C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
33/100 · earnings-weighted

Minneapolis College of Art and Design

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404
Outcomes
B+
79/100
Affordability
F
15/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
B+
80/100
Prestige
C
43/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

824
Total Enrollment
69%
Graduation Rate
82%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
48%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Minneapolis College of Art and Design, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$40,873
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$35,198
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
51.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,161
Average SAT
42.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 66% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 6th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MN wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Graphic Communications$24,427$43,745+1%#30 of 59#37$27,000
Design and Applied Arts$23,687$39,467-23%#273 of 299#283$26,950
Fine and Studio Arts$14,829$32,667-21%#388 of 423#402$27,000
Film/Video and Photographic Arts$26,156————$27,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Minneapolis College of Art and Design Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $242,504
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,426/mo — vs ~$846/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 55454 (9.4% cap, Minneapolis)

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🏆 Where Minneapolis College of Art and Design Ranks

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

#12
Illustration
of 28 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $43,374 $43,374
Room $7,610
Board $4,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $60,374 $60,374

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
80%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

824
Total Students
69%
Women
92%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Hispanic 11%
Black 6%
Asian 7%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 72%
Hybrid (Some Online) 19%
Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 92%
25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Minneapolis College of Art and Design?
Minneapolis College of Art and Design has an acceptance rate of 48%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Minneapolis College of Art and Design?
Tuition at Minneapolis College of Art and Design is $43,374 for in-state students and $43,374 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Minneapolis College of Art and Design?
The graduation rate at Minneapolis College of Art and Design is 69%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Minneapolis College of Art and Design a good school?
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 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 (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Minneapolis College of Art and Design?
Minneapolis College of Art and Design has a total enrollment of 824 students. Most students (92%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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