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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

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)
  • Reef Residency

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

Life at CalArts

Career Services

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

Patty Disney Center for Life and Work

Campus Life

  • The CalArts Student Experience
  • Housing
  • Dining
  • City of Santa Clarita
  • Connecting to LA
  • Campus Safety
  • Graduation 2025

Student Services

  • Health and Well-being
  • Sexual Respect
  • Disability Services
  • International Student Support
  • Student Conduct
  • Parents and Families

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Your gift empowers the next generation of transformative artists. 

Give to CalArts

Alumni

Join our worldwide alumni community to grow personally and professionally with resources and support.

Get involved

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  • About CalArts
  • Mission and Values
  • Equity and Diversity (IDEA)
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Academic Calendar 2025-26

Academic Calendar

  1. Academic Calendar 2025-26
  2. Academic Calendar Archive
Fall 2025
April 28MondayFall 2025 mentoring/advising period begins
May 3SaturdayFall 2025 registration begins (continuing students)
August 2SaturdayFall registration begins (new students)
August 7ThursdayTuition payment deadline for Fall 2025
August 27WednesdayNew international student move-in
August 28-29Thursday- Friday

New international student orientation

August 30Saturday

New student move-in day

New student orientation convocation

August 31SundayReturning student move-in
September 1MondayLabor Day (Institute closed)
September 1–5Monday–Friday New student orientation
September 4ThursdayFall 2025 mentoring/advising period ends
September 8MondayFall 2025 classes begin/start of fall semester
September 8–19 Monday–FridayFall add/drop period 
October 13MondayIndigenous People’s Day (Institute closed)
November 14FridayDeadline for course withdrawals with “W” on transcript
November 27–28Thursday–FridayFall Break (Institute closed)
December 1MondayWinter Session and Spring 2026 mentoring/advising period begins
December 6SaturdayWinter Session and Spring 2026 registration opens
December 12FridayTuition payment deadline for Winter Session and Spring 2026.
December 14SundayFall 2025 semester classes end
December 22MondayFall 2025 grades due 
December 15–January 11Monday–SundayWinter Break
Spring 2026 - Winter Session
January 7WednesdayNew Student Orientation and move-in
January 12MondayWinter Session 2026 classes begin. Winter Session is part of the spring academic term.
January 12–January 16 Monday–FridayWinter Session add/drop period
January 19MondayMartin Luther King, Jr. Day (Institute closed)
January 23FridayWinter Session 2026 Classes End
January 30FridayWinter Session 2026 grades due
Spring 2026
January 8ThursdaySpring 2026 mentoring/advising period ends
January 26MondaySpring 2026 classes begin/start of spring semester
January 26–February 6Monday–Friday Spring 2026 add/drop period 
February 16MondayPresident’s Day (Institute closed) 
March 28–April 5Saturday–SundaySpring Break 2026
March 31TuesdayCesar Chavez Day (Institute closed)
April 10FridayDeadline for course withdrawals with “W” on transcript
April 27MondayFall 2026 mentoring/advising period begins
May 2SaturdayFall 2026 registration begins (continuing students)
May 10SundaySpring 2026 classes end
May 11–May 15Monday–Friday Métier review/presentation week
May 15FridayGraduation ceremony
May 19TuesdaySummer 2026 payment deadline
May 22Friday

Spring 2026 grades due 

2025-2026 graduation reviews due  

May 25MondayMemorial Day (Institute closed)
May 30Saturday2025-2026 mentor reports due
Summer 2026
April 6–May 15Monday–FridaySummer Session 2026 registration period
May 19TuesdaySummer 2026 tuition payment deadline
June 1MondaySummer Session 2026 classes begin.
June 5FridaySummer Session 2026 drop period ends.
June 19FridayJuneteenth (Institute closed)
June 26FridayDeadline for course withdrawals (”W” on transcript)
July 3FridayIndependence Day observed (Institute closed)
August 7FridaySummer Session 2026 classes end
August 10MondaySummer Session 2026 grades due 

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