Application Deadlines

Fall 2008

While our Regular Deadline has passed, many of our programs remain open.  Please call the Office of Admissions at 800 545-2787 before applying to make sure your program is still accepting applications.  Applications and portfolios submitted after the Regular Deadline will be reviewed in the order received until the program is filled. Once a program is closed, late applicants cannot be reviewed. 

The Acting and Dance programs have closed. There are no “make-up” auditions.

The School of Music will continue to consider applications after the last scheduled audition. Please contact Harmony Jiroudek, Admissions Counselor, School of Music at hjiroudek@calarts.edu or 661-253-7841 to arrange an audition or portfolio submission.  

Spring 2009

Many of our programs offer a limited number of spaces for the spring semester.  The spring priority deadline is November 1, 2008.  Applications received after this date will be reviewed until the program is filled. Please call the Office of Admissions at 800 545-2787 to learn if your program is accepting spring applications. The School of Film/Video, the Acting Program and the Program in Graphic Design do not accept applications for the spring semester.

Fall 2009

CalArts has two application deadlines for fall admissions

The Preferred Deadline for Fall 2009 is December 1, 2008.

The Regular Deadline for Fall 2009 is January 5, 2009.

Students applying under the Preferred Deadline will have a lower application fee and will be among the first considered for admission.  These students may or may not receive a quicker application decision, depending on the program.  Applications and portfolios submitted after the Regular Deadline will be reviewed in the order received until the program is filled.  Once a program is closed, late applicants cannot be reviewed.  The programs requiring live auditions close after the final scheduled auditions.  There are no “make-up” auditions.  Please contact the Office of Admissions at 800 545-2787 to inquire about open programs after the Regular Deadline has passed. 

Application Fees:

Preferred Deadline: $50 Domestic Students / $65 International Students

Regular Deadline: $70 Domestic Students / $85 International Students