CalArts (California Institute of the Arts)
Where Art Meets Innovation
Founded by Walt Disney, CalArts' Character Animation program has produced the most influential animators in Hollywood history, with alumni-directed films grossing over $29 billion at the box office.
Notable Alumni
Tim Burton (Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands), Brad Bird (The Incredibles, Ratatouille), John Lasseter (Toy Story), Henry Selick (Coraline), Glen Keane (Disney), Rebecca Sugar (Steven Universe)
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