Thank you for your interest in applying to California School of the Arts – San Gabriel Valley (CSArts-SGV)! We are excited that you want to join our family!
Before beginning your online application, please make sure you have read our Admissions Overview page, and that you fully understand our Admissions Guidelines.
The 2026-2027 admission session will close on Friday, August 21, 2026 at 5 p.m. If you are interested in enrolling for the Fall 2026 semester, please submit your application as soon as possible.
Immediate enrollment opportunities are available in the following conservatories and programs:
Acting Conservatory | Grades 10-12
Ballet & Contemporary Dance Conservatory | Grades 6-8 & 10-12
Commercial Dance Conservatory | Grades 6-8 & 10-12
Creative Writing Conservatory | Grades 10-12
Instrumental Music Conservatory (All Programs) | Grades 6-8 & 10-12
Integrated Arts Conservatory | Grades 10-12
Musical Theatre Conservatory | Grade 12
Popular Music Conservatory | Grades 10-12
Vocal Arts Conservatory | Grades 6-8 & 10-12
School of Fine & Media Arts Middle School Program | Grades 6-8
School of Theatre Middle School Program | Grades 6-8
At this time, the following conservatories and grade levels are accepting applications for waitlist placement only:
Grade 9 across all conservatories
Musical Theatre Conservatory | Grades 10-11
Production & Design Conservatory | Grades 10-12
Visual Arts Conservatory | Grades 10-12
Please note: Applicants who do not meet the minimum proficiency level during their placement activity may be offered admission into another conservatory that does not have a minimum proficiency and currently has space available.