QUICK ANSWER
No public body ranks Korean academies by CalArts acceptance rate, so the only fair comparison is each academy’s own dated list. Ours shows 16 CalArts acceptances from 2015 to 2026, 7 of them with an award (44%). The awards range from $12,000 to $108,000, with a median of $92,000.
The list also shows a trend that a single rate would hide: 9 of the 16 acceptances came in 2023–2026, and 5 of the 7 awards came in 2024–2026.
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Our CalArts Record by Year
| Year | Acceptances | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2 | — |
| 2016 | 1 | — |
| 2020 | 1 | — |
| 2021 | 2 | $88,000 |
| 2022 | 1 | — |
| 2023 | 3 | $12,000 |
| 2024 | 3 | $108,000; $92,000; $108,000 |
| 2025 | 1 | $108,000 |
| 2026 | 2 | $92,000 |
Royal Blue results record, confirmed directly with each student. Awards as reported, usually four-year totals.
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How to Compare Academies on CalArts
- Ask for the list by year, not a percentage.
- Check which CalArts school. Art, Film/Video and Character Animation have different requirements.
- Ask how each acceptance was confirmed.
- Look at recent years. CalArts requirements change; older results say less.
FOR KOREAN FAMILIES
CalArts BFA Art asks for about 20 images and a 500–1,000-word statement, and advises against routine life drawing. See CalArts portfolio guidance and signs of CalArts readiness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Korean academy has the best CalArts acceptance rate?
No independent ranking exists; compare each academy’s dated list of acceptances.
How many CalArts acceptances does Royal Blue have?
16 from 2015 to 2026, 7 with an award.
How large were the CalArts awards?
From $12,000 to $108,000, median $92,000, usually four-year totals.
Are recent results stronger?
9 of 16 acceptances and 5 of 7 awards came in the most recent years (2023–2026 and 2024–2026).
Does CalArts use the Common App?
No. It uses the CalArts Application only.
ROYAL BLUE ART & DESIGN
Our director has taught Korean students for U.S. art schools for 19 years, from our studio in Apgujeong, Seoul. Our results page lists 1,099 acceptances, 2009–2026, each confirmed directly with the student. Call 02-3446-5929 or book a consultation.
From the Royal Blue results record (2009–2026) and CalArts admissions pages. Checked October 2026. If something here has changed, tell us and we will correct it.
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