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Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD) is a private, nonprofit college in Minneapolis, Minnesota, focused on visual arts, design, and creative media. Founded in 1886, it offers undergraduate and graduate programs including BFAs in fine arts, illustration, graphic design, photography, animation, and product design, as well as MA and MFA degrees. MCAD emphasizes studio-based, hands-on learning with small class sizes and strong ties to the Twin Cities creative industry. The college sits in Minneapolis’s Whittier neighborhood near downtown and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). MCAD is known for its professional preparation, internship opportunities, and active gallery and exhibition culture, attracting students who want a dedicated art and design education rather than a broad research-university experience.
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Academics & Programs
12 programs catalogued.
Admissions Intelligence
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Entry requirements
- IELTS
- 6.5+
- TOEFL
- 79+
- Duolingo
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- PTE
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- Application deadline
- Varies
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Full tuition + stipend + travel. International graduate students; competitive country quotas.
Full funding for 1 year non-degree. Mid-career professionals from designated countries.
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Post-study & PR
Most United States universities offer 2-3 year post-study work options for international graduates.
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