The California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) is a world-renowned university dedicated to the development and presentation of innovative and creative art forms. Established in 1961, it has grown to become one of the top institutions of higher learning for the study of art and design in the world, offering interdisciplinary programs for students of all levels. As the first art-centered university to offer both undergraduate and graduate degree programs, CalArts encourages creative collaboration, experimentation and exploration in all disciplines. With an outstanding faculty and alumni that include pioneers in their respective fields, CalArts is situated to foster the next generation of amazing artists, designers, and thinkers.
- Address: 24700 W McBean Pky, Valencia, CA 91355-2397
- Phone: (661) 255-1050
- Website: https://www.calarts.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 1,166
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 5 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $70
- Selectivity: Very Selective
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $53,466 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Room & Board | $16,000 |
| Other | $7,656 |
| Total Cost | $78,122 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 27%
- SAT Range: 0 – 0
- ACT Range: 0 – 0
Majors
- Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
- Acting
- Fine/Studio Arts, General
- Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
- Music Theory and Composition
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: #N/A
- Part-time: #N/A
Student Gender
- Male: 46%
- Female: 54%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 7%
- Black or African American: 5%
- Hispanic / Latino: 13%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 38%
- Two or More Races: 6%
- Unknown: 4%
- Non-resident Alien: 27%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: #N/A
- 25 and Over: #N/A
- Age Unknown: #N/A
Student Residence
- In-State: 34%
- Out-of-State: 66%
- Unknown: 0%