The Modern College of Design

The Modern College of Design is not competitive to get into. Around 91% of applicants get into The Modern College of Design each year. Out of 313 applications received in 2023, 286 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to The Modern College of Design, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

The Modern College of Design Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of The Modern College of Design's admissions stats.

The Modern College of Design 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.1
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

The Modern College of Design Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The Modern College of Design.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	Info Not Available	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	–	–

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Applying Early to The Modern College of Design?

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The Modern College of Design offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, which means you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

Some students apply early in hopes that it will increase their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of being admitted, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on The Modern College of Design Admissions

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Is The Modern College of Design Challenging To Get Into?

It is not competitive to get into The Modern College of Design. The Modern College of Design evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, The Modern College of Design accepted 91% of all applicants, around 286 from the 313 applicants.

Schools that are not competitive to get into, like The Modern College of Design, accept virtually all applicants regardless of high school rank or test scores.

Transferring to The Modern College of Design

For more information on transferring to The Modern College of Design, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to The Modern College of Design

The Modern College of Design has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does The Modern College of Design Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at The Modern College of Design

Wondering what factors are considered by The Modern College of Design during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Interview	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with The Modern College of Design for more information on admission factors.

The Modern College of Design 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to The Modern College of Design, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with The Modern College of Design's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The Modern College of Design?

Students admitted to The Modern College of Design have an average unweighted GPA of 3.1.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The Modern College of Design is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to The Modern College of Design

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in The Modern College of Design during the following terms:

• Fall Term

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The Modern College of Design Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The Modern College of Design?

❌ Students who are admitted to The Modern College of Design must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does The Modern College of Design accept transfer credits?

✅ The Modern College of Design accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does The Modern College of Design accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ The Modern College of Design does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The Modern College of Design?

✅ The Modern College of Design is not test optional.

What is The Modern College of Design's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for The Modern College of Design is 91%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The Modern College of Design?

✅ The Modern College of Design offers early decision but the school has not provided an acceptance rate.

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