Massachusetts College of Art and Design

It is moderately difficult to get into Massachusetts College of Art and Design. The acceptance rate at Massachusetts College of Art and Design is 79%. Last year, 2,598 students applied to Massachusetts College of Art and Design and 2,043 were admitted.

If you want to apply to Massachusetts College of Art and Design, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 2/15 and the fee for the application costs $75.

Students who apply to Massachusetts College of Art and Design for fall should receive an admissions decision no later than January 2.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Massachusetts College of Art and Design's admissions stats.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

Massachusetts College of Art and Design Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Massachusetts College of Art and Design.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	December 1	January 2
Regular Decision	Yes	2 15	January 2

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Applying Early to Massachusetts College of Art and Design?

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Massachusetts College of Art and Design does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. Massachusetts College of Art and Design will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 2.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design accepts around 83% of early action applicants and 79% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, Massachusetts College of Art and Design admitted 631 of the 763 who applied early action.

Some students apply to college early to increase their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of admission, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

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

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More on Massachusetts College of Art and Design Admissions

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Transferring to Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Massachusetts College of Art and Design has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Massachusetts College of Art and Design?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. 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 prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Massachusetts College of Art and Design

What does Massachusetts College of Art and Design consider 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
Application Essay	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Massachusetts College of Art and Design for more information on admission factors.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design Application Requirements

To apply to Massachusetts College of Art and Design, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Massachusetts College of Art and Design's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	3	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	portfolio of 15-20 pieces of artwork completed in the last 2 years
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Massachusetts College of Art and Design?

Students admitted to Massachusetts College of Art and Design have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6. Massachusetts College of Art and Design considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

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

Massachusetts College of Art and Design does not have a test optional admissions policy. 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 Massachusetts College of Art and Design

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Massachusetts College of Art and Design.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is March 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.Applicants should hear back by April 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Massachusetts College of Art and Design during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Massachusetts College of Art and Design Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Massachusetts College of Art and Design?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Massachusetts College of Art and Design.

Does Massachusetts College of Art and Design accept transfer credits?

✅ Massachusetts College of Art and Design accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Massachusetts College of Art and Design accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Massachusetts College of Art and Design accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Massachusetts College of Art and Design accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Massachusetts College of Art and Design?

✅ Massachusetts College of Art and Design is not test optional.

What is Massachusetts College of Art and Design's acceptance rate?

✅ Massachusetts College of Art and Design has an acceptance rate of 79%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Massachusetts College of Art and Design?

❌ Massachusetts College of Art and Design does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Massachusetts College of Art and Design?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at Massachusetts College of Art and Design was 83% in 2021.

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