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Maryland Institute College of Art

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world rank  1954

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Overview

Maryland Institute College of Art is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Founded in 1826, Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. MICA provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 200-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 80-89%. It is considered a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. MICA also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Maryland Institute College of Art's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Maryland Institute College of Art's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Maryland Institute College of Art' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Maryland Institute College of Art's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
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Acronym MICA
Founded 1826
Motto
Colours Blue and yellow
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Location

Address 1300 Mount Royal Avenue
Baltimore
21217-4134 Maryland
United States
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Maryland Institute College of Art Phone Number (410) 669 9200
Maryland Institute College of Art Fax Number (410) 669 9206
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Maryland Institute College of Art is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1967


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Maryland Institute College of Art's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Maryland Institute College of Art as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Maryland Institute College of Art Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Maryland Institute College of Art is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Maryland Institute College of Art's academic range and degree level offering.



Maryland Institute College of Art: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes
M&H
S&T Yes
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Programs and Courses

Maryland Institute College of Art Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Maryland Institute College of Art Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Maryland Institute College of Art categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Maryland Institute College of Art.



Maryland Institute College of Art: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)
International
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Maryland Institute College of Art Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Maryland Institute College of Art website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Maryland Institute College of Art Admission Info


Maryland Institute College of Art's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Maryland Institute College of Art is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Maryland Institute College of Art's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Maryland Institute College of Art has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Maryland Institute College of Art's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Maryland Institute College of Art's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Maryland Institute College of Art's Admission Office Admission Office

1300 Mount Royal Avenue
Baltimore 21217-4134
(410) 225 2222


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Maryland Institute College of Art's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Maryland Institute College of Art Size and Profile


Maryland Institute College of Art's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Maryland Institute College of Art has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Maryland Institute College of Art's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Maryland Institute College of Art's academic staff ranges from 800 to 899 members.


Maryland Institute College of Art's Control Type Control Type

Maryland Institute College of Art is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Maryland Institute College of Art's Entity Type Entity Type

Maryland Institute College of Art is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Maryland Institute College of Art's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Maryland Institute College of Art's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Maryland Institute College of Art's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Maryland Institute College of Art adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Maryland Institute College of Art's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Maryland Institute College of Art is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Maryland Institute College of Art Facilities


Maryland Institute College of Art's Library University Library

Yes Visit Maryland Institute College of Art's Library
Maryland Institute College of Art's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 71,536 physical volumes, 6,705 physical media, 918 digital/electronic media and 34 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 14 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Maryland Institute College of Art's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Maryland Institute College of Art's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Maryland Institute College of Art provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 997 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Maryland Institute College of Art's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Maryland Institute College of Art's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Maryland Institute College of Art Services


Maryland Institute College of Art's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Maryland Institute College of Art's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Maryland Institute College of Art's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Maryland Institute College of Art's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Maryland Institute College of Art's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Maryland Institute College of Art Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Maryland Institute College of Art Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Maryland Institute College of Art's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design (AICAD)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maryland Institute College of Art public or private?

Maryland Institute College of Art is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Maryland Institute College of Art profit or non-profit?

Maryland Institute College of Art is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Maryland Institute College of Art in terms of enrollment?

Maryland Institute College of Art has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Maryland Institute College of Art in terms of academic staff?

Maryland Institute College of Art's academic staff ranges from 800 to 899 members.

Is Maryland Institute College of Art a coeducational institution?

Maryland Institute College of Art is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Maryland Institute College of Art use?

Maryland Institute College of Art adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Maryland Institute College of Art affiliated with?

None.

Does Maryland Institute College of Art admit international students?

Yes.

What is Maryland Institute College of Art's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Maryland Institute College of Art's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Maryland Institute College of Art MICA?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). International students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Maryland Institute College of Art MICA located?

Maryland Institute College of Art is located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Address: 1300 Mount Royal Avenue.

Is Maryland Institute College of Art MICA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Maryland Institute College of Art is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (since 1967).

Does Maryland Institute College of Art offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Maryland Institute College of Art offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Maryland Institute College of Art have a university library?

Yes Maryland Institute College of Art's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 71,536 physical volumes, 6,705 physical media, 918 digital/electronic media and 34 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 14 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Maryland Institute College of Art's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Maryland Institute College of Art provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Maryland Institute College of Art provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 997 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Maryland Institute College of Art have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Maryland Institute College of Art offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Maryland Institute College of Art offer career services?

Yes

Does Maryland Institute College of Art offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Maryland Institute College of Art have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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