Maine College of Art & Design: what international applicants need

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

Maine College of Art & Design has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on December 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on March 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

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

76.1% for students who started in fall 2024: Maine College of Art & Design admitted 756 of its 994 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 Maine College of Art & Design require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Maine 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.
• For the Early Action deadline (December 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is November 7, 2026: scores on November 20, 2026, registration by October 23, 2026 (late registration October 27, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (March 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

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

Maine College of Art & Design's application fee is $70 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

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

Yes. Maine 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 Maine College of Art & Design accept?

Maine College of Art & Design doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

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

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

Maine College of Art & Design requires one teacher recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

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

Yes. Maine College of Art & Design requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

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

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

0 of Maine College of Art & Design's 417 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0%.

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

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

Maine College of Art & Design's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $42,942, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $17,184. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $63,476 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