Minneapolis College of Art and Design: what international applicants need

What are Minneapolis College of Art and Design's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Minneapolis College of Art and Design has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on December 1, 2026, Early Action II on February 15, 2027, and Regular Decision on April 1, 2027.

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

What is Minneapolis College of Art and Design's acceptance rate?

48.5% for students who started in fall 2024: Minneapolis College of Art and Design admitted 414 of its 854 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 Minneapolis College of Art and Design require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Minneapolis College of Art and Design requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• 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 (April 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is March 6, 2027: scores on March 19, 2027, registration by February 19, 2027 (late registration February 23, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Minneapolis College of Art and Design?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 530–630 in Math and 600–710 in Reading and Writing (4% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 21–29.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Minneapolis College of Art and Design's application fee for international students?

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

Does Minneapolis College of Art and Design accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Minneapolis College of Art and 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 Minneapolis College of Art and Design accept?

Minneapolis College of Art and 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 Minneapolis College of Art and Design require?

Minneapolis College of Art and Design requires one other 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 Minneapolis College of Art and Design require the Common App personal essay?

No. Minneapolis College of Art and 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 Minneapolis College of Art and Design have?

17 of Minneapolis College of Art and Design's 720 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 2.4%.

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

How much does Minneapolis College of Art and Design cost for international students?

Minneapolis College of Art and Design's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $45,484, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $13,360. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $64,644 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