Offering a transformative education open to all backgrounds, MCAD gets you ready to confidently lead and practice in an ever-evolving world. It’s where students find their personal and professional purpose as creative, cultural leaders. MCAD is recognized nationally and internationally for its innovative approaches to art and design education. MCAD is located in the heart of the rich art and design community of the Twin Cities and is home to more than 800 students. World-class art and design education begins with world-class educators. Working artists and designers who are respected in their fields, MCAD’s faculty are renowned for their ingenuity, expertise, and commitment as instructors. Each year they inspire new generations of creative thinkers to make the successful transition from students to professional artists and designers. MCAD is a close, supportive, and transformative community that impacts graduates their entire lives.
Minneapolis College of Art and Design is a private, nonprofit institution in the city of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Minneapolis College of Art and Design was founded in 1886. The college enrolls around 776 students per year, including 676 undergraduates.
It is moderately difficult to get into Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Around 66% of applicants get into Minneapolis College of Art and Design each year. In 2022, 418 out of 638 total applicants were accepted.
Minneapolis College of Art and Design Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
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Overall Acceptance Rate | 66% |
Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
Average GPA | 3.3 |
Test Optional | Yes |
Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 1% |
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The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Minneapolis College of Art and Design is Apr 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Minneapolis College of Art and Design is Apr 1.
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In State$52,910
Out-of-StateWondering what life at Minneapolis College of Art and Design is like? There are approximately 100 students enrolled at Minneapolis College of Art and Design, including 676 undergraduate students and -576 graduate students. 99% percent of students attend school full-time, 61% percent are from MN and 39% percent of students are from other states.
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