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The CalArts Way

Learn about our approach to the full development of the creative abilities of visual and performing artists.

How We Work

Programs of Study

Explore our unique undergraduate and graduate degree programs and specializations from our six world-renowned Schools.

Find a Program

CalArts Schools

  • Art
  • Critical Studies
  • Dance
  • Film/Video
  • Music
  • Theater
  • Extended Studies
  • NEW Creative Computing

Academic Resources

  • Academic Calendar
  • Library
  • Academic Catalog
  • Registrar
  • Academic Support
  • Provost's Office
  • Performance and Exhibition Spaces

Beyond Campus

  • REDCAT
  • Community Arts Partnership (CAP)
  • Center for New Performance (CNP)
  • CalArts at The Reef

Admissions & Aid

Why CalArts?

Start your CalArts journey by learning more about our vibrant community.

What sets us apart

Admissions

  • Application Process
  • Admission Requirements
  • International Applicants
  • Transfer Applicants
  • Veterans
  • Accepted Students
  • FAQs

Tuition

  • Tuition and Fees
  • Payment Options
  • Payment and Refund Deadlines

Financial Aid

  • Financial Aid Basics
  • Aid for Undergraduate Students
  • Aid for Graduate Students
  • Aid for International Students

Visits and Events

  • Campus Tours and Information Sessions
  • Open Houses
  • Regional Events
  • Meet Our Counselors

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Career Services

Explore our holistic approach to creative career development with workshops, advising, and networking opportunities.

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Higher Education Pursued

Graduate and professional programs enrolled in by CalArts’ bachelor’s graduates

Upon graduating from a four-year degree program at CalArts, some graduates choose to pursue further education at the graduate/professional level. We have collated below a list of universities where our alumni (graduated in spring 2022 and 2023 respectively, noted below) choose to pursue higher education.

2022 graduate schools:

California Institute of the Arts
Academy of Art University
Springfield Technical Community College
Columbia University
University of Southern California
New York University
University of North Texas
University of California, Santa Cruz
Southern New Hampshire
Indiana University Bloomington
Duke University

2023 graduate schools:
California Institute of the Arts
University of Southern California
Weber State University
California Institute of the Arts
Johns Hopkins University - Peabody Conservatory of Music
University of Miami
University of California, Santa Barbara
Liberty University
 

*Notes:

• Student cohort: Students graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Spring 2022 and Spring 2023.

• Methodology: Enrollments of this student cohort in graduate and professional programs were queried from the National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) using the following search dates:

  • The query was submitted to the NSC on Oct. 1, 2023 and files were received from them on Oct. 10, 2023. This list represents enrollment at institutions after graduation from CalArts.
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