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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
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    • Film/Video
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    • Theater
    • Extended Studies

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    • Academic Support
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    Beyond Campus

    • REDCAT
    • Community Arts Partnership (CAP)
    • Center for New Performance (CNP)
    • Reef Residency
  • Why CalArts?

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

    What sets us apart

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    • Application Process
    • Admission Requirements
    • International Applicants
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    • Veterans
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    • FAQs

    Tuition

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    • Payment Options
    • Payment and Refund Deadlines

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    • Open Houses
    • Regional Events
    • Meet Our Counselors
  • Career Services

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

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    • Housing
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    • Connecting to LA
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    • Sexual Respect
    • Disability Services
    • International Student Support
    • Student Conduct
    • Parents and Families
  • Giving

    Your gift empowers the next generation of transformative artists. 

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    Alumni

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

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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

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

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

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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Admissions and Aid

Visits and Events

  1. Campus Tours and Information Sessions
  2. Open Houses
  3. Regional Events
  4. Meet Our Counselors

Our admissions counselors are here to navigate you through the application process and help you showcase your unique talents effectively. Meet the team committed to fostering the next generation of CalArtians.

  • Rodrigo Arruda

    Enrollment Management;
    Assistant Director of Admissions, School of Art
    Email address: rarruda@calarts.edu
    Phone number: 661-253-7774
    Room number: F303
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    Rodrigo Arrudas Headshot
  • Rose Andersen

    Enrollment Management;
    Associate Director of Admissions;
    School of Critical Studies
    Email address: randersen@calarts.edu
    Phone number: 661-253-7716
    Room number: F303
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    Rose Andersen Headshot
  • Kevin Whitmire

    Enrollment Management;
    Associate Director of Admissions;
    Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance
    Email address: kwhitmire@calarts.edu
    Phone number: 661-253-7771
    Room number: F303
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    Kevin Whitmire Headshot
  • Patrick Schmid

    Enrollment Management;
    Assistant Director of Admissions, School of Film/Video;
    Character Animation and Experimental Animation
    Email address: pschmid@calarts.edu
    Phone number: 661-291-3437
    Room number: F303
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    Patrick Schmid Headshot
  • Ani Kazandjian

    Enrollment Management;
    Assistant Director of Admissions, School of Film/Video;
    Film and Video and Film Directing
    Email address: akazandjian@calarts.edu
    Phone number: 661-253-7799
    Room number: F303
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    Ani Kazandjian profile photo
  • Julianne Reames

    Enrollment Management;
    Assistant Director of Admissions, Herb Alpert School of Music
    Email address: jreames@calarts.edu
    Phone number: 661-253-7844
    Room number: F303
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    Julianne Reames Headshot
  • Stacia Marcum

    Enrollment Management;
    Assistant Director of Admissions, School of Theater
    Email address: smarcum@calarts.edu
    Phone number: 661-291-3056
    Room number: F303
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    Stacia Marcum
  • Holden King

    Enrollment Management;
    Transfer Initiatives Coordinator;
    Admissions Counselor
    Email address: hking@calarts.edu
    Phone number: 661-255-8314
    Room number: F303
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    Holden King headshot
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