MCAD is a well known private art college.
People that attend MCAD love art and love what they do.
If you're not one of these people then MCAD isn't for you.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Don't be too nervous. Sure it's basically a new school and you don't know anyone. But just be yourself and you'll find friends who you can get along with and who share your interests. Believe me, once you pick your major you'll have plenty of people to talk to and interact with. As long as you're not a jerk.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
It's best for you and your teachers if you show up to class, put in an effort and prove that you want to be going to school at MCAD. The teachers at MCAD are obviously there to teach you and unlike high school that's all they're there for. They aren't meant to babysit you and send you and email asking why weren't you in class today?. If you can't show up to class and you don't take your personal time to either send an email or visit their offices in person then they are going to assume you don't care about their class and if you don't care why should they.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
I can't say I personally know much about dorm life being that I am a commuter student. However from hanging out with friends who live on campus I can say that the dorms are well kept up with and if any maintenance issues arise they are taken care of relatively quickly, as long as you notify the janitorial staff. Also, students who live on campus most often have an easier time than those who commute because they don't have to worry about traveling very far to get home. On the other hand when they need supplies which they need to buy off campus, then things get a little more difficult for them.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Within less than two blocks from campus you can come across a range of restaurants. From The Bad Waitress Coffee Shop to Pho Hoe Vietnamese Restaurant and Christos Greek Restaurant to A Slice Of New York. And along with food there's coffee at the Spyhouse Coffee Shop.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There are plenty of things to do for fun, depending on what you want to do. I would generally suggest searching for places within Minneapolis that interest you and go to or go do them. However MCAD does have an extensive list of clubs and activities you can participate in, either on or off campus.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
MCAD is a private college, a private ART college so yes it is quite spend-y. But I do believe it is worth the price to go to a school like MCAD with it's staff and faculty who have worked in their respective fields who have hands on experience and can use that knowledge to teach their students, thus preparing them a little better. On top of the wonderful faculty the dorms for MCAD are all located on campus, there is a Bistro which has a wide range of delicious and nutritious food, there are several restaurants within walking distance of campus, the school provides weekly trips to nearby grocery stores for students living on campus. Also on several occasions the school provides free food during events held at MCAD.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
I myself am unaware if there are any unusual traditions or locations on campus.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
MCAD, being an art college, is obviously great for students who are artistically talented or artistically inclined. And it doesn't matter your background, religion, ethnicity, orientation, etc because you are guaranteed to find people you can relate to here and who relate to you.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
MCAD has a full range of clubs and activities for students to do. From sports clubs to Pokemon fan clubs. Also you can pretty much make up your own club, you just need members and approval.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Campus safety is wonderful. Between the security personnel of the school and of the Minneapolis Institute of Arts next door the school security sweeps a several block range around the school. Students can also request to be driven home, if they live within a determined range, if they have needed to stay late and have no other safe way home.
MCAD is a well known private art college. People that attend MCAD love art and love what they do. If you're not one of these people then MCAD isn't for you.
Don't be too nervous. Sure it's basically a new school and you don't know anyone. But just be yourself and you'll find friends who you can get along with and who share your interests. Believe me, once you pick your major you'll have plenty of people to talk to and interact with. As long as you're not a jerk.
It's best for you and your teachers if you show up to class, put in an effort and prove that you want to be going to school at MCAD. The teachers at MCAD are obviously there to teach you and unlike high school that's all they're there for. They aren't meant to babysit you and send you and email asking why weren't you in class today?. If you can't show up to class and you don't take your personal time to either send an email or visit their offices in person then they are going to assume you don't care about their class and if you don't care why should they.
I can't say I personally know much about dorm life being that I am a commuter student. However from hanging out with friends who live on campus I can say that the dorms are well kept up with and if any maintenance issues arise they are taken care of relatively quickly, as long as you notify the janitorial staff. Also, students who live on campus most often have an easier time than those who commute because they don't have to worry about traveling very far to get home. On the other hand when they need supplies which they need to buy off campus, then things get a little more difficult for them.
Within less than two blocks from campus you can come across a range of restaurants. From The Bad Waitress Coffee Shop to Pho Hoe Vietnamese Restaurant and Christos Greek Restaurant to A Slice Of New York. And along with food there's coffee at the Spyhouse Coffee Shop.
There are plenty of things to do for fun, depending on what you want to do. I would generally suggest searching for places within Minneapolis that interest you and go to or go do them. However MCAD does have an extensive list of clubs and activities you can participate in, either on or off campus.
MCAD is a private college, a private ART college so yes it is quite spend-y. But I do believe it is worth the price to go to a school like MCAD with it's staff and faculty who have worked in their respective fields who have hands on experience and can use that knowledge to teach their students, thus preparing them a little better. On top of the wonderful faculty the dorms for MCAD are all located on campus, there is a Bistro which has a wide range of delicious and nutritious food, there are several restaurants within walking distance of campus, the school provides weekly trips to nearby grocery stores for students living on campus. Also on several occasions the school provides free food during events held at MCAD.
I myself am unaware if there are any unusual traditions or locations on campus.
MCAD, being an art college, is obviously great for students who are artistically talented or artistically inclined. And it doesn't matter your background, religion, ethnicity, orientation, etc because you are guaranteed to find people you can relate to here and who relate to you.
MCAD has a full range of clubs and activities for students to do. From sports clubs to Pokemon fan clubs. Also you can pretty much make up your own club, you just need members and approval.
Campus safety is wonderful. Between the security personnel of the school and of the Minneapolis Institute of Arts next door the school security sweeps a several block range around the school. Students can also request to be driven home, if they live within a determined range, if they have needed to stay late and have no other safe way home.