Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD), located just south of downtown Minneapolis, has educated talented artists, designers, entrepreneurs, and creative leaders for more than 130 years. As a nationally accredited institution, MCAD offers a unique combination of rigorous instruction and the creative freedom essential for nurturing individual expression. MCAD's distinguished faculty members—all practicing artists, designers, and entrepreneurs—are renowned for their ingenuity and practical expertise. MCAD graduates become professional artists, designers, visionary thinkers, creative leaders, and engaged global citizens. The college offers bachelor's and master's degrees, as well as certificates, in diverse fields such as design, fine arts, media, and communications.
Hover over dots to see degrees offered and online availability.
MAJORS OFFERED:AnimationMasters Degree
Comic ArtMasters Degree
Creative LeadershipMasters Degree
Drawing/PaintingMasters Degree
FilmmakingMasters Degree
Fine Art StudioMasters Degree
Furniture DesignMasters Degree
Graphic and Web DesignMasters Degree
Fully Online
Graphic DesignMasters Degree
IllustrationMasters Degree
PhotographyMasters Degree
Print Paper BookMasters Degree
Product DesignMasters Degree
SculptureMasters Degree
Sustainable DesignMasters Degree
Fully Online
Web and Multimedia EnvironmentsMasters Degree
GRADUATE FTE1 = 93
| FULL-TIME | 83 |
| PART-TIME | 27 |
NOTE 1: "Full-Time Equivalent" is the common way to measure the relative size of colleges. This adjusts for differences in the percentage of part-time students (or faculty). For example: one full-time student = 1 FTE; three half-time students = 1.5 FTE, etc.
| APPLICATION: | Required |
| APPLICATION FEES: | $50 |
| PORTFOLIO: | Required, depending on program |
| INTERVIEW: | Recommended |
| ESSAY: | Required |
| CV / RESUMÉ: | Required |
| GRE: | Not Required |
| LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: | Required (3) |
| IELTS: | Required if English is a second language Minimum score 6.5 |
| TOEFL: | Required if English is a second language Minimum score 79 |
TRANSCRIPTS
| COLLEGE: | Required |
This institution offers Fellowships and/or Assistantships
This institution may require additional program-specific materials in the admissions process. Please visit the institution's website to view the requirements in full.