news that ICON Collective will be permanently closed as of May 29. ICON has faced financial circumstances that require a prompt closure to protect the refunds and tuition payments potentially due to students. This decision has not come easily. Like so many of you, we’ve invested our hearts, our passion, and our purpose into building a creative space where artists could grow and thrive. We are truly sorry for the disruption this causes to your educational journey.
Find answers to questions you may have below:
Letter to Students
Dear ICON Students,
We want to speak to you directly and personally about the school’s sudden closure, and offer some transparency and context during what I know is a confusing and emotional moment.
First, we want to say how deeply sorry we are. We know this news came as a shock, and you deserve to understand how and why this happened.
This past week, an unexpected and devastating development occurred: the U.S. State Department halted visa interviews for international students. This created an immediate and significant impact on our projected enrollment so severe that it made it impossible to continue operations without putting refund obligations and student interests at risk. That was a gamble we were not willing to take.
We made the decision to close ICON not out of defeat, but out of responsibility. Continuing to operate without the ability to meet commitments to students would have caused greater harm. This path, though heartbreaking, was the only way to ensure a responsible wind-down.
We understand this brings uncertainty for you. Please know that we are working to ensure students receive clear guidance on refunds, transcripts, and teach-out options. Updates will be posted on this page so check back regularly. It's going to take a few days to provide the State with all your info including the refunds due to you so they can process your accounts. We will update a timeline in the FAQ below as we complete the process. You have up to 4 years to claim your refunds if one is due.
ICON was never just a school, it was, and always will be, a collective of artists, creatives, and heroes. That spirit lives on in all of us. The collective isn’t defined by walls or buildings, it’s defined by the passion we’ve shared and the community we’ve created. We are incredibly proud of what we built together, and we thank you for carrying that legacy forward in your own work and journey.
Thank you for being part of this journey. It has meant everything to us and the family we call ICON Collective.
With deep respect and appreciation,
ICON Collective
How do I continue my education?
For those in the Music Production program, and Music Business Program and Onine Programs, Musicians Institute has agreed to accept credits and teachouts for current applied/enrolled students.
Also, California College of Music in Pasadena has agreed to accept credits from Icon Collective students for comparable Music Production programs at California College of Music.
Like Icon, both schools are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and can issue I-20’s for international students.
CONTACT
Musicians Institute:
6752 Hollywood Boulevard
Hollywood, CA 90028
866-383-0468
323-462-1384
and contact info is as follows:
info@ccmla.edu
626-577-1751
42 S. Catalina Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
For more detail see the teach out agreement here
Can I still finish my program this quarter?
No. As of May 29th, ICON Collective has officially ceased operations. This means there will be no continued instruction, mentorship, or self-study options available through ICON. Students will have access to their course materials for one additional week to download any files, projects, or reference materials they wish to keep. After that, access will be permanently disabled.
Will I receive any kind of certificate or transcript for the work I’ve completed so far?
Yes. ICON will provide transcripts that reflect the coursework you’ve completed up to this point. Please email records@iconcollective.edu for fulfilling transcript requests.
Will I receive a tuition refund?
If you prepaid for instruction that will no longer be delivered (such as the remainder of Spring Quarter, Summer Quarter, or Fall Quarter), you may Contact the Office of Student Assistance and Releif
The Office of Student Assistance and Relief (OSAR) provides individualized assistance to California residents selecting a private college, and it counsels California students as they navigate their financial and academic future following the closure of the private college they attended. OSAR also helps students identify, obtain, complete, and submit financial relief documents.
https://osar.bppe.ca.gov/student_assistance.shtml
Student Relief Office (general support): 888-370-7589 (Option 5)
Here are some helpful videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkKH5nCqd3k
Will any student services or educational activities remain active?
No. All academic platforms are being discontinued.
Who can I contact with additional questions?
While the ICON team is no longer actively operating, students may reach out to info@iconcollective.edu with general questions. However, response times may be delayed, and no long-term communication or ongoing support is guaranteed.
Notice to I-20 International Students
Dear International Students,
As you may have seen, you were sent a previous message informing you of the unexpected, permanent closure on May 29 of Icon Collective. Please see that message for more details.
As you are international students on an F-1 visa, you have 15 days in which to do one of the following:
Transfer to another school.
Depart the country.
Apply for a change to another nonimmigrant status, such as a B2 Visitor, while you continue to work on acceptance to another school.
Please contact records@iconcollective.edu for any further information
Musicians Institute and California College of Music in Pasadena has agreed to accept credits from Icon Collective students for a comparable Music Production program at California College of Music. Like Icon, they are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and can issue I-20’s for international students. Their school website is ccmla.edu and contact info is as follows:
Musicians Institute- mi.edu
NASM accredited
6752 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, CA 90028
866-383-0468
323-462-1384
admissions@mi.edu
California College of Music
info@ccmla.edu
626-577-1751
42 S. Catalina Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
Other schools within Los Angeles area with with I-20 eligibility and similar programs to those of Icon:
Los Angeles Film School
ACCSC accredited
6363 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028
323-860-0789
This list is not comprehensive and eligibility for transfer of credits is determined by the individual institutions.
Notice of NASM Accreditation Revocation
Effective July 15, 2025, our institution’s accreditation with the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) will be formally revoked.
This notification is provided in accordance with the NASM Handbook 2024–25, Rules of Practice and Procedure, Part II, Article XI, Section 2.C, which requires institutions to notify current and prospective students of such actions within seven business days of receiving official notice. We are also fulfilling the requirements under 34 CFR §602.26(c) of the U.S. Department of Education, which mandates timely public disclosure of adverse accreditation actions.
The revocation of NASM accreditation was decided following review and action by the appropriate accrediting Commission. While this decision marks the end of our accredited status with NASM, please be assured that we remain committed to supporting you through this transition.
Assistance and guidance for currently enrolled students—including information on academic continuity, transfer options, and teach outs—is available at www.iconcollective.com/closure.
ICON Collective
