California Institute of the Arts

Student performers on stage bowing during curtain call while confetti rains down on them.

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

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

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
  • Other Student Affairs

    Weekly Club Meeting.

    Sun, Nov 17 / 4:00 PM - Sun, Dec 8 / 5:30 PM

    CalArts Campus

  • Performance School of Music

    Graduation recital featuring original compositions with piano, electronics, and group improvisation.

    Mon, Dec 2 / 8:00 PM

    CalArts Campus

  • Screening REDCAT

    Razan AlSalah, Udval Altangerel, Riar Rizaldi, Anoushka Mirchandani, Alisha Tejpal, Mireya Martinez

    Mon, Dec 2 / 8:00 PM

    REDCAT

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