Need help? We’ve got you. Check out the resources below for help with physical and mental health care, disability services, academic support, financial assistance, basic needs, and more. If you don’t see the resource you’re looking for, contact Student Affairs, we’re your advocates!
Health care assistance
Physical health
The Student Health Center (SHC) is located on the second floor of the Main Building in D208 (on your way to Tatum). The Health Center provides general care and first aid to students who need treatment for minor illnesses and consultations on health problems. For all other health care needs, we will refer students to local hospitals or emergent care centers.
Hospital
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
Located one-half mile from campus, the Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital operates a 24-hour emergency room.
Phone: 661-253-8000
Location: 23845 McBean Pkwy
Urgent Care
There are several urgent care centers located within two miles of the CalArts campus. Health insurance information is subject to change, so please check with your insurer to verify coverage.
SCV Quality Care
Phone: 661-254-0026
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 am–7 pm and Saturday–Sunday, 9 am–1 pm
Insurance: PPO/PCP/HMO/Lakeside-Regal-Sierra
EXER Urgent Care
Phone: 661-556-9020
Hours: Monday–Sunday, 9 am–9 pm
Insurance: PPO-All, HMO-Facey, UCLA, Healthcare Partners, Providence, St. Johns, and Axminster
Henry Mayo Urgent Care
Phone: 661-200-2500
Hours: 10 am–10 pm
Insurance: PPO-BCBS, United Health Care, Sigma and HMO- Regal, Lakeside, Facey, and Aetna
Mental health
The Wellness Center operates during the academic terms, with licensed mental health counselors available by appointment, and a limited number of drop-in sessions each weekday. All counseling options are provided to students at no charge.
Phone: 661-388-5306
After-hours phone: 855-364-7981
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm by appointment, drop-in 12-1 pm
Room: F201H
Disability and accommodations services
Disability Services provides a wide range of assistance and accommodations to enrolled students with physical, cognitive, mental health, or other disabilities (medical diagnosis). Students who register with our office do not have to identify with being disabled. Email the Disability Services office at dso@calarts.edu.
Academic assistance
Academic advising
Academic Advisors complement the guidance students receive from their mentor. Through a collaborative partnership, advisors can help students focus their academic, personal, and career goals while working toward fulfilling the requirements of their degree. CalArts recommends that students seek out academic advising at least twice a semester to make sure that they remain on a viable educational track.
Faculty mentors can also assist in advising academic and artistic endeavors.
Writing Center
The Writing Center, located in the Library, is a place where students can meet one-on-one with trained writing tutors to work on any writing-related task they face—from academic papers to artist statements, grant applications to resumes. Students can schedule one-hour appointments in advance or drop in for 30-minute sessions on a first-come, first-served basis.
Financial assistance
Financial aid
The Financial Aid office is available to students to help navigate how to pay for college. Financial Aid staff can assist students with understanding your financial award, applying for aid, appealing for financial aid, FAFSA, and financial literacy.
Student emergency funds
The Student Emergency Loan Fund, administered by the Accounting office, is available to students to meet emergency financial needs that cannot be met in any other way. When funds are available, a student may borrow up to $200 for emergency situations. This loan carries no interest charge and is to be used only to meet unforeseen financial emergencies. Student Affairs may also provide up to $200 in grant funds for emergency situations.
Additional on-campus resources
Campus Safety
Campus Safety, located in E100, assists and educates community members on how to take measures to ensure their personal safety. Campus Safety provides a full range of services to the CalArts community 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round.
Food pantry
Student Union and Student Affairs jointly operate the Basic Needs Center and have food and other basic necessities offered to students who are in need. The Basic Needs Center is in D216.
Advocacy
Need help navigating the Institute? Not sure where to go? Our Student Affairs professionals are here to listen, support, and help students navigate their best path to success. They respect, do not judge, and will serve as spokesperson if needed. They are the liaison between student and challenge, and will inform, advise, and accompany students in their role of advocate. Reach out to Student Affairs with any questions or needs.