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 Ranran Hu 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 Ross Baumgard Bryn Estlund MCAD's student body includes more than 800 students from 45 states and 15 countries. Explore Endless Creativity Previous Slide Image Kiley Friese Image Nicky Dolan Image Nori Donais Image Julian Deyo Image Amber Steinbach Image Reed Morraine Ross Image Kam McLane Image Bastian Stark Image Jay Slaske Image Sophia Jabbour-Uban Next Slide Get InvolvedMCAD welcomes you. Through unique events, lectures, alumni programs, and more, there are endless opportunities for everyone to join in. Image Alumni Profile Shen Wei BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design MCAD alumni are accomplished makers, culture shapers, and problem solvers. Anna Lyle MFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design BArch, Mississippi State University Jesús Li MFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Kayla Campbell MFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design BFA, Montana State University Hollie Leggett BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Joshua Van Patter BS, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Adam Smith BS, 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 17 June 2025John Hallett Creates Sculpture for Rockwell Park Image John Hallett ’24, MFA, is marking a major milestone for Oconomowoc with a new bronze sculpture titled Harmony, to be unveiled this summer at the newly completed John and Lavinia Rockwell Park. News 16 June 2025Minneapolis College of Art and Design Promotes Dr. Melissa Rands ‘97 to Vice President of Academic Affairs 16 June 2025Suyao Tian Announced as Featured Artist at 2025 Austin ArtWorks Festival 15 June 2025Artist Proves it's Never Too Late in "Between Doubt and Desire." 14 June 2025Old Girl in a Tutu Premieres in Hollywood View all news