Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with 837 undergraduates. It admits 61% of applicants, costs an average of $28,129 a year after grants and graduates 59% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design acceptance rate and admissions
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design admitted 61% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Dec 1, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Feb 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Dec 1, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $45,218 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,618 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $55,312 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $28,129 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $28,129 a year after grants and scholarships, $27,183 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 59% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $47,843 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $27,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 56% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design majors and what graduates earn
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design awarded bachelor's degrees in 4 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from graphic and industrial design ($43,944).
All 4 majors at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graphic and industrial design | 155 | $36,219 | $43,944 | $27,000 |
| Fine and studio arts | 50 | $24,612 | $40,952 | $27,375 |
| Interior Architecture | 11 | n/a | n/a | $27,000 |
| Graphic Communications | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Students and location
- 837 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 81% women, 19% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design?
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design admitted 61% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $45,218. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $28,129 a year in 2024-25.
Is Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design?
59% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $47,843 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.