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California College of the Arts

San Francisco, California, United States

University Overview

California College of the Arts is a private nonprofit institution in San Francisco, California, United States. The 10 June 2026 U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard reports 990 undergraduate students and an out-of-state tuition baseline of USD 60,226. Students in Nepal should verify current international tuition, program availability, entry requirements, English scores, scholarships, deadlines and I-20 steps on the official institution website before applying.

Profile presentation reviewed July 18, 2026. Institution facts can change and require current official-source confirmation.

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San Francisco, California, United StatesPrivate nonprofit
LocationSan Francisco
Tuition60226
Est. Total CostUSD 79776
Acceptance Rate91.1%

Admissions Snapshot

English RequirementsEnglish-language requirements vary by institution, program and level. Confirm accepted tests, scores and waiver rules on the current official admissions page.
Acceptance Rate91.1%
Tuition
  • USD 60226
Fee and Scholarship NotesDisplayed College Scorecard amounts are institution-level federal baselines, not current international-student tuition quotes. Verify the selected program, campus and intake on the official institution website.
In-State TuitionUSD 60226
Estimated Total CostUSD 79776

Study Options

Institution TypePrivate nonprofit
Study LevelsUndergraduate, Graduate
Programs
  • Visual and performing arts
  • Communications technologies and support services
  • Architecture and related services
  • Interdisciplinary studies
  • Computer and information sciences and support services
  • Precision production
  • English language and literature
Program Area Count7
Undergraduate Enrollment990

Cost, Funding & Outcomes

Completion Rate61.2%
Full-Time Retention86.7%
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Questions from students in Nepal

Frequently asked questions about California College of the Arts

Can students from Nepal apply to California College of the Arts?

International eligibility depends on the chosen program

What are the current tuition and admission requirements for California College of the Arts?

They vary by program

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