CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF THE ARTS
- 24700 W McBean Pky
- Valencia, CA 91355
- OPEID College Code: 00113200
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- General Phone: (661) 255-1050
- President: Steven D Lavine
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Midsized Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 1,399
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California Institute of the Arts - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Website
- calarts.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Schools of Art, Music, and Design
- Enrollment Classification Majority Undergraduate
California Institute of the Arts Campus Map
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $70.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $70.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 617 | 797 | 1,414 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 212 (34%) | 274 (34%) | 486 (34%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 73 (34%) | 87 (32%) | 160 (33%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 78%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 61% | 25% | 8% | 68% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $10,470 | $5,413 | $7,031 | $9,273 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.1% | 3.6% | 2.8% |
| Number in Default | 13 | 13 | 15 |
| Number in Repayment | 317 | 355 | 520 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $35,406 | $33,436 | $31,865 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $35,406 | $33,436 | $31,865 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $35,406 | $33,436 | $31,865 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,681 | $1,632 | $1,584 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,178 | $9,592 | $8,991 |
| Other Expenses | $4,817 | $4,298 | $4,173 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,526 | $10,219 | $9,641 |
| Other Expenses | $4,553 | $4,420 | $4,018 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,461 | $4,420 | $4,820 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $52,082 | $48,958 | $46,613 |
| In-State | $52,082 | $48,958 | $46,613 |
| Out of State | $52,082 | $48,958 | $46,613 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $52,166 | $49,707 | $47,108 |
| In-State | $52,166 | $49,707 | $47,108 |
| Out of State | $52,166 | $49,707 | $47,108 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $42,548 | $40,370 | $38,269 |
| In-State | $42,548 | $40,370 | $38,269 |
| Out of State | $42,548 | $40,370 | $38,269 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | Bachelor | Master | Doctor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | ||||
| Cinematography and Film Degree | - | 53 | 43 | - |
| Dance Degree | - | 24 | 1 | - |
| Design and Visual Communications Degree | - | 10 | 1 | - |
| Directing and Theatrical Production Degree | 1 | 21 | 12 | - |
| Fine Studio Arts Degree | - | 22 | 23 | - |
| Music Performance Degree | - | 23 | 23 | - |
| Music Theory and Composition Degree | - | 5 | 17 | - |
| Photography Degree | - | 20 | 10 | - |
| Technical Theatre, Design and Technology Degree | - | 19 | 31 | - |
| Visual and Performing Arts, Other Degree | - | - | 26 | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,399 Undergraduate: 895 Graduate: 504
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 689 Female: 710
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 460 Female: 435
- Graduate Gender Male: 229 Female: 275
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,389 Part-Time: 10
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 889 Part-Time: 6
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 500 Part-Time: 4
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 159 | 11% |
| American Indian | 7 | 0.5% |
| Black | 101 | 7% |
| Asian | 147 | 11% |
| Hispanic | 148 | 11% |
| White | 821 | 59% |
| Unknown | 16 | 1% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 12 | 0.9% |
| Ages 18-19 | 310 | 22% |
| Ages 20-21 | 310 | 22% |
| Ages 22-24 | 329 | 24% |
| Ages 25-29 | 291 | 21% |
| Ages 30-34 | 93 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 31 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 13 | 0.9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 2 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 8 | 0.6% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 513 | 354 | 159 |
| Faculty Status | 276 | 162 | 114 |
| Graduate Assistants | 99 | - | 99 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 263 | 150 | 113 |
| Primarily Instruction | 263 | 150 | 113 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 50 | 46 | 4 |
| Other Professionals | 92 | 63 | 29 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 108 | 95 | 13 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 57 | 44 | 13 |
| Skilled Crafts | 6 | 6 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 45 | 45 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $68,546 (150) | $69,788 (85) | $66,922 (65) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $68,546 (150) | $69,788 (85) | $66,922 (65) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 84%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 100%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 60% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 65% |
| Female | 55% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 82% |
| Black | 64% |
| Asian | 70% |
| Hispanic | 77% |
| White | 53% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 3 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 10 | 5 |
| Burglary | 5 | 8 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 1 |
California Institute of the Arts Reviews
1 Review Submitted For California Institute of the Arts
- Reviewed on: March 10, 2012
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- Cal Arts is the school for you if you are a motivated artist/musician and you want to live and breathe your art. The professors are innovative and inspiring and they make you work hard. (You should apply for financial aid early)
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
