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 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 16 May 2025MFA Thesis Exhibition 20256:00 PM MFA Gallery 17 May 2025Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony3:00 PM Children's Theatre Main Stage 17 May 2025Spring 2025 Commencement Exhibition5:00 PM 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 09 May 20252025/26 Merit Scholarship Recipient: Kallie Rollenhagen Image she/herMaster of Arts, Graphic and Web DesignMA in Graphic and Web Design Merit ScholarshipNorthfield, MN News 09 May 20252025/26 Merit Scholarship Recipient: Emily Morrison Weeks 08 May 2025Deanes and Aiken Use Enamel to Speak Volumes in “Heated Discussion” 07 May 2025Jennifer Nevitt in Conversation with Charles Matson Lume 06 May 20252025/26 Merit Scholarship Recipient: Kasandra Suarez View all news