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Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Minneapolis, MNPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Moderately Selective • 48% Acceptance
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48%
Accept Rate
Moderately Selective
$29,926
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
705
Students
Small campus body
$35,198
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Minneapolis College of Art and Design is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Minneapolis, MN. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 705 students and has an admission acceptance rate of 48%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
705 (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
48% (Moderately Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading600 - 710
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math530 - 630
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite21 - 29
1typical 50% range36
48%
Acceptance Rate
Moderately Selective

Top Majors & Programs

Business & Marketing4% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Graphic Communications.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,745
Earnings 5yr: $41,878
Debt: $27,000
Design and Applied Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $39,467
Earnings 5yr: $45,820
Debt: $27,000
Fine and Studio Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $32,667
Earnings 5yr: $36,667
Debt: $30,250
Fine and Studio Arts.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $51,081
Debt: N/A
Film/Video and Photographic Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $31,566
Debt: $27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Design and Applied Arts.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Design and Applied Arts.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Visual and Performing Arts, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Woodworking.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$29,926
In-State Tuition$45,484
Out-of-State Tuition$45,484
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

42%
Pell Grants
75%
Take Loans
66%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$35,198
+16% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$40,873

Completion Signals

51%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
75%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,225
Est. Monthly Payment
$208/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

30%
Men
70%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 30% men and 70% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
21%
Part-Time Share
0%
Avg Family Income
$71,393
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