Exemption from payment of this fee may be made under special conditions. Inquiry about an exemption should be sent to the Director of Admissions and should be accompanied by a letter written by the financial aid officer or counselor of the applicant's school stating financial hardship reasons. It is anticipated that tuition will increase in successive years. New and prospective students will be notified when a change in the tuition rate occurs.
Tuition covers instruction, facilities, and some materials used within the regular programs.
Students should be prepared to supply materials required for most projects. Partial deferment of tuition, with interest charged on the amount deferred, is available by special arrangement. Inquiries about such deferment should be made at least 60 days in advance of registration, directly to the CalArts Controller's Office. It is refundable at the time of graduation or withdrawal. The withdrawal date is determined.