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California Institute of the Arts

Health and Well-Being

Life at CalArts

Students on the lawn with hula hoops enjoying the sun at Calarts.

CalArts Wellness Center will be closed periodically during the week of April 21st - April 25th as our team hosts Health and Happiness Week activities across campus. Please join us for a week of health, wellness, and student engagement as we support your work at CalArts.

If you are in need of immediate crisis counseling, please call our free 24/7 crisis line at 855-364-7981.

You may access free telehealth through AcademicLiveCare at https://calarts.myahpcare.com/telehealth. Please use your CalArts e-mail credentials to log-in and access therapy, medical services, psychiatry, and nutritional services.

You may also seek support through your health insurance by contacting Member Benefits on the back of your insurance card. If you have the CalArts Student Health Insurance Plan through UHC, please email healthinsurance@calarts.edu for assistance.

At CalArts, we know that thriving in creative endeavors goes hand in hand with maintaining both physical and mental health.

To support this, the Institute provides a range of health services, including counseling, medical care, and wellness programs, all tailored to meet our student body’s particular needs. Recreational activities and fitness resources are also available, encouraging students to find balance through physical activity and relaxation. By fostering a holistic approach to well-being, CalArts helps ensure that every student has the support they need to succeed both in their artistic pursuits and in their overall college experience.

Student resources

  • The COOP Basic Needs Center (BNC) is a resource for all CalArts students experiencing food and basic-needs insecurity—which can be defined as a lack of consistent access to enough nutritious food and hygiene products for an active, healthy lifestyle. 

  • At CalArts, we recognize the importance of nurturing not just the artistic talents of our students, but also their overall well-being. Our commitment to holistic student support is reflected in the wide range of recreational facilities and activities available, designed to promote physical health and offer relaxation amid the demands of academic life.

Contact Student Affairs

Email: studentaffairs@calarts.edu
Phone number: 661-253-7874
Room number: F303