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Enrollment Deposit

How much is CalArts's enrollment deposit?

California Institute of the Arts requires a deposit of $400 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

77.90%

California Institute of the Arts is in the top 77.90% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

75.60%

California Institute of the Arts is in the top 75.60% of colleges in the state of California for deposit cost. 18.37% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

73.50%

California Institute of the Arts is in the top 73.50% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

California Institute of the Arts educates a diverse community of 1,440 students, with 940 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 500 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

1,440


Total Undergraduates

940

Total Graduates

500


Full-Time vs Part-Time

97% Full-Time

3% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at California Institute of the Arts has a 25% acceptance rate. California Institute of the Arts has test required that focus on each student's unique potential.


Acceptance Rate

25%

Location

Located in Valencia, CA, California Institute of the Arts offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.


City

Valencia


County

Los Angeles County


State

California


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Large

About

California Institute of the Arts features a student-focused approach with a 7 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive Other athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

7 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

California Institute of the Arts makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $55,225 with 55% of students receiving financial assistance including 17% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$55,225


Received Aid

55%


Pell Recipients

17%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $56,724

Out-of-State: $56,724

Demographics

The California Institute of the Arts student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 32% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
365 (36%)
Women
575 (56%)
Other
88 (9%)

Outcomes

California Institute of the Arts prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 66% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

66%

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