Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Minneapolis College of Art and Design is moderately difficult to get into. Around 66% of applicants get into Minneapolis College of Art and Design each year. Out of 638 applications received in 2023, 418 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to Minneapolis College of Art and Design, the regular decision application deadline is April 1 and the fee for the application is $50.

Minneapolis College of Art and Design Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Minneapolis College of Art and Design's admissions stats.

Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	1%
Waitlist	No

Minneapolis College of Art and Design Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	December 1	December 15
Regular Decision	Yes	4 1	–

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Applying Early to Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

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Minneapolis College of Art and Design does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. Minneapolis College of Art and Design will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

Some students apply to college early to increase their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of admission, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Minneapolis College of Art and Design Admissions

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Transferring to Minneapolis College of Art and Design

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Minneapolis College of Art and Design has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Wondering what factors are considered by Minneapolis College of Art and Design during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Interview	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with Minneapolis College of Art and Design for more information on admission factors.

Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Minneapolis College of Art and Design, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Minneapolis College of Art and Design's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	√	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

Students admitted to Minneapolis College of Art and Design have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Minneapolis College of Art and Design is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 1% of Minneapolis College of Art and Design's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application.

More Information on Transferring to Minneapolis College of Art and Design

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is April 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Minneapolis College of Art and Design during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Minneapolis College of Art and Design Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

Does Minneapolis College of Art and Design accept transfer credits?

✅ Minneapolis College of Art and Design accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Minneapolis College of Art and Design accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Minneapolis College of Art and Design accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

❌ No, Minneapolis College of Art and Design is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

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

✅ The acceptance rate for Minneapolis College of Art and Design is 66%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

❌ Minneapolis College of Art and Design does not offer early decision.

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