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Columbus College of Art & Design

#10 in Best Colleges for Design in America
  • 4 Year
  • Columbus, OH
  • 366 reviews
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    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
      A+
    9. Dorms
      B
    10. Campus Food
      B-
    11. Student Life
      A-
    12. Safety
      A-
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    CCAD is an above-average private college located in Columbus, Ohio. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,001 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the CCAD acceptance rate is 70%. Popular majors include Commercial and Advertising Art, Illustration, and Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects. Graduating 61% of students, CCAD alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $27,700.
    About Columbus College of Art & Design...
    Athletic Division
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    Athletic Conference
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    Address
    60 Cleveland Ave Columbus
    Columbus, OH 43201
    Website
    ccad.edu

    Columbus College of Art & Design 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
    70%
    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    SAT Range
    980-1200
    ACT Range
    19-25
    Application Fee
    $50
    SAT/ACT
    Recommended
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Test Prep

    SAT and ACT Prep Options
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $25,397/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $18,943/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Academics

    Professors
    B-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    9:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    78%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.18 responses
    80%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.20 responses
    25%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.20 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Commercial and Advertising Art
      52 Graduates
    • Illustration
      48 Graduates
    • Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects
      29 Graduates
    • Fine Arts
      26 Graduates
    • Photography
      17 Graduates
    • Fashion and Apparel Design
      16 Graduates
    • Industrial and Product Design
      16 Graduates
    • Cinematography and Video Production
      13 Graduates
    • Interior Design
      7 Graduates
    • Art History
      5 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,001Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    24
    Undergrads Over 25
    6%
    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 19 responses
    Report
    • Diversely creative
      47%
    • Artsy
      32%
    • Quirky
      11%
    • Carcass
      5%
    • Well Intended
      5%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    79%
    Poll
    91%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.23 responses
    Poll
    81%
    of students say no one pays attention to varsity sports.31 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 20 responses
    Report
    • Artsy
      45%
    • Creative
      30%
    • It's extremely close knit community
      20%
    • PAINting
      5%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $32,200/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    61%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
    National
    83%
    82%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.17 responses
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    Columbus College of Art & Design Reviews

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    Overall this school is wonderful. Every college has it's bad stuff, so trust me when I say this school isn't perfect. As an Illustration major, it took until my third year to really get into what the field is about and the variety opportunities available to us which is frustrating. Some of the not-so-great qualities is the parking, the safety isn't always great on the far side of campus, (though safety is great on the main section,) and the cost is way too high. These details can be frustrating at times but there are ways to make the most of it. You can live off campus to save a ton of money, you can join the wonderful clubs they have available, definitely take part of as many free events as possible because of the free food, there is great free counseling, plus this is a very accepting school for LGBTQ+!
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    This is my first year at CCAD. As a transfer student from a small community college located in a neighboring state, I find CCAD is exactly what I was looking for! While it is a small campus, its Academics/Professors are exceptional! The knowledge which I am receiving is preparing me for positions after graduation, and I feel that I will be able to obtain a position relating to my major without an issue.

    Columbus, as a whole, is growing by leaps and bounds; therefore, there is always something to do. The only negative thing that I can say about CCAD is relating to the campus food which is not the greatest for the amount paid; however, there are plenty of other options within the general area of the campus to eat/shop!
    This college is such a beautiful place! The area is nice, the students are friendly, and professors feel like friends. I have only been here for a few weeks, and I feel as if I have already learned so much! I recommend this college to everyone who has a passion for art and design.