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What California Institute of the Arts Fin Aid Are You Eligible For?

The total cost of attendance at California Institute of the Arts can seem overpowering, but remember that the majority of students receive some kind of financial assistance. This could be available as scholarships, grants, work-study, or loans.

How much California Institute of the Arts financial aid will actually be available to you? Get answers to your questions here.

On This Page You'll Find:

  • Financial Aid for First Years
  • Grants & Scholarships for First Years
  • Aid by Income
  • Student Scholarship Breakdown
  • Important Links
  • Additional Financial Aid Resources

What Amount of Financial Aid is Available?

California Institute of the Arts' standard financial aid package for new freshmen is $27,320. Around 94.0% of first year students get financial aid, most of which is in the form of scholarships and grants.

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A financial aid package includes scholarships, grants, and student loans. However, student loans need to be paid back, so they aren't a real discount.

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What About Student Debt?

Student debt should be considered to be an "outcome" rather than "aid". Learn more about student loan debt at California Institute of the Arts.

How Much Aid Is Offered in Grants & Scholarships?

The below numbers refer to grants and scholarships primarily provided by the college itself.

94.0% of incoming freshmen (202 total) were offered scholarships at California Institute of the Arts, averaging $14,221 per person. This puts it in the top 40th percentile of all schools nationwide.

50 freshmen also received a grant. A total of 23.0% of California Institute of the Arts first years obtained grants with an average of $5,302 a piece.

The graph below shows the average amount of grant and scholarship aid distributed to all freshmen.

What's the Difference Between Scholarships & Grants?

Grants are normally based on need while scholarships are based on merit or ability.

How Financial Need Affects Aid

Learn how much grant and scholarship aid you may plan to be given determined by your family income. The table below shows freshmen obtaining federal assistance including PLUS loans.

Income LevelPercent of FreshmanAverage Assistance
Income 0-30k13.0%$27,806
Income 30k-48k7.4%$28,598
Income 48k-75k6.5%$25,117
Income 75k-110k9.3%$18,000
Income 110k +21.4%$14,184
Title IV Aid

The chart above shows undergrads who are obtaining Title IV aid which is federal aid from the government including loans, grants or work-study. Learn more.

$18,455 is the Common Amount an Undergrad Receives in Grants or Scholarships

Of the 1,014 undergrads at California Institute of the Arts around 89.0% (900 in total) receive some type of grant aid. The typical amount awarded was $18,455.

Looking for Detail About Tuition and Fees Costs?

Visit the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.

Financial Aid Links from California Institute of the Arts

Financial Aid Department Websitecalarts.edu/financial-aid
Net Price Calculatorcalarts.edu/financial-aid/net-price-calculator
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