Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $57,946
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $57,946
- Average Net Price
- $42,168
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 24.7%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $21,165
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $21,408
- Books & Supplies
- $1,500
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $80,611
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 63.4%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 45.6%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 24.7%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $32,800 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $28,423 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $42,404 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $44,139 |
| $110,001+ | $52,438 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than California College of the Arts' $80,611 sticker price. Net costs range from $28,423 for middle-class families earning $30-48K to $52,438 for those making over $110K. Over four years, expect to pay between $113,692 and $209,752 depending on your family's income. Art school has always been expensive, but CCA's location in San Francisco amplifies costs.
Graduates carry a median debt of $27,000, translating to $286 monthly payments. With median earnings hitting $49,414 ten years out, that's manageable for a creative field. The 63% loan repayment rate suggests most alumni handle their debt successfully. Only 25% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating CCA primarily serves middle and upper-middle class families. The best deal goes to families earning $30-48K, who pay roughly half of what wealthy families pay after aid.
Graduates carry a median debt of $27,000, translating to $286 monthly payments. With median earnings hitting $49,414 ten years out, that's manageable for a creative field. The 63% loan repayment rate suggests most alumni handle their debt successfully. Only 25% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating CCA primarily serves middle and upper-middle class families. The best deal goes to families earning $30-48K, who pay roughly half of what wealthy families pay after aid.
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