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If you are a returning student for the 2026-27 academic year (Summer 2026 - Spring 2027), please complete the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible if you have not already done so. Current work study students must complete the application by March 1 in order to continue their eligibility to work on campus for the upcoming academic year.

Please contact financial aid via email (financial_aid@mcad.edu) with any questions.

It’s the 2026-2027 Annual MCAD Merit Competition!

This scholarship competition is designed for students who are currently enrolled full-time in an MCAD degree-seeking program. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 or better is required to enter. *Students receiving VA Yellow Ribbon or the Tuition Exchange/Waiver award are not eligible to compete in merit scholarship competitions.

Merit Scholarship Awards will be added to existing financial aid.

Click on the links below for a list of awards, guidelines, and important dates.

It’s the 2026-2027 Annual MCAD Merit Competition!

This scholarship competition is designed for students who are currently enrolled full-time in an MCAD degree-seeking program. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 or better is required to enter. *Students receiving VA Yellow Ribbon or the Tuition Exchange/Waiver award are not eligible to compete in merit scholarship competitions.

Merit Scholarship Awards will be added to existing financial aid.

Click on the links below for a list of awards, guidelines, and important dates.

MCAD student and Comic Major, Banner Beard, has put together an incredible calendar of upcoming concerts happening right here in the Twin Cities!

Tuesday, March 10
MN State Capitol
8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. CT

Tuesday, March 10
MN State Capitol
8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. CT

SU would like your input as they gear up for their Spring Town Hall.

Please take a moment to fill out this MCAD Food Plan Community Survey.

Dear MCAD Community,

We are ready to see everyone back on campus next week. In-person classes resume on campus Monday, February 16.

Dear MCAD Community,

We are ready to see everyone back on campus next week. In-person classes resume on campus Monday, February 16.

While many of you have experienced online learning during the pandemic, it can be a hard transition to jump back into a virtual classroom.

If you are looking for some guidance with Canvas, or just some extra support at this time, the team at MCAD Learning and Teaching Excellence are here to help.

You can reach them via email at tale@mcad.edu, plus check out the “Help” section on Canvas for 24/7 chat support, or scan the QR code for a helpful student guide to Learning at MCAD.

Counseling is available to all students for both in-person and remote appointments. All counseling resources, including how to book an appointment, can be found on the “resources” section of the MCAD Intranet under Student Counseling and Wellness.

Counseling is available to all students for both in-person and remote appointments. All counseling resources, including how to book an appointment, can be found on the “resources” section of the MCAD Intranet under Student Counseling and Wellness.