California Institute of the Arts

In 2020, tuition for full-time students at California Institute of the Arts was $52,850 a year.

Tuition was the same price in 2022 compare to the year before. Usually, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students owe much less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you're done with college.

In-state vs. Out-of-state Tuition at California Institute of the Arts

California Institute of the Arts is a private, nonprofit institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of California as it does for residents from other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state residency can cut the cost of college tuition. Be sure to check your state's guidelines for how to qualify for in-state tuition. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. The most common requirement is that students must have lived in the state for a full year before starting school. There may be other criteria too, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to California Institute of the Arts?

California Institute of the Arts has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

International students usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may qualify for private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at California Institute of the Arts:

•On-campus jobs •California Institute of the Arts-specific scholarships

International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships.

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California Institute of the Arts Room, Board, Fees, and More

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In addition to the cost of tuition, there are other costs associated with college, like room and board, facility fees, and books and supplies. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at California Institute of the Arts.

House and Food Costs at California Institute of the Arts

Room and board at California Institute of the Arts costs $12,135 a year. This includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that enables you to eat in the California Institute of the Arts's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls.

Board costs may vary depending on the numnber of meals you intend to eat on-campus

How Much Do Books Cost at California Institute of the Arts?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books depends on the courses you take and what kinds of books and materials they require. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

There may be optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Most colleges offer resources for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these costs.

The Cost of Transportation at California Institute of the Arts

The total cost of transportation in college can really vary. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can drastically impact your transportation budget. At California Institute of the Arts, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

Where are a college is located can also have a big effect on your transportation budget. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, transportation in an urban area is usually costly, but there may be more buses, trains or affordable flights to actually get to school. California Institute of the Artsis located in a suburban setting in California, not far from Los Angeles.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, be sure to consider the cost of things like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.

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The Full Cost of Attending California Institute of the Arts

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better estimate of how much students can expect to shell out for California Institute of the Arts.

How Much Does California Institute of the Arts Cost?

What will the cost of attending California Institute of the Arts be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$52,850
Room and Board	$12,135
Other expenses	$7,826

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$75,927
Off-Campus	$63,792

The breakdowns above provide a good estimate of the total cost of attendance before financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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California Institute of the Arts Financial Aid

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The majority of California Institute of the Arts undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2022, 553 of the 1,021 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. California Institute of the Arts meets 75% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $35,000 a year. Around 93% of California Institute of the Arts undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. California Institute of the Arts graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $31,293 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$25,975
Private Loans	$47,663

Most Common Loans for California Institute of the Arts Students
Federal Loans	93%
Private loans	14%

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on California Institute of the Arts financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at California Institute of the Arts

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2022, California Institute of the Arts awarded 546 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $10.7 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $1.94 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

California Institute of the Arts Net Cost

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for California Institute of the Arts students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at California Institute of the Arts was $35,000 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of California Institute of the Arts seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$40,927
Off-Campus	$28,792

What will attending California Institute of the Arts really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the California Institute of the Arts's net cost calculator on their website.

California Institute of the Arts Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Students cannot pay tuition in installments. Contact the financial aid office to verify this and discuss options.

California Institute of the Arts Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to reduce the total cost of attendance. Some schools offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

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