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While the foundation of a CalArts education is rooted in rigorous artmaking, critical thinking, and faculty mentorship, there’s a little magic that happens in our multidisciplinary environment that sets us apart from our peers
- Programs and Degrees - CalArts
CalArts offers comprehensive degree programs in the visual, performing, media, and literary arts Programs are optimized for a new kind of artist: One who goes beyond mere aesthetics and expertise and one who thinks about the way their practice engages with the world at large
- School of Art | CalArts
Rigorous critique, fluent discourse, and cross-genre collaboration are hallmarks of CalArts’ graduate programs, where you’ll build the creative network and individual practice to sustain your life’s work
- About CalArts | CalArts
Founded in 1961 by Walt Disney and his brother Roy, CalArts offers comprehensive degree programs across the full range of the visual, performing, media, and literary arts through its six schools Admission is decided primarily on artistic merit and creative promise
- Tuition and Fees - CalArts
Tuition All CalArts tuition rates increase annually The annual increase is typically 4%-5%, including for the second, low-residency year of the MA program View payment and refund deadlines
- Application Process - CalArts
Start the process of applying to CalArts by creating an application account This step registers your interest in CalArts and allows us to send communication about your application-in-progress
- Plan a Visit | CalArts
Located 30 miles north of downtown Los Angeles, CalArts occupies 60 acres on hills overlooking the City of Santa Clarita, which encompasses the towns of Valencia, Newhall, Saugus, and Canyon Country
- -- Office of Admissions | CalArts
Happy Holidays from CalArts! The campus will be closed for winter break from Dec 24 to Jan 2, 2026 We will resume normal operations on Monday, Jan 5, 2026
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