Average

Score: 53/100

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202

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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 63%

Outcomes

B+

77/100

Affordability

13/100

Resources

C+

61/100

Experience

B+

80/100

Prestige

33/100

Quick Stats

885

Total Enrollment

63%

Graduation Rate

84%

Retention Rate

11.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

63%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $369,577
Avg rent near campus: $1,743/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 53206 (8.2% cap, Milwaukee)

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🏆 Where Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design Ranks

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

#18

Illustration

of 28 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$40,480	$40,480
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$55,602	$55,602

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

37%

Receive Pell Grants

84%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Illustration 89 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 50 grads/yr Graphic Design 44 grads/yr Industrial and Product Design 22 grads/yr Interior Architecture 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design's top programs commonly pursue.

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 122,800 jobs

Artists and related workers, all other

$73k/yr 13,900 jobs

Set and exhibit designers

$66k/yr 31,300 jobs

Designers, all other

$66k/yr 28,600 jobs

Fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators

$61k/yr 26,500 jobs

Art directors

$111k/yr 135,000 jobs

Special effects artists and animators

$100k/yr 57,100 jobs

Web and digital interface designers

$98k/yr 128,900 jobs

Student Demographics

885

Total Students

79%

Women

96%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 65%

Hispanic 17%

Black 6%

Asian 5%

Two or More 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 72%

Hybrid (Some Online) 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%

25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design?

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design has an acceptance rate of 63%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design?

Tuition at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design is $40,480 for in-state students and $40,480 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design?

The graduation rate at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design is 63%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design a good school?

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (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 (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design?

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design has a total enrollment of 885 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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