Massachusetts College of Art and Design

If you are considering submitting an application to Massachusetts College of Art and Design, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is February 1 and the fee for the application is $70.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Massachusetts College of Art and Design 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
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 31
Regular Decision	Yes	February 1	––

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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 31.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design accepts about 75% of early action applicants and 79% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, Massachusetts College of Art and Design admitted 539 of the 716 who applied early action.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective 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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How To Get Into Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Massachusetts College of Art and Design is a moderately difficult school to get into. Massachusetts College of Art and Design evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Massachusetts College of Art and Design accepted 79% of all applicants, approximately 1,914 of the 2,433 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Massachusetts College of Art and Design, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

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 Does Massachusetts College of Art and 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 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 apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Interview	Considered
Volunteer Work	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. Double check 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 3.5. 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 consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

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. Applicants should hear back by April 15.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring 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

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 but does not accept Advanced Placement (AP) 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. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

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 75% in 2021.

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