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 Sofie Nevala Bid Online 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 Amara Agba Nori Donais 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. Events 14 June - 19 July 2025Break Room: MCAD Staff Exhibition9:00 AM Main Gallery 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 31 May 2025Karen Wirth to Reflect on Fellowship Year in Artist Talk at Open Book Image Karen Wirth Karen Wirth, professor emeritus and 2024 McKnight Book Artist Fellow, will present an artist talk at Open Book’s Performance Hall. News 31 May 2025Karen Wirth's Exhibit Praised in Star Tribune 30 May 20252024/25 MCAD–Jerome Fellow Interview: Nik Nerburn 29 May 20252024/25 MCAD–Jerome Fellow Interview: Ger Xiong/Ntxawg Xyooj 28 May 20252024/25 MCAD–Jerome Fellow Interview: Amy Usdin View all news