Maryland Institute College of Art

Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) is a private art and design college located in Baltimore, Maryland. Founded in 1826, it is one of the oldest independent colleges of art in the United States. MICA offers undergraduate and graduate programs in fine arts, design, media arts, art education, and critical studies, and is recognized for its strong emphasis on creative practice, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. The college enrolls around 2,100 students, including a significant international population, and maintains an urban campus in the Bolton Hill and Mount Royal neighborhoods of Baltimore. Its facilities include academic studios, galleries, a library, student housing, and specialized maker spaces. MICA is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, and is frequently ranked among the top art schools in the country.