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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

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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California Institute of the Arts
24700 McBean Pkwy.
Valencia, CA 91355-2340

CalArts’ 60-acre, residential campus is in Valencia neighborhood in the suburban city of Santa Clarita. The campus is north of Los Angeles, adjacent to Interstate Highway 5 on McBean Parkway—approximately 40 miles from Los Angeles International Airport; 21 miles from the Burbank Airport, and only half an hour north of downtown Los Angeles.


From airports

There are several easy ways to travel between local Southern California airports and the CalArts campus. In addition to ridesharing apps such as Lyft and Uber, there are direct shuttle services available through Prime Time Shuttle, 800-733-8267; and Super Shuttle, 800-258-3826. These shuttles service both Burbank Airport and Los Angeles International Airport and are available by reservation, seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

The LAX Flyaway Service is a 24-hour bus service that operates between Los Angeles International Airport and LA Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood/UCLA. For LAX FlyAway locations, schedules, service hours, parking, passenger drop-off/pick-up, and driving directions, go to the LAX FlyAway web page or call 866-435-9529.

The Van Nuys route, which is located the closest to CalArts, at approximately 16 miles, does not accept cash, only credit card or bank card payment.


Local transportation

Buses

  • Santa Clarita Transit services the Santa Clarita area, including Valencia, Newhall, Saugus, Canyon Country, and Sylmar. There are also express buses to the San Fernando Valley and into Los Angeles, with extra service during morning and afternoon rush hour service. For bus schedules, call 661-294-1287 or visit www.santaclaritatransit.com.
  • MTA (Metro) services the greater Los Angeles area, and has routes throughout Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. Please note that MTA buses are accessed in the San Fernando Valley, either using the Santa Clarita Transit buses, the Metrolink train, or car to get there. For more information, call 800-COMMUTE (266-6883) or visit www.mta.net.

Commuter rail

  • Metrolink is Southern California’s regional passenger rail system that serves more than 55 stations across the region, including Santa Clarita. The Newhall Metrolink station is the closest to the CalArts campus (approximately 3.2 miles away). 
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