Columbus College of Art & Design
Columbus College of Art & Design

Columbus College of Art & Design

Columbus, OH, USA
Private
4 Year

Overview

Founded in 1879, The Columbus College of Art & Design is one of the oldest art and design colleges in the United States. With a campus adjacent to the Columbus Museum of Art, CCAD confers bachelor’s degrees in 12 artistic fields of study such as Illustration and Interior Design. In addition to classroom and studio space, CCAD features an animation studio and 3D printer. Every spring, CCAD holds an annual Fashion Show featuring the work of student designers.

Acceptance Rate:
91%
Average Net Price:
$27,847
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.4
Average ACT Composite
21
Average SAT Composite
1087

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Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$27,847
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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.
$39,650
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.
$39,650
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$11,450
Books and Supplies
$2200
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$20,215
$30k - $48k
$19,246
$48k - $75k
$22,071
$75k - $110k
$26,583
$110k+
$16,789
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
62%
Need Met
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.
39%
Average Aid Per Year
$23,246
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.
39%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,167
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$18,604

 

Students receiving state aid
26%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3311
Students receiving federal aid
100%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,167
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$28,095
$30k - $48k
$26,481
$48k - $75k
$22,930
$75k - $110k
$19,947
$110k+
$16,631
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$15,173,100
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$2,841,726

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.
80%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,278
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.
$21,500
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.
$258
Students receiving federal loans
78%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,530
Average Other Loans Per Year
$18,207

 

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
0
100
91%
Acceptance Rate
776
Students Applied
84%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
15
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is not checked
No
SAT Subject Tests
Item is checked
Yes
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Application Fee
$50
Applications Accepted
Online Application
Online Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
67%
Out-Of-State Students
26%
76%
Submitting ACT
19%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 21
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1087
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
460
75th
590
Reading
25th
510
75th
630
3.4
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
18%
3.50 - 3.74
18%
3.25 - 3.49
19%
3.00 - 3.24
15%
2.50 - 2.99
22%
2.00 - 2.49
7%

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 877-997-2223
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
972
Total Number of Undergrads
956
0
100
53%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
61%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
  • Honors Program
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
78%
20-39 Students
21%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
14

Faculty Overview

Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Multi-Racial
Unknown

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
30%
70%
Residency
In-State Students
67%
Out-Of-State Students
26%
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
38
Countries Represented
23
Ethnicity
African American
11%
Asian/Pacific Islander
4%
Hispanic
8%
White
66%
Multiracial
5%
Unknown
4%
Percent of First Generation Students
25%
Student Organizations
19
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Item is not checked
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
20%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
35%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Intramural Sports
1

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$39,800
Top 5 Cities
Columbus
New York
Akron
Cincinnati
Los Angeles
Top 5 Employers
Columbus College of Art & Design
Abercrombie & Fitch
Nationwide
The Ohio State University
McGraw-Hill Education
Top 5 Sectors
Arts and Design
Business Development
Education
Operations
Marketing
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.
$21,500
Loan Default Rate
8%
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.
$258
I thought learning foundation classes would have been a hassle when I first came to the school. But after now finishing my first year I couldn't have been happier. Most of the basic information (such as color theory or art history) is really important and the teachers at this school make sure you're learning this information in the best way an artist can. That is by creating their lessons to suit the students creative minds.
Amanda from West Chester, OH
The professors and being in class will only teach you so much. As is typical in an art major, you need to dedicate a large amount, if not all, of your time to practicing, doing your homework/projects, and researching techniques, methods, and materials. If you simply sit in class and wait for a lightning bolt of inspiration or talent to hit you, you'll never succeed in the visual art field. Especially in art, you need to be proactive about your own education.
Danielle from Columbus, OH
I seen what the student can do there and it was all phenomenal!
Makaylee from Meadville, PA
The way I can describe this school is on three things the faculty and staff, the dorm rooms, and the amount of chances you'll have to talk with famous artist. the facility is kind and supportive. the dorm rooms for the freshman and upperclassmen are great and well equipped for the seasons. The the amount of chances you'll get to meet artist from professions like Disney are great as well.
DaMonte from Euclid, OH
It is a small school in the middle of city so you have a great sense of community and surrounded by a lot of opportunity. There are always school and student ran events and every teacher I've had here goes out of their way to make sure you are learning the material and creating to the best of your ability.
Jessika from Columbus, OH
Very upbeat, personal and inviting. The Faculty is by far one of biggest reasons I'm comfortable here. If you're dedicated to working hard, then you'll love it here.
Kirsten from Columbus, OH
Great environment, and everyone is so crazy and wonderful. It's a lot of fun going here, but be prepared to work. This is not a push over school, but the education and job opportunities are totally worth the stress.
Madison from Middletown, OH
Facilities are great, many resources for artists. Cafeteria food needs work, but they are trying to fix it. Teachers are lacking outside of Fine Arts and Fashion Design.
Jake
I have completely enjoyed my first 2 years at CCAD. I have found the professors and staff at CCAD to be caring and strive to help me grow as an artist. Columbus College of Art and Design is the top school in the nation for arts studies...........now I know why.
Amanda from West Chester, OH