Maine College of Art & Design

Maine College of Art & Design
Academic Programs
- Art & Design
- Design
- Music
- Visual Arts
Student experience
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Distance/online learning
- Exhibition opportunities
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Study Abroad
Application information
Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines
Deadlines
Early Action: December 1, 2025
Full-Tuition Scholarship Competition: February 1, 2026
Priority Application: March 1, 2026
Rolling admissions as space is available after March 1, 2026.
Application Requirements
+ Complete Common App
+ Application Fee of $70 (or waiver)
+ Personal Essay
+ One (1) Letter of Recommendation
+ High School Transcripts (or equivalent)
+ Portfolio of 12–20 pieces of artwork
International students should also submit demonstration of English proficiency via IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or Duolingo English test.
Deadlines
Early Action: December 1, 2025
Priority Application: March 1, 2026
Rolling admissions as space is available after March 1, 2026.
Application Requirements
+ Complete Common App
+ Application Fee of $70 (or waiver)
+ Personal Essay
+ One (1) Letter of Recommendation
+ High School Transcripts (or equivalent)
+ Official College Transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
+ Portfolio of 12–20 pieces of artwork
International students should also submit demonstration of English proficiency via IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE. Applicants who attended postsecondary institutions outside of the United States are required to have their transcript(s) evaluated by a member of the National Association of Credit Evaluation Services (NACES).
