Program areas at MCAD
Mcad transforms the world through creativity and purpose by educating individuals to be professional artists and designers, pioneering thinkers, creative leaders, and engaged global citizens. With a curriculum that is based on the belief that in order to become a professional artist, designer, or visualizer, one must study theory, skill, form, and content, all mcad programs center on the development of studio and professional skills that encourage students to think conceptually, formulate creative solutions, and make Art. All mcad programs challenge students to progress to the highest levels of artistic expression and intellectual investigation.mcad's four-year curriculum integrates the liberal arts into eight bachelor of fine arts degree majors in animation, comic Art, fine arts, graphic Design, media arts, illustration and product and furniture Design, plus a four-year bachelor of science degree program in creative entrepreneurship. Students can minor in advertising, animation, Art history, creative writing, curatorial studies, engaged and public arts, entrepreneurship, experimental games, graphic Design, print paper book, and teaching arts.advanced degrees offered at mcad include a two-year master of fine arts degree program in visual studies; a 30-credit online master of arts degree program in sustainable Design; a 30-credit online master of arts degree program in graphic and web Design; and a fifteen-month online/low-residency master of arts degree program in creative leadership. Mcad also offers educational opportunities to the general public through its continuing education, online learning, and exhibition programs.a strategic milestone was achieved in 2023 when mcad expanded its campus by acquiring a building adjacent to the campus to expand student housing capacity. The ability to reside on campus for at least two years is already contributing improved student experience and outcomes. On the academic side, mcad has implemented a foundations curriculum for first year students which prepares them for successful overall performance and retention. The reimagined creative entrepreneurship classes are attracting students from all disciplines wanting to develop the knowledge and skills needed in their future professional endeavors.