Maine College of Art & Design

Portland, ME • private
Overview Demographics Admissions Outcomes Cost & Aid 🚗 Travel

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban (City: Small )
Student Population
Undergrad: 435 • Total: 494
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
522 Congress St.
Portland, ME
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Website
Region
Northeast
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 56

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 108 (24.8%) • Female: 327 (75.2%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 11 2.5%
Black/African American 7 1.6%
Hispanic/Latino 27 6.2%
White 317 72.9%
Two or More Races 42 9.7%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
77.5%
708 admitted from 913 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
Application Fee
$70
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 12/01/2025
RD: 03/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
48.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
11.8%
Freshman Retention Rate
78.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
14.5:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$50,018
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $40,668
Room & Board
$1,250
Books & Supplies
$8,100
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $29,849
$30,001-48,000 $31,197
$48,001-75,000 $34,323
$75,001-110,000 $37,820
$110,001+ $38,490
Students Receiving Pell Grants
100%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$37,132
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