California Institute of the Arts

California Institute of the Arts is very difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at California Institute of the Arts is 25%. Out of 2,267 applications received in 2023, 573 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to California Institute of the Arts, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 1/5 and the application fee costs $70.

Students who submit their applications to California Institute of the Arts for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by April 1.

California Institute of the Arts Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of California Institute of the Arts's admissions stats.

California Institute of the Arts 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	Yes

California Institute of the Arts Application Deadlines

Check with California Institute of the Arts directly for more info on application deadlines.

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Want to Apply Early to California Institute of the Arts?

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California Institute of the Arts may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with California Institute of the Arts directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on California Institute of the Arts Admissions

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Is California Institute of the Arts Challenging To Get Into?

It is very difficult to get into California Institute of the Arts. California Institute of the Arts has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2022, California Institute of the Arts accepted 25% of all applicants, approximately 573 from 2,267 applicants.

Schools that are very difficult to get into, like California Institute of the Arts, accept fewer than 60% of all applicants. At least 50% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1230 on the SAT and over 26 on the ACT.

Transferring to California Institute of the Arts

Transfer student admissions is very difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to California Institute of the Arts

California Institute of the Arts has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does California Institute of the Arts Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at California Institute of the Arts

Curious about the factors that are considered by California Institute of the Arts during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Interview	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Academic GPA	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with California Institute of the Arts for more information on admission factors.

California Institute of the Arts Application Requirements

To apply to California Institute of the Arts, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with California Institute of the Arts's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	portfolio or audition
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into California Institute of the Arts?

California Institute of the Arts has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

California Institute of the Arts does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to California Institute of the Arts

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to California Institute of the Arts.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is January 5. Applicants should hear back by April 1.

Transfer students can enroll in California Institute of the Arts during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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California Institute of the Arts Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to California Institute of the Arts?

❌ Students who are admitted to California Institute of the Arts must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does California Institute of the Arts accept transfer credits?

✅ California Institute of the Arts accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does California Institute of the Arts accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ California Institute of the Arts accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to California Institute of the Arts?

✅ California Institute of the Arts is not test optional.

What is California Institute of the Arts's acceptance rate?

✅ California Institute of the Arts's acceptance rate is 25%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at California Institute of the Arts?

🟨 California Institute of the Arts may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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