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

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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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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
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Payment and Refund Deadlines

2024-25 Academic Year

Tuition

  1. Tuition and Fees
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  3. Payment and Refund Deadlines
2025 Summer Deadlines
May 20TuesdaySummer 2025 tuition payment deadline
June 1SundayDeadline to drop summer courses with 100% refund.
June 3TuesdayDeadline to drop summer courses with 75% refund.
June 5ThursdayDeadline to drop summer courses with 50% refund.
June 6FridaySummer Session 2025 drop period ends. Deadline to drop summer courses with 25% refund.

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2025-26 Academic Year Deadlines
July 1TuesdayPayment period begins: Tuition statements are available online.
August 7ThursdayTuition Payment Deadline - After this date your account will be placed on a registration hold and assessed a $200.00 late fee.
August 14ThursdayStudents with unpaid balances will be withdrawn from courses and removed from housing assignments (if applicable).
September 12FridayStudents withdrawn from the institute.
November 3MondaySpring 2026 tuition statements published online and payment period begins
December 12FridayTuition payment deadline for spring 2025. After this date your account will be placed on a registration hold and assessed a $200.00 late fee.
January 16FridayStudents dropped from spring 2025 classes for unpaid balances

Tuition Refund Policy (fall and spring only)

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2026 Summer Deadlines
May 19TuesdaySummer 2026 tuition payment deadline
May 31SundayDeadline to drop summer courses with 100% refund.
June 2TuesdayDeadline to drop summer courses with 75% refund.
June 4ThursdayDeadline to drop summer courses with 50% refund.
June 5FridaySummer Session 2026 drop period ends. Deadline to drop summer courses with 25% refund.

Contact Accounting

Office hours
Spring and fall semesters: Monday–Friday from 9 am–4 pm
Summer: Monday–Thursday from 9 am–12 pm, 1-4pm, Closed Fridays

Email: accounting@calarts.edu
Phone number: 661-253-7847
Room number: F201D

This is the contact for tuition and student billing only, for Accounts Payable please email accountspayable@calarts.edu.

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