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 Rebeckah Regennitter 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 Stella Healey Kasandra Suarez MCAD's student body includes more than 800 students from 45 states and 15 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 Nori Donais Image Julian Deyo Image Amber Steinbach Image Reed Morraine Ross Next Slide Get InvolvedMCAD welcomes you. Through unique events, lectures, alumni programs, and more, there are endless opportunities for everyone to join in. Events 27 March 2025McKnight Visual Artist Discussion Series: Adriel Luis, Kaamil A. Haider, Keren Kroul, and Mark Ostapchuk6:30 PM Minneapolis Institute of Art, Pillsbury Auditorium 07 April 2025Visiting Artist Lecture: Kei Ito1:00 PM Auditorium 150 08 April 2025Alec Soth Studio Tour & Book Signing 5:30 PM View all events 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 22 March 2025Minneapolis Ranked Among Best Cities for Working Families in 2025 Image A new study from Elevate Leadership ranks Minneapolis fifteenth among the Best Cities for Working Families in 2025, earning an A. The study analyzed factors like daycare costs, commute times, rental affordability, and walkability. News 20 March 2025Kamin Wins Regional Emmy 19 March 2025Justin Robert Lees Plays Key Role in Apple Intelligence Launch for Vision Pro 18 March 2025Emma Beatrez Explores Ritual and Identity in "Polyester" at HAIR+NAILS Gallery 16 March 2025MCAD Thesis Tutor invited to Minnesota Film Festival 2025 View all news