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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

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    • REDCAT
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Academics

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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Giving

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

Institute

  • About CalArts
  • Mission and Values
  • Equity and Diversity (IDEA)
  • Leadership
  • History

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Housing for International Students

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International Applicants

  1. New International Student Info
  2. Immigration Document for Visa Process
  3. English Language Learning Programs
  4. Housing

On-Campus Housing

We strongly advise international students to apply for on-campus housing as soon as possible. If you apply late you may be put on the wait list.

Contact Residential Life

Email: reslife@calarts.edu
Phone number: 661-253-7897
Room number: Chouinard, 101

Off-Campus housing options and ways to find housing

CalArts is not affiliated with the companies/groups in this list. We cannot recommend or not-recommend any of the services. Please use the list as a reference and use your good judgement to find housing that fits your need.

Homestay

The students contract with a company, which places them with a family where they may rent a room. Some could also include meals. Some has airport pick up services with a fee.Students benefit from such arrangement at first, then they may choose to move out and find a different accommodations in the next semester. 

  • Andy’s Homestay International
    homestayscv@yahoo.com
    (661) 644-9446
  • PRM Homestay Services
    premium@prmhomestay.com
    (661) 476-6502 

Apartments

Renting a whole apartment or a room from a condominium or townhouse is another possibility. There are several apartment complexes very close to CalArts. Some are within walking distance, but keep in mind that Santa Clarita city blocks can be large and locations are a bit more spread out. Public transportation is available and bicycle lanes make it easier and safer to travel.

Nearby apartment complexes

  • Artisan Oaks (0.5 miles)
    (661) 367-8102
  • Valencia Villa Apartments (0.5 miles)
    (661) 964-4494
  • Valencia Lakeshore: (0.6 miles)
    (661) 222-9719
  • Parc Chateaux Apartment Homes: (1.1 miles) 
    (661) 669-8245
  • IMT Stevenson Ranch: (1.3 miles) 
    (661) 384-8547
  • StoneCreek Apartment Homes (1.4 miles) 
    (661) 690-7202
  • Portofino Apartments (1.6 miles) 
    (661) 425-9807
  • Montecito Apartments (2.2) miles 
    (661) 290-2882
  • Promenade at Town Center Apartments (2.7 miles) 
    (661) 425-9439

Other housing search websites

  • http://losangeles.craigslist.org/
  • http://www.myapartmentmap.com/apartments/ca/
  • https://livelovely.com/apartments-for-rent/los-angeles-ca
  • http://www.zillow.com/santa-clarita-ca/rentals/
  • https://www.zumper.com/apartments-for-rent/near-college-of-the-canyons-ca
  • https://www.apartmentlist.com/ca/santa-clarita
  • https://www.westsiderentals.com

Property rental companies

  • https://www.pacapartments.com
  • https://pmprollc.com
  • https://californialeasing.com
  • https://scvhomerentals.com
  • https://www.valleywideleasing.com
  • http://allvalleyleasing.com
  • https://rentsourcecorp.com

Hotels in Valencia

  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites
    27501 Wayne Mills Pl, Valencia, CA 91355
    (661) 284-2101
  • Residence Inn by Marriott
    25320 The Old Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91381
    (661) 290-2800
  • La Quinta Inn & Suites
    25201 The Old Rd, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
    (661) 286-1111
  • Hyatt Regency
    24500 Town Center Dr, Valencia, CA 91355
    (661) 799-1234
  • Comfort Suites
    25380 The Old Rd, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
    (661) 505-6397
  • Extended Stay America
    24940 Pico Canyon Rd, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
    (661) 255-1044
  • Hilton Garden Inn
    27710 The Old Rd, Valencia, CA 91355
    (661) 254-8800
  • Fairfield Inn by Marriott
    25340 The Old Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91381
    (661) 290-2828
  • Hampton Inn
    25259 The Old Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91381
    (661) 253-2400
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