B
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    B
  2. Value
    B
  3. Diversity
    A-
  4. Campus
    B
  5. Athletics
    NG
  6. Party Scene
    B-
  7. Professors
    B
  8. Location
    B-
  9. Dorms
    A
  10. Campus Food
    B
  11. Student Life
    B
  12. Safety
    B+
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College for Creative Studies is ...
Private not-for-profit
Athletic Division
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Athletic Conference
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Address
201 E Kirby
Detroit, MI 48202
Website
collegeforcreativestudies.edu

College for Creative Studies Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
46%
SAT Range
—
ACT Range
18-25
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
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Cost

Net Price
$34,419/ year
National
$15,431
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $29,757/ year
  • $30-48k
    $27,616/ year
  • $49-75k
    $31,479/ year
  • $76-110k
    $34,196/ year
  • $110k+
    $37,695/ year

Academics

Professors
B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
9:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
91%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.32 responses
65%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.31 responses
39%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.31 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Industrial and Product Design
    53 Graduates
  • Illustration
    51 Graduates
  • Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects
    34 Graduates
  • Graphic Design
    32 Graduates
  • Photography
    27 Graduates
  • Commercial and Advertising Art
    17 Graduates
  • Crafts and Artisanry
    16 Graduates
  • Fine Arts
    9 Graduates
  • Interior Design
    8 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
1,120Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
10%
Pell Grant
33%
Varsity Athletes
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Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 15 responses
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  • Talented.
    60%
  • Hard working and enjoy the campus and classes
    20%
  • Very motivated
    20%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
60%
Poll
96%
of students say they don't have Greek life.26 responses
Poll
90%
of students say no one pays attention to varsity sports.39 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 15 responses
Report
  • "Next generation art and design."
    67%
  • Challenges what you think you know
    20%
  • "Insane, but well worth it."
    7%
  • Never earn your degree with how expensive it is!
    7%

After College for Creative Studies

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$40,600/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
62%
National
47%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
90%
National
83%
80%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.15 responses
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College for Creative Studies Reviews

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I love this school even though it can kind of be awful. The resources are fantastic, the technology, the wood shop, metal shop, foundry, ceramic studio, glass shop, just so many great things! It is a very challenging institution, particularly during the freshman year. It is a small school, so it is easy to form a bond with a lot of the students, especially since the students tend to be quite like-minded. The school can kind of stink depending on what major the student chooses. It is a great design school, fantastic for product designers, but the majors that are not so design based kind of get the short end of the stick. I have lived in the student housing for 4 years. They are improving it and renovating it, but unfortunately I have had to live in the construction. The campus is safe, the professors are great (usually), and it is a very inspiring place to be.
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College for Creative Studies is a private school perfect for those who are invested in a future in the arts. Although the majority of students attending CCS will not walk out a celebrity, it guides students through the essential techniques, principles, life-lessons, and budgeting that artists must use in their field. By cultivating the students in their practice, and forcibly torturing them through grueling hours of laborious homework, it sets a foundation for the challenging practices ahead. As a Freshman in Entertainment Arts- a major based on three subdivisions: Game, Animation, and Film- I found my current experience to be wonderful; although the debt is not so wonderful. It is without a doubt one of the top schools for students who want a job in the entertainment industry. The students, alumni, and staff are upbeat about sharing their wisdom to better each other. This includes opening the door to potential jobs in the industry.
College for Creative Studies is devoted to art and design. Throughout my past two years, I have come to know the school well. Academics are rigorous. Most of the professors work part time in their fields, and are available to provide constructive criticism. Majors differ vastly, but my department, Fashion Accessories, is new to the school. There are positives, including the fact that there is a combination of making and design. However, the program is extremely disorganized. The head of the department has limited knowledge about how design works in the United States. In terms of campus life, there are a variety of activities offered. Students are mainly very passionate , however I have found it to be overwhelming, as conversation revolves around schoolwork, projects, and portfolios. It can be hard to take a mental break. Academic facilities are incredible. The school is not for everyone, but it has been a good fit for me as a student.