Does CalArts have a film program?

The Program in Film and Video is designed for students who use film and video as media for personal expression and exploration—those artists for whom independent film and video is a calling and not simply a mode of production.

Does CalArts have a screenwriting program?

A defining feature of the Creative Writing Program is hybridity and experimentation, so students are free to take courses in, and to write in, any genre they wish. All students graduate with the ability to comprehend and critique work across genres, and an expanded sense of possibilities for their own work.

What is CalArts known for?

California Institute of the Arts is renowned internationally as a game-changer in the education of professional artists. An all-inclusive community for a diversity of authentic voices, CalArts today offers more than 70 comprehensive degree programs in the visual, performing, media and literary arts.

What does CalArts look for in portfolios?

The faculty admissions committee seeks portfolios that show evidence of strong, creative life drawing skills, artistic originality, and the potential to tell stories and develop characters using sequential imagery.

What do they teach at CalArts?

CalArts offers a variety of unique programs at the undergraduate and graduate level within its six world-renowned Schools—Art, Critical Studies, Dance, Film/Video, Music and Theater.

What is unique about CalArts?

Led by a renowned faculty, CalArts offers rigorous undergraduate and graduate degree programs through six Schools—Art, Critical Studies, Dance, Film/Video, Music, and Theater. CalArts has continually championed creative excellence, critical reflection, and the development of new forms and expressions.

What are CalArts school colors?

CalArts blue is the most appropriate base or accent color for projects originating from the institute. The CalArts logo should always appear in blue. If it is placed on a photo or dark colored back-ground it can appear in white.

How many pieces are in a CalArts portfolio?

20
Your portfolio must be submitted through the portfolio section of the CalArts application, and should include approximately 20 images representative of your most recent or current work. You do not need to submit 20 distinct works or projects, but please make sure that each image you submit shows us different content.

Is it hard to get into CalArts?

Admissions Overview CalArts admissions is very selective with an acceptance rate of 25\%. The regular admissions application deadline for CalArts is January 4.