C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100

Maryland Institute College of Art

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Baltimore, Maryland 21217
🌐 www.mica.edu/
Outcomes
B+
81/100
Affordability
F
18/100
Resources
C+
64/100
Experience
A
86/100
Prestige
D
37/100

Quick Stats

1,861
Total Enrollment
71%
Graduation Rate
85%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
77%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Maryland Institute College of Art Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $90,660
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,576/mo — vs ~$1,318/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 21223 (17.6% cap, Baltimore)

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🏆 Where Maryland Institute College of Art Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Intermedia/Multimedia
of 7 schools
#4
Painting
of 7 schools
#9
Illustration
of 28 schools
#14
Design and Applied Arts, Other
of 17 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $53,160 $53,160
Room $11,860
Board $8,064
Total Cost (On-Campus) $78,224 $78,224

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
30%
Receive Pell Grants
59%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,861
Total Students
76%
Women
91%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 32%
Hispanic 10%
Black 13%
Asian 10%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 22%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 76%
Hybrid (Some Online) 8%
Fully Online 15%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 91%
25-64 (Adult) 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Maryland Institute College of Art?
Maryland Institute College of Art has an acceptance rate of 77%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Maryland Institute College of Art?
Tuition at Maryland Institute College of Art is $53,160 for in-state students and $53,160 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Maryland Institute College of Art?
The graduation rate at Maryland Institute College of Art is 71%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Maryland Institute College of Art a good school?
Maryland Institute College of Art has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Maryland Institute College of Art?
Maryland Institute College of Art has a total enrollment of 1,861 students. Most students (91%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology