Minneapolis College of Art and Design

If you want to apply to Minneapolis College of Art and Design, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is April 1 and the application fee is $50.

Minneapolis College of Art and Design Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Minneapolis College of Art and Design's admissions stats.

Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	1%
Waitlist	No

Minneapolis College of Art and Design Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	December 1	December 15
Regular Decision	Yes	April 1	––

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Considering Applying Early to Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

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Minneapolis College of Art and Design does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. Minneapolis College of Art and Design will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Minneapolis College of Art and Design Admissions

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Transferring to Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Minneapolis College of Art and Design has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Minneapolis College of Art and Design

What does Minneapolis College of Art and Design consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Interview	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Minneapolis College of Art and Design for more information on admission factors.

Minneapolis College of Art and Design Application Requirements

To apply to Minneapolis College of Art and Design, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Minneapolis College of Art and Design's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview		√
Other Requirements			√
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

Students admitted to Minneapolis College of Art and Design have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Minneapolis College of Art and Design considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Minneapolis College of Art and Design is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 1% of Minneapolis College of Art and Design's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application.

What is a Good SAT Score for Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

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More Information on Transferring to Minneapolis College of Art and Design

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is April 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Minneapolis College of Art and Design during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Minneapolis College of Art and Design Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

Does Minneapolis College of Art and Design accept transfer credits?

✅ Minneapolis College of Art and Design accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Minneapolis College of Art and Design accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Minneapolis College of Art and Design accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

❌ No, Minneapolis College of Art and Design is test optional, so you can choose whether or not to send your ACT or SAT scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Minneapolis College of Art and Design's acceptance rate?

✅ Minneapolis College of Art and Design's acceptance rate is 66%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

❌ Minneapolis College of Art and Design does not offer early decision.

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