California College of the Arts

San Francisco, CA • private

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 1,235 • Total: 1,632

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

145 Hooper Street
San Francisco, CA
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Website

www.cca.edu

Region

West

Carnegie Classification

Carnegie Code: 56

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 416 (33.7%) • Female: 819 (66.3%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	199	16.1%
Black/African American	43	3.5%
Hispanic/Latino	192	15.5%
White	267	21.6%
Two or More Races	89	7.2%
International	384	31.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

73.4%

2,687 admitted from 3,661 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

Application Types Offered

EA RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$25

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

EA:	11/15/2025
RD:	01/15/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

58.7%

4-Year Graduation Rate

39.1%

Freshman Retention Rate

57.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

14.0:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$82,975

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $59,376

Room & Board

$22,099

Books & Supplies

$1,500

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$61,407
$30,001-48,000	$43,261
$48,001-75,000	$45,378
$75,001-110,000	$46,060
$110,001+	$56,394

Students Receiving Pell Grants

90%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$49,945

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Common questions about California College of the Arts

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

California College of the Arts accepts 73% of applicants, from 3,661 applications.

How much does California College of the Arts cost?

Tuition and fees are $59,376. Families earning under $30,000 pay $61,407 on average after aid.

Does California College of the Arts require SAT or ACT scores?

California College of the Arts does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What is California College of the Arts's graduation rate?

59% of students graduate within six years.