by our College Data Analytics TeamWho is giving a nod to CalArts? Read about what accreditations we found for this school.
Regional accreditation matters. Going to a regionally accredited school is important if you might transfer credits elsewhere or plan to pursue a post-graduate program. The regional accreditor for CalArts is the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission. Please note: CalArts's institutional accreditation currently carries a Withdrawn status from its accrediting agency. See the standing column in the table below for details.
| Agency | Type of Accreditation | Program | Current Standing |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation | Institutional (Regional) | N/A | Withdrawn |
| National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation | Institutional (Regional) | N/A | Accredited |
| WASC Senior College and University Commission | Institutional (Regional) | N/A | Accredited |
| National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation | Specialized | Art and Design (ART) - Degree-granting schools and departments and non-degree-granting programs | Accredited |
| National Association of Schools of Dance, Commission on Accreditation | Specialized | Dance (DANCE) - Institutions and units within institutions offering degree-granting and non-degree-granting programs | Accredited |
| National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation | Specialized | Music (MUS) - Institutions and units within institutions offering degree-granting and/or non-degree-granting programs | Accredited |
| National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation | Specialized | Theatre (THEA) - Institutions and units within institutions offering degree-granting and/or non-degree-granting programs | Accredited |