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College for Creative Studies

Detroit, MI · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Admission rate
92%
Open
Average net price
$32,332
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
55%
Median earnings
$54,082
10 years after enrolling

Summary

College for Creative Studies is a private nonprofit college in Detroit, MI with 1,230 undergraduates. It admits 92% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $32,332 per year ($26,496 for families earning under $30,000). 55% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $54,082 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
92%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,132
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,050
Fall 2023
Yield
25%
of admitted students enrolled

What College for Creative Studies looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$69,614
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$55,460

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$26,496
  • $30–48k$23,197
  • $48–75k$26,155
  • $75–110k$34,686
  • $110k+$41,858

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Outcomes

Graduation rate
55%
Freshman retention
82%
Median earnings
$54,082
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$25,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,230
Student–faculty ratio
10:1
Receive Pell grants
32%
  • White51%
  • Hispanic6%
  • Black13%
  • Asian5%

College for Creative Studies FAQ

What is College for Creative Studies's acceptance rate?+

College for Creative Studies admits 92% of applicants, which makes it open.

Is College for Creative Studies test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to College for Creative Studies?+

In Fall 2023, 1,132 students applied to College for Creative Studies and 1,050 were admitted; 262 enrolled.

Does College for Creative Studies consider legacy status?+

No. College for Creative Studies reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does College for Creative Studies require an essay?+

College for Creative Studies reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does College for Creative Studies cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $69,614 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $32,332.

What is College for Creative Studies's graduation rate?+

55% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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