Minneapolis College of Art and Design
2501 Stevens AveMinneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 874-3700
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 844
Type: Private nonprofit 4-year or above
Main Website: MCAD.EDU
Financial Aid: financial aid link
Annual Costs
Tuition and fees: $34,146.00
Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $45,220.00
Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $45,220.00
Quick links: Admissions | Test Scoring | Financial Aid | Degrees | Majors | Scholarships
Test Scoring
| 25th Percentile* | 75th Percentile* | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Critical Reading | 480 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 600 |
| SAT Writing | 460 | 610 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
| ACT English | 20 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Writing |
*Click here for an explanation of 25th and 75th Percentile scoring.
Financial Aid
| Percentage of students receiving any financial aid | 99% |
| Percentage of students receiving Federal Grants | 45% |
| Average Federal Grant | $4,495.00 |
| State Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving state aid | 23% |
| Average state aid | $3,466.00 |
| Institutional Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving institutional aid | 99% |
| Average institutional aid | $14,308.00 |
| Student Loans | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving a student loan | 97% |
| Average student loan | $7,985.00 |
- Degrees
- BACHELOR'S DEGREE
- POSTBACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATE
- MASTER'S DEGREE
- POSTBACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATE
- Majors
- Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
- Cinematography and Film/Video Production
- Commercial and Advertising Art
- Design and Applied Arts
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
- E-commerce/Electronic Commerce
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Fine/Studio Arts
- Furniture Design and Manufacturing
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- Painting
- Photography
- Printmaking
- Sculpture
- Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Minneapolis College of Art and Design Scholarships
Scholastic Portfolio Awards Scholarships
Scholarship for the Minneapolis College of Art and Design incoming freshmen who have received national ranking in the Scholastic Art Portfolio Competition. Awards are based on merit. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
MCAD Admissions Scholarships
Scholarship for full-time incoming undergraduate students enrolling at Minneapolis College of Art and Design who are pursuing a BFA/BS degree. Selection based on academic achievement and artistic talent. Number of awards and award amount may vary. more...
MCAD MFA Merit Competition
Scholarship for full-time graduate students enrolled at Minneapolis College of Art and Design who are pursuing a Master of Fine Arts. Selection based on academic achievement (minimum 3.0 GPA) and artistic potential. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Minneapolis College of Art & Design Scholarships
Scholarship for undergraduate students enrolled at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Due date may vary. Contact the college admissions office or Scholastic for more information and/or application. more...
MCAD Merit Award Scholarships
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate students enrolled at Minneapolis College of Art and Design who are pursuing a BFA/BS degree. Selection based on academic achievement (minimum 3.0 GPA) and artistic potential. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Minnesota Scholarships
Meyer Scholarship
Annual award for undergraduate students enrolled full-time at Bethany Lutheran College. Students must have a minimum 3.6 GPA and a minimum 26 ACT score. An interview is required. Award amount is for full tuition. An essay must be included with application packet. Renewable. more...
August F. & Ella M. Becker Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate students enrolled full-time at Bethel University College of Arts and Sciences. Students must be actively growing in their journey and commitment to Jesus Christ. Preference given to students from small communities in North or South Dakota or Nebraska or active members of a Baptist church (or a church with similar doctrine). Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
MinnesotaJobs.com Scholarship
Scholarship for incoming/current undergraduate students pursuing postsecondary studies at a Minnesota school leading to employment skills in the Minnesota job market. Student must complete at least 75% of credits through classroom training. Correspondence and on-line learning programs are ineligible. Recipient must be 18 years of age at the time of the award. Nonrenewable. Access the company's website for more information and to apply on-line. more...
Outstanding Political Science Student Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending Minnesota State University Moorhead, majoring in Political Science. Due date and number of awards varies. more...
David L. Andreas Anthropology Graduate Scholarship
Scholarship for graduate students attending Minnesota State University, Mankato full-time, majoring in Anthropology. Number of awards varies. more...
Legacy Scholars Scholarship-College of Education & Human Development
Scholarship for incoming freshmen enrolled full-time at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities College of Education and Human Development majoring in Family Social Science. Students must demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, and extracurricular involvement. Number of awards may vary. Renewable. more...
MSHA Scholarship
Scholarship for Minnesota Speech and Hearing Association (MSHA) members who are graduate students attending Minnesota State University Moorhead full-time, pursuing a degree in SLP, Audiology or Speech Hearing Science. Due date varies. more...
Mel Dove Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending Minnesota State University, Mankato full-time, majoring in International Business. Selection based on academic achievement, leadership, and involvement in International Business activities. Due date, number of awards and award amount varies. more...
Margo Bergstrom Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate students enrolled full-time at Bethel University College of Arts and Sciences. Preference given to students recommended by the Temple Baptist Church with financial need. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
Stacy Polzin McIntyre Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for incoming freshmen enrolled full-time at the University of Minnesota-Morris. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and participate in community, school, and church activities. Preference given to female students. Number of awards and award amount may vary. Renewable. more...