Funding Sources

Project Assistance

Students seek project funding may be eligible for the following types of assistance:

Ahmanson Foundation Project Grants

Registered students who have unmet financial need and need assistance with the completion of a project are eligible for these grants. Awards are generally $100. Applications are available in the Student Affairs Office and are reviewed and awarded at the end of each month, as long as funds are available. Grants are not made during breaks.

Deans’ Reserve Funds

These funds are distributed at the discretion of the Dean of each school or his/her representative. It is given only to students who have unmet financial need. More information is available from the offices of the individual Deans.

Diversity Student Projects Committee Grants

The committee accepts proposals from students, faculty and staff and awards grants for projects. Together with the Intercultural Arts Project Committee, the Diversity Funding Committee meets on the first Tuesday of each month at noon. Proposal forms can be obtained from the Provost Office in Room F300D, ext. 2734 or 2785.

Intercultural Arts Project Committee (ICAP) Grants

Recently renamed the Nick England Intercultural Arts Project, ICAP provides small grants to CalArts projects designed to increase and sustain the campus presence of artists from many different cultures. Schools, programs or individuals may submit project proposals for consideration. Proposal forms are available in the Provost Office, Room F300D, ext. 2732 or 2785. The Committee meets on the first Tuesday of every month at noon.

Interdisciplinary Project Grants

Interdisciplinary Project Grants are available to students who will be enrolled at CalArts during the semester of the award. Grants are available for up to $1,500.00 to support projects with a significant interdisciplinary element. The grant application deadline for Spring 2010 is November 20, 2009, and the deadline for Fall 2010 is April 23, 2010. A request for proposals and application instructions will be sent to all students via email in advance of the deadline. Application and instructions are also available in the Office of the Provost. Please contact Justine Garrett, Assistant Provost, with any questions: jgarrett@calarts.edu

Student Council Grants

Student Council produces a variety of events and awards grants for selected student activities and projects. Each Fall semester, the granting application process is determined and applications are available from the Student Council Office. Their office is in Room D216, and their telephone extension is 2255.

Emergency Funding Sources

Emergency Loans

Loans are made at the discretion of the Accounting Office. Students in good standing may borrow up to $200, if funds are available. Repayment is due upon leaving CalArts (leave of absence, official or unofficial withdrawal, or graduation). No interest is charged.

The loan may not be used for: tuition or loan payments; fines or fees; repayment of prior loans; automobile, appliance or furniture purchases; or cash requirements which might normally be anticipated. Loans are not available during the summer or during winter break.

DAFCA (Disney Artists for CalArts)

DAFCA grants are designed to assist students with emergencies that cannot be addressed by obtaining an Emergency Loan. Registered students who have unmet financial need are eligible to receive $100 maximum but in special circumstances may be eligible for up to $200 per academic year. Applications are available through the Student Affairs Office. Grants are awarded as long as funds are available and are not made during breaks.

Grocery Gift Certificates

The Student Affairs Office may have a limited number of grocery store certificates, which are purchased through a donation. These certificates are available for emergencies only to students who are not eligible for an Emergency Loan or the DAFCA grant.