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 Faith Miller 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 Sofia Vasquez Ella Ratliff 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 20 - 22 November 2025MCAD Art Sale6:00 PM MCAD Main Building View all events Image Alumni Profile Justin Robert Lees BS, Minneapolis College of Art and Design MCAD alumni are accomplished makers, culture shapers, and problem solvers. Katya Kisin BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Mercedes Joy Knapp BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Illustration London King BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Anna Lyle MFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design BArch, Mississippi State University Jesús Li MFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Gaelen Elliott 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 09 November 2025MCAD Alum Kristine Thueson to Judge 8th Annual Holiday Art Show & Sale Image Kristine Thueson ’91 has been selected as the juror for the Chisholm Trail Arts Council’s (CTAC) 8th Annual Holiday Art Show & Sale, where over $3,000 in prizes will be awarded to local artists. News 08 November 2025Jamie Owens Hosts Northeast Art Gala Featuring MCAD Alumni 07 November 2025Pope Brothers Exhibit Work at University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 07 November 2025Woody Olsen Shows Florescent Paintings in New Exhibit 06 November 2025Mary Welke Wraps up Poland Residency with Roots View all news