Admissions Overview
The admission process at Maryland Institute College of Art has a 80% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Maryland Institute College of Art has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
80%
Less Selective
Application Volume
3,139
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
9%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Maryland Institute College of Art has a 80% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Maryland Institute College of Art evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$70
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Maryland Institute College of Art. About 15% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 967 to 1,362. Additionally, about 2% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 17 to 23.
SAT Scores
15% of students submitted400
1600
967 – 1362
200
800
490 – 700
200
800
477 – 662
ACT Scores
2% of students submitted1
36
17 – 23
1
36
15 – 23
1
36
16 – 24
Admission Statistics
3,139 students applied to MICA. Of those, 80% were accepted (2,498 students). Of these 2,498 accepted students, 227 chose to enroll.
3,139
Total Applicants
2,498
Students Admitted
227
Students Enrolled
80%
Acceptance Rate