Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
73.40%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
California College of the Arts Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 73.40%. This means approximately 734 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,004 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
73.40%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $57,946 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $57,946 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $78,664 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $42,168 | State avg: $19,695. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 24.74% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 45.64% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does California College of the Arts Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$57,946
Room and board
$21,165
Books and supplies
$1,500
Other expenses
$3,798
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$78,664
Average net price
$42,168
Average aid coverage
46%
$36,496 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at California College of the Arts pays approximately $42,168 per year after grants and aid. This is above the California average of $19,695 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is California College of the Arts?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to California and national averages.
California College of the Arts net price
$42,168
California average
$19,695
National average
$17,506
California College of the Arts Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $57,946 and average net price at $42,168. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$57,946
Current net price
$42,168
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
58.72%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$49,414
Undergraduates
1,004
10-Year Median Earnings - California College of the Arts vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
California College of the Arts graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends California College of the Arts?
Undergraduates
1,004
Completion rate
58.72%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
24.74%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
45.64%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 24.74% of California College of the Arts students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 45.64% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at California College of the Arts
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use California College of the Arts's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
California College of the Arts lists Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
California College of the Arts is listed at 145 Hooper Street, San Francisco, CA 94107-2247. Accreditor: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare California College of the Arts with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California College of the Arts | 73.40% | $57,946 | $42,168 | $49,414 |
| Samuel Merritt University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $143,238 |
| Harvey Mudd College | 13.06% | $66,255 | $32,492 | $138,687 |
| California Institute of Technology | 3.14% | $63,255 | $18,902 | $128,566 |
| Stanford University | 3.91% | $62,484 | $12,136 | $124,080 |
Similar Schools in San Francisco
This local cluster focuses on nearby San Francisco schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around San Francisco.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California College of the Arts's acceptance rate?
California College of the Arts's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 73.40%.
How much is California College of the Arts tuition?
California College of the Arts's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $57,946.
What is California College of the Arts's average net price?
California College of the Arts's average net price in the local dataset is $42,168.
What does California College of the Arts cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $32,800 for California College of the Arts students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is California College of the Arts's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $49,414 for California College of the Arts.
Is California College of the Arts accredited?
California College of the Arts's accreditor in the local dataset is Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
How many students attend California College of the Arts?
The local dataset lists 1,004 undergraduate students at California College of the Arts.
What percentage of California College of the Arts students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for California College of the Arts in the local dataset is 24.74%.
What is the federal loan rate at California College of the Arts?
The federal loan rate for California College of the Arts in the local dataset is 45.64%.
Where should I verify California College of the Arts data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with California College of the Arts or the latest official federal education data.