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Maryland Institute College of Art

Baltimore, MD · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City

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About Maryland Institute College of Art

The Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) is a private art and design college in Baltimore, Maryland. Founded in 1826 as the Maryland Institute for the Promotion of the Mechanic Arts, it is regarded as one of the oldest art colleges in the United States. MICA is a member of the Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design (AICAD), a consortium of US art schools. The college hosts pre-college, post-baccalaureate, continuing studies, Master of Fine Arts, and Bachelor of Fine Arts programs, as well as young peoples' studio art classes.

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77%

Acceptance

$42,729

Net price

1,189

Enrollment

72%

Grad rate

Report Card

B+

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

D

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C+

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

D

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

A

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

77%

Acceptance rate

1,258

SAT average

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading570670
SAT Math508635
ACT Composite2533

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$42,729

Average net price

$56,800

In-state tuition

$56,800

Out-of-state tuition

$20,400

Room & board

$1,500

Books & supplies

$76,860

Total cost of attendance

23%

Students receiving Pell grants

41%

Students with federal loans

$26,500

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$32,389
$30–48K
$35,223
$48–75K
$45,071
$75–110K
$45,906
$110K+
$50,918

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$45,212

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$33,451

Median earnings (6 yrs)

72%

Graduation rate

83%

Retention rate

67%

Earn more than a HS grad

$19,211

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

1,189

Total enrollment

5%

Part-time

20

Avg. age at entry

17%

First-generation

Gender balance

76% women
24% men

Race & ethnicity

White
32%
Hispanic
12%
Black
11%
Asian
9%
Two or more races
6%

Maryland Institute College of Art FAQ

Is Maryland Institute College of Art a public or private school?

Maryland Institute College of Art is a private nonprofit institution located in Baltimore, MD.

What is the acceptance rate at Maryland Institute College of Art?

Maryland Institute College of Art has an acceptance rate of 77%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Maryland Institute College of Art cost?

The average annual net price at Maryland Institute College of Art is $42,729 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $56,800.

What is the graduation rate at Maryland Institute College of Art?

About 72% of students at Maryland Institute College of Art complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Maryland Institute College of Art graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Maryland Institute College of Art students earn a median of $45,212 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Maryland Institute College of Art?

Admitted students at Maryland Institute College of Art have an average SAT score of 1,258. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Maryland Institute College of Art?

Maryland Institute College of Art enrolls about 1,189 students.

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