Overview
Enrollment
The Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design (MIAD) operates from a contemporary campus in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward district, situated along the Milwaukee River near Lake Michigan. The private college, established in 1974, occupies a renovated industrial warehouse that has been converted into studio spaces, galleries, and specialized art facilities. MIAD offers BFA degrees across multiple disciplines including Communication Design, Illustration, Interior Architecture and Design, and Product Design, with an emphasis on professional practice and industry collaboration. Students reside in the nearby Two50Two apartment complex, purpose-built for MIAD undergraduates, while having access to the cultural amenities of Milwaukee's arts district. The college maintains partnerships with local creative industries and museums, including the Milwaukee Art Museum, providing students with professional networking and exhibition opportunities.
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Value
MIAD is rated within the top 50% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1140 |
| ACT | 20/28 |
| GPA | 3.08 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 31, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,060 |
| Other Fees | $1,788 |
| Room and Board | $10,430 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,844 |
| Total One Year Cost | $55,602 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 87% |
| Communications Technology | 7% |
| Architecture | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=239309 IPEDS survey data for Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design.
Current students may use the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025