CalArts’ Student Health Center (SHC) provides students with convenient access to healthcare right on campus.
An on-site nurse provides general care, such as first aid for injuries, treatment for minor illnesses, and consultations on health problems. If it is necessary for a student to see an outside physician, they can attain a referral from the SHC for radiology, labs, and other related exams.
CalArts partners with Sam Dixon Family Health Center and Henry Mayo Newhall Primary Care to provide medical and sexual health services on campus. Treatment associated with outside referrals will be charged to the student’s health-insurance plan. Students who carry their own health insurance and are not covered by CalArts’ health plan will receive referrals and prescriptions directly, so they may arrange for care or obtain medication with a specialist or pharmacy covered under their insurance plan.
Appointments are encouraged, but we will do our best to accommodate walk-ins if we have an open spot.
Medical services
The Student Health Center is open when the academic term is in session. It is closed on Fridays 8am -1pm, Saturdays, Sundays, and during school breaks.
Student Health Center hours
Monday and Friday
1-5 pm with Henry Mayo Newhall Primary Care
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
9 am–3 pm with Sam Dixon Family Health Center
Medical services available:
General preventive care, such as physical exams
- Treatment for acute illnesses and injuries
- Anonymous STI (sexually transmitted infections) screening and HIV testing
- Reproductive healthcare, including birth control and pregnancy tests
- Laboratory services
- Referrals to specialty providers as needed
Please bring your health insurance card and CalArts ID when you visit the Health Center. You may download your health insurance card from your insurance company, or obtain a hard copy card, by calling Member Services with your individual insurance company. CalArts cannot access your personal insurance profile to retrieve your insurance information.
Information about CalArts’ student health insurance plan
If you are experiencing a physical or mental health emergency, dial 911. After calling 911, inform Campus Safety (661) 222-2702 so they can assist and escort the first responders when they arrive. For other urgent-care needs, check your health insurance for the closest urgent care provider.
The following facilities are available near campus:
- Henry Mayo Urgent Care (no emergency room)
23929 McBean Parkway Suite# 102, Valencia, CA 91355
661-200-2500
Mon - Sat, 9am -5pm, closed Sundays
- Exer Urgent Care (no emergency room)
25548 The Old Road, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91355
661-556-9021
Open 7 days a week, 8am - 8pm
- Henry Mayo Emergency Department
23845 McBean Parkway, Valencia CA 91355
661-200-2000
24 hour Medical Care available
Some over-the-counter medications such as pain relievers, are available in the CalArts Store.
Contact Student Health
Office hours
Spring and Fall semesters:
Monday–Thursday, 8 am - 4 pm
Friday, 9am - 1pm, available by phone or email only
Friday, 1pm - 5pm, open
Closed weekends and all CalArts holidays
Call or email us to schedule an appointment.
Email: studenthealth@calarts.edu
Phone number: 661-253-7830
Room number: D208
Telehealth from AcademicLiveCare
AcademicLiveCare is a telehealth solution available to CalArts students, who may also access telehealth and online resources to navigate their wellness needs and receive support in areas including physical and mental wellness.
Immunization requirements
Immunizations and screening
In an effort to keep our community healthy, all students are required to have certain immunizations on file with the Student Health office. All incoming CalArts students are required to log in to the Student Health Portal, enter all immunizations dates, complete a tuberculosis screening questionnaire, and upload supporting documentation of vaccinations or immunity by June 1 for fall 2025 admissions.
All vaccination records in a language other than English will need to be translated by a certified translator.
Students who qualify for Medi-Cal can access free and low-cost vaccines. Those covered under insurance should go to their medical provider.
Required immunizations
California Institute of the Arts requires new students to submit the following, as part of the admission requirements:
- Copy of full immunization history, including:
- Proof of receiving TWO doses of MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) OR a positive titer (blood test) showing immunity.
- Tuberculosis (TB) screening or test given within six months prior to your first day of class. The TB screening questionnaire is on the Student Health Portal.
- Students living in the residence halls or apartments through CalArts’ housing program must have at least one dose of meningitis vaccine (MCV4 or MPSV4) before your move-in date. If you received a dose when you were under 16 years old, you will need a booster shot (second dose). If you received a dose at age 16 years or older, then no additional booster shot is needed.
Students with a medical or religious/philosophical exemption must submit an exemption form.
Submitting immunization forms
Email is not a secure method to submit immunization requirements.
CalArts students can upload immunization forms, access your immunization records, and send and receive secured messages to and from your medical healthcare providers on campus through calarts.studenthealthportal.com.