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California Institute of the Arts

California Institute of the Arts

CalArts is a multi-disciplinary community of artists

Through artistic practice, we transform ourselves, each other, and the world.

  • Top 5 Fine Arts Schools

    U.S. News and World Report

  • #1 Student Fulbright producer

    Among four-year special-focus institutions

  • Top 25 Best art and design university in the world

    QS world university rankings

Here on our campus, pedagogy meets pixie dust.

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. 

The CalArts Way

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The CalArts student experience

Our inclusive community has a nearly indescribable energy, drawing from the vibrant interpersonal creative exchanges among students and faculty.

Dancers perform during Latin Fest in CalArts Main Gallery

Events

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  • Other Institute

    Featuring interdisciplinary creative work from more than 400 CalArts artists representing the Schools of Art…

    Tue, May 13 / 2:00 PM - 11:55 PM

    CalArts Campus

  • Performance School of Dance

    Meet the next generation of dance artists at this year’s CalArts Spring Dance program. Read\u2026

    Tue, May 13 / 8:30 PM - Wed, May 14 / 10:30 PM

    REDCAT

  • Workshop School of Music

    Concert of the Experimental Music Workshop with premieres of 14 new works by CalArts composers.

    Wed, May 14 / 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

    CalArts Campus

CalArts beyond campus

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Check out our programs, discover life on- and off-campus, and view a guide on applying to CalArts.

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