Columbus College of Art & Design: what international applicants need

What are Columbus College of Art & Design's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Columbus College of Art & Design admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Columbus College of Art & Design's acceptance rate?

67.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Columbus College of Art & Design admitted 730 of its 1,079 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Columbus College of Art & Design require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Columbus College of Art & Design is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is Columbus College of Art & Design's application fee for international students?

Columbus College of Art & Design's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Columbus College of Art & Design accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Columbus College of Art & Design accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Columbus College of Art & Design accept?

Columbus College of Art & Design lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Columbus College of Art & Design accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Columbus College of Art & Design accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Columbus College of Art & Design require?

Columbus College of Art & Design doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Columbus College of Art & Design require the Common App personal essay?

No. Columbus College of Art & Design doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

• It also asks for a portfolio, for some programs or for all applicants: check its site.

How many international students does Columbus College of Art & Design have?

4 of Columbus College of Art & Design's 884 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.5%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Columbus College of Art & Design cost for international students?

Columbus College of Art & Design's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $40,825, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $11,450. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $61,180 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source