Overview
For more than a century, the College for Creative Studies has distinguished itself as one of the premier institutions of higher learning in the world. Located in the heart of Detroit’s Innovation District, CCS veritable force of talent and resources is unrivaled. Our internationally acclaimed faculty and state-of-the-art facilities provide students with the knowledge, skills, technology and hands-on experience they need to explore, make, grow and succeed in art and design. CCS offers Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees across various creative industries that feature a combination of classroom and studio work. Learn more about CCS and check out information about majors and careers. Not sure what major you are interested in? Take our “What program fits me” quiz, (https://viewbook.collegeforcreativestudies.edu/ "Check out our Undergraduate Viewbook").
Apply on our (https://www.collegeforcreativestudies.edu/apply/ "native application"), or find us on the (https://www.commonapp.org/ "Common App")!
Acceptance Rate:
93%
Average Net Price:
$25,829
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.4
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $53,350 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $53,350 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $15,272 |
| Books and Supplies | $2144 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
28%
Average Aid Per Year
$26,983
28%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,179
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$23,329
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
49%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3286
34%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,179
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
69%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,318
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,635
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$280
Students receiving federal loans
69%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,287
Average Other Loans Per Year
$20,690
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
1132
Students Applied
286
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | December 1 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | February 1 | |
| Other | April 1 |
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
3.4
Average GPA
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
1,459
Total Number of Undergrads
1,399
0
100
41%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
62%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
46
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
34
Countries Represented
17
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
23%
Student Organizations
21
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
26%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
46%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Peacocks
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$50,700
Top 5 Cities
Detroit
Los Angeles
New York
Chicago
San Francisco
Top 5 Employers
College for Creative Studies
General Motors
Ford Motor Company
FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
GTB
Top 5 Sectors
Arts and Design
Business Development
Education
Marketing
Engineering
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,635
Loan Default Rate
5%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$280
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