California Institute of the ArtsCalifornia Institute of the Arts
Valencia, CA · West
- Acceptance rate
- 32.3%
- Cost after aid
- $46,080
- Graduation rate
- 67%
About California Institute of the Arts
California Institute of the Arts is a very small private university in Valencia, CA, in a city setting.
What California Institute of the Arts looks for
With an acceptance rate around 32%, the application readers spend less time per file than they do at the most selective schools, but they still read. A solid GPA, strong letters, and an essay that sounds like you wrote it yourself go a long way here. The biggest unforced error: a generic supplement essay. Even moderately selective schools notice when you have not bothered to learn anything about them.
Frequently asked
What is the acceptance rate at California Institute of the Arts?
California Institute of the Arts admits roughly 32% of applicants. Selective, but stats inside the middle 50% put you in real contention.
What does California Institute of the Arts actually cost after financial aid?
Average net cost (after institutional aid) is about $46,080 per year. Net cost varies enormously by family income; run the school's net price calculator for an estimate that reflects your situation.
Is California Institute of the Arts a reach, match, or safety for me?
Compare your stats to the middle 50% above. If you are at or below the 25th percentile, treat California Institute of the Arts as a reach. If you are in the middle 50%, it is a match. Above the 75th percentile and the school accepts above 25% overall, it is closer to a safety. Selectivity below 20% should be treated as a reach for everyone, period.
