2023-2024

July 5 Thursday Fall 2023 Tuition Statements published online and payment period begins
Aug. 10 Thursday Tuition payment deadline for Fall 2023, after this date your account will be placed on a registration hold and assessed a $200.00 late fee
Sept. 15 Friday Students dropped from Fall 2023 classes for unpaid balances
Nov. 1 Monday Spring 2024 Tuition Statements published online and payment period begins
Dec. 15 Friday Tuition payment deadline for Spring 2024, after this date your account will be placed on a registration hold and assessed a $200.00 late fee
Jan. 12 Friday Students dropped from Spring 2024 classes for unpaid balances

Tuition Refund Policy for Fall and Spring Only

Tuition for students who withdraw from CalArts or take a leave of absence for the term are adjusted according to the following schedule. Fees are non-refundable. Students are responsible for any outstanding balance remaining after tuition adjustment. If you are receiving financial aid, your leave/withdrawal may affect your financial aid for the current and/or future terms.

You can find the Leave of Absence and Withdrawal forms here.

 

Tuition Refund Schedule for Fall and Spring Only

Timing Refund Percentage
Before Classes Begin 100%
Leave/Withdraw during 1st Week 90%
Leave/Withdraw during 2nd Week 75%
Leave/Withdraw during 3rd Week 50%
Leave/Withdraw during 4th Week 25%
Leave/Withdraw after 4th Week 0%