Applications are now open for the spring '26 semester!
The AICAD Exchange program offers students the opportunity to study at any AICAD school in the United States and Canada. As part of this exchange program, MCAD students can spend a semester at one of the 20 art and design colleges participating in the program. Find more program and application information here.
Studying off campus is a great way to explore areas outside your major, gain independence and personal growth, and have an adventure away from MCAD!
Requirements:
- Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
- Junior Standing (60 credits by spring '26)
- 15 open studio elective credits - students earn elective credit off campus so make sure you have the room in your degree audit!
Application Details:
- Apply directly to AICAD by October 1st
- You may apply to as many schools as you would like - there is a $10 cost for each application.
- There is no additional tuition cost - you will remain enrolled at MCAD and continue to pay MCAD tuition
- You financial aid and scholarships will stay the same
- Because you are going to earn studio elective credits, this is a great opportunity to dabble outside your major!
Have questions or need more information? Email Alicia Kuri Alamilo at akurialamillo@mcad.edu.
Posted:
Friday, September 5