California Institute of the Arts

Yes, all residents in the Chouinard Hall are required to enroll in the 10-meal per week plan at a minimum, and this cost will be reflected on the student’s bill. Students may choose to upgrade to a 14, 17 or block meal plan during registration each semester. Check below various meal plans at CalArts. Meal PlanAnnual Cost5 meals per week + USD 50/USD 60 FlexUS 2,02810 meals per week + USD 150/USD 170 FlexUSD 4,05214 meals per week + USD 150/USD 170 FlexUSD 5,42417 meals per week + USD 100/USD 100 FlexUSD 6,194140 Block Meal Plan + USD 150 Flex per weekUSD 4,380

The California Institute of the Arts offers a variety of accommodation options through its two units; Chouinard Hall (for undergraduates only) and Ahmanson Hall ( for graduates only). Please check below the on-campus housing rates at accommodations offered by CalArts.Chouinard Hall (Undergraduate Students Only)Room typeRates (per semester)Single Occupancy (for approved accommodations only)USD 5,392Double OccupancyUSD 3,698Triple Occupancy USD 2,786Ahmanson Hall (Graduate Students Only)Room TypeRates (per semester)Private Bedroom in a Shared Apartment SuiteUSD 4,728

International students can apply online to various courses at the California Institute of the Arts. International students applying online may submit the application fee with a credit card or send a check/money order. International applications received without application fees will not be processed or reviewed by the California Institute of the Arts. Check below the application fees at CalArts. DeadlineApplication FeesPreferred Deadline of Dec 1, 2023USD 65Regular Deadline of Jan 5, 2024USD 85

The California Institute of the Arts is one of the most prestigious institutions for arts and design in the United States. CalArts attracts hundreds of thousands of students every year from across the United States and around the world. As per the US News and World Report, California Institute of the Arts acceptance rate is 29%. This shows that CalArts is highly selective for admissions. Please note that, the data on the acceptance rate mentioned above is taken from an unofficial source, therefore, it is subject to vary.