Columbus College of Art and Design: Courses, Admission, Cost

The student reviews of Columbus College of Art and Design are mostly positive but some students suggest improvements. Students appreciate the small class size where they get a lot of one on one experience and the proper attention when needed. Students also like that the dorms, cafeteria, parking and safety office are all in the same block and are all so close.They find no need to leave the campus.Some students mention that they get to work with real companies in teams to design for them and it helps their resume look good.The college's location in Columbus, Ohio, is seen as advantageous, providing access to a vibrant city with various cultural opportunities.

However, some students consider the cost of living, including meal plans and parking high, which can be a concern for students managing their budgets.

Columbus College of Art and Design was established in 1879. It is one of the oldest private art and design colleges in the United States. The college is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and the Higher Learning Commission. CCAD have a great diverse student community with 32% of students being International.With a focus on entrepreneurship and the arts, including fashion design, animation, illustration, and photography, it offers a broad range of degree options.  Some of the notable alumni of CCAD are American visual artist, writer, and instructor Alex Grey who is well-known for his psychedelic and spiritual artwork, which includes his series of twenty-one paintings called Sacred Mirrors and American storyboard artist, director, and voice actor Brian Fee who is employed at Pixar.

Columbus College of Art and Design charges a $50 (INR 4,197) non-refundable application fee. Applicants need to apply on the CCAD application portal or through the Common App. In case applicants are in need of fee waivers they can contact the admission office for waiver information.