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Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Minneapolis, MN · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Admission rate
49%
Selective
Average net price
$26,849
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
54%
Median earnings
$50,254
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Minneapolis College of Art and Design is a private nonprofit college in Minneapolis, MN with 705 undergraduates. It admits 49% of applicants, and admitted students average 1161 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $26,849 per year ($18,437 for families earning under $30,000). 54% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $50,254 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
49%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
885
Fall 2023
Admitted
428
Fall 2023
Yield
40%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing600–710
200800
SAT Math530–630
200800
ACT Composite21–29
136

What Minneapolis College of Art and Design looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$63,802
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$47,264

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$18,437
  • $30–48k$18,488
  • $48–75k$22,186
  • $75–110k$28,228
  • $110k+$37,629

Get a personal estimate with Minneapolis College of Art and Design's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
54%
Freshman retention
75%
Median earnings
$50,254
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
705
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
48%
  • White64%
  • Hispanic12%
  • Black6%
  • Asian6%

Minneapolis College of Art and Design FAQ

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

Minneapolis College of Art and Design admits 49% of applicants, which makes it selective.

What SAT score do you need for Minneapolis College of Art and Design?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 600–710 on SAT Reading and Writing and 530–630 on SAT Math; the average total is 1161.

What ACT score do you need for Minneapolis College of Art and Design?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 21–29.

Is Minneapolis College of Art and Design test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Minneapolis College of Art and Design?+

In Fall 2023, 885 students applied to Minneapolis College of Art and Design and 428 were admitted; 169 enrolled.

Does Minneapolis College of Art and Design consider legacy status?+

No. Minneapolis College of Art and Design reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Minneapolis College of Art and Design require an essay?+

Minneapolis College of Art and Design reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Minneapolis College of Art and Design cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $63,802 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,849.

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

54% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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