1826
Baltimore, MD
4-year, Private not-for-profit
Master's degree

About Maryland Institute College of Art

Maryland Institute College of Art is a four-year private school located in Baltimore, Maryland. MICA, founded in 1826, is one of the first and oldest art colleges in the United States. The art and design college was originally named Maryland Institute for the Promotion of the Mechanic Arts.

Maryland Institute College of Art offers non-degree learning opportunities, certificates of completion, bachelor’s degrees, post baccalaureate certificates, and master’s degrees. Programs of study lead to receiving the bachelor of fine arts (BFA), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degrees, and Master of Professional Studies Degrees (MPS). Some graduate programs are offered in online or low-residency formats.

 

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Accreditation & Licensing

Maryland Institute College of Art is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Type:

4-year, Private not-for-profit

Highest Level Offered:

Master's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Not applicable

Graduate Enrollment:

654

Fully Online Graduate Students:

57%

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$26,500

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

94%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$25,709

Yellow Ribbon Program:

Yes

Credit for Military Training:

Yes
Graduation Rate
72%
Fully Online Students
Less than 1%
of undergraduates
Enrollment
1,571
undergraduates
Median Earnings
$45,212
10 yrs after completion

Online Programs offered by Maryland Institute College of Art

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Art & Liberal Arts

Master of Professional Studies / User Experience Design
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Master of Professional Studies in Data Analytics & Visualization

Business

Master of Professional Studies in Business of Art & Design

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland Institute College of Art

Is Maryland Institute College of Art accredited?

Yes. Maryland Institute College of Art is institutionally accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

How many online programs does Maryland Institute College of Art offer?

Maryland Institute College of Art offers 3 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.

What degree levels does Maryland Institute College of Art offer?

Maryland Institute College of Art is focused on master's-level programs.

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Maryland Institute College of Art is located in Maryland

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12,407 sq mi
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