California Institute of the Arts at a glance
Total Students
881
Acceptance Rate
25.9%
Student-Faculty
7:1
In-State Tuition
$56,724
Discover your academic path
From liberal arts to specialized sciences, explore the programs that will shape your future and career.
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication.
Graphic Communications.
Graphic Communications.
Computer Software and Media Applications.
Computer Software and Media Applications.
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies.
Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis.
Dance.
Dance.
Dance.
Design and Applied Arts.
Design and Applied Arts.
The financial picture
Understanding costs is crucial to making informed decisions. Here's what you need to know about investing in your education.
In-State Tuition
$56,724
Out-of-State Tuition
$56,724
Total Cost of Attendance
$78,425
Academic achievement and outcomes
Success metrics that matter. See how students perform and what they achieve during their time here.
Admission Rate
25.9%
Average SAT Score
N/A
Average ACT Score
N/A
4-Year Graduation Rate
64.1%
The student community
Every student brings their own story. Here's who you'll be learning alongside.
Gender Distribution
Men
39.5%
Women
60.5%
Racial Demographics
White
34.1%
Black
4.8%
Hispanic
15.6%
Asian
9.1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0.1%
Two or More Races
7.7%
Non-Resident Alien
28.3%
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