MINNEAPOLIS COLLEGE of ART and DESIGN A Continual Process of Forming and TransformingMCAD invites exploration and experimentation in your creative practice. Choose from courses ranging from fine arts and design to entrepreneurship and sustainability. With so many choices, where do you see yourself on this journey? Explore Our Programs Dylan Gfroerer Why MCAD? Offering a transformative education open to all backgrounds, MCAD gets you ready to confidently lead and practice in an ever-evolving world. It’s where students find their personal and professional purpose as creative leaders. Learn About Us Daniel Acevedo Ranran Hu MCAD's student body includes more than 800 students from 46 states, DC and 19 countries. Explore Endless Creativity Previous Slide Image Hannah Butala Image Nicholas C. Lents Image Hollie Leggett Image Daniel Acevedo Image Kiley Friese Image Nicky Dolan Image Ell Bueno Image Branson Aila Image Nori Donais Image Macintosh Harroun Next Slide Get InvolvedMCAD welcomes you. Through unique events, lectures, alumni programs, and more, there are endless opportunities for everyone to join in. Events 18 April 2026The Auction at MCAD6:00 PM MCAD Main Gallery 07 May - 07 June 2026What Holds and What Breaks: 2024 McKnight Visual Artist Fellows Exhibition10:00 AM Minnesota Museum of American Art View all events Image Alumni Profile Gina Louise BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design MCAD alumni are accomplished makers, culture shapers, and problem solvers. Jennifer Breiter BFA, American Academy of Art MA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Donchelle Santiaguin-Rollins BFA, La Sierra University MA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Kimberly Rashad BFA, Syracuse University MA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Nastia Fisco BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Justin Robert Lees BS, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Sara Suppan BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design More than 97% of MCAD students receive some kind of financial aid. Support MCAD’s mission to offer a world-class education to all. Ways to Give News 08 April 2026R.T. Ryback Speaks with MCAD Class about Community and Advertising Image R.T. Rybak, former Minneapolis Mayor and President of the Minneapolis Foundation, paid a visit to Nancy Rice’s Integrated Advertising class to speak with students about their current and future creative practices. News 07 April 2026Graciela DeAnda Featured in "Bold Journey" 06 April 2026Minnesota Music Archive Project Launches 05 April 2026Minneapolis Neighborhood Spotlight: Whittier’s Growth Anchored by Arts Education 04 April 2026Dan McAvey's Bog Plein Air Paintings View all news