Tuition from
₹49.6 L
per year, 34 courses
Acceptance rate
24.1%
Founded
1970
Students
1498
About California Institute of the Arts
Through artistic practice, we transform ourselves, each other, and the world.
While the foundation of a CalArts education is rooted in rigorous artmaking, critical thinking, and faculty mentorship, there’s a little magic that happens in our multidisciplinary environment that sets us apart from our peers.
Since 2012, artists Blake Jacobsen (Art BFA 17) and Meghan Sabik have collaborated on photography…
Toward the end of the Spring semester, Daniel Chong (Film/Video 04)—CalArts alum and director of…
Actor and comedian Bresha Webb (Theater BFA 07) makes her stand-up special debut with LOL…
Our inclusive community has a nearly indescribable energy, drawing from the vibrant interpersonal creative exchanges among students and faculty.
Check out our programs, discover life on- and off-campus, and view a guide on applying to CalArts.
While the foundation of a CalArts education is rooted in rigorous artmaking, critical thinking, and faculty mentorship, there’s a little magic that happens in our multidisciplinary environment that sets us apart from our peers.
Since 2012, artists Blake Jacobsen (Art BFA 17) and Meghan Sabik have collaborated on photography…
Toward the end of the Spring semester, Daniel Chong (Film/Video 04)—CalArts alum and director of…
Actor and comedian Bresha Webb (Theater BFA 07) makes her stand-up special debut with LOL…
Our inclusive community has a nearly indescribable energy, drawing from the vibrant interpersonal creative exchanges among students and faculty.
Check out our programs, discover life on- and off-campus, and view a guide on applying to CalArts.
Courses and fees
Tuition as published by the source, converted to rupees. Per year unless the course page says otherwise.
Bachelor's (16)
| Course | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Acting | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Art | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Brass | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Character Animation | 4 year | ₹52.7 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Composition | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Dance | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Design and Production | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Experimental Animation | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Film and Video | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Graphic Design | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Guitar | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Jazz | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Music Technology | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Musical Arts | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Performer - Composer | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] in Photography and Media | 4 year | ₹49.6 L |
Master's (18)
| Course | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Art and Technology | 2 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Brass | 2 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Film and Video | 3 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Film Directing | 3 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Graphic Design | 2 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Interactive Media for Performance | 3 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Music Technology | 2 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in North Indian Music | 2 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Performer - Composer | 2 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Photography and Media | 2 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Piano - Keyboard | 2 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Producing | 2 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Production Management | 3 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Sound Design | 3 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Stage Management | 3 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Technical Direction | 3 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] in Winds | 2 year | ₹49.6 L |
| Master of Music [M.Mus] in Strings | 2 year | ₹49.6 L |
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