Overview

Financial Information

• Scholarships and Financial Aid:
  Approximately 80 percent of our student body receives some form of financial aid. The four most common types of aid include loans, grants, scholarships, and work-study.

Transfer Application Requirements

• Minimum GPA:
  All applicants must either possess a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher, or possess a high school equivalency diploma with satisfactory GED scores. Home schooled students must submit satisfactory GED scores or submit proof of graduation by an accrediting body which is recognized by RMCAD. Applicants who do not posses a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher will be required to submit an essay explaining how they intend to be successful in their studies at RMCAD. Upon review they may admitted with a provisional status.
• Official Transcripts:
  Official college or high school transcripts or GED test scores should be sent directly to the Admissions Department. Transfer students may be asked to submit a high school transcript, pending review of college credits completed and college GPA.
• Essay:
  Depending on which program you're applying for, you'll need to submit a digital portfolio or personal statement/essay.
• Interview:
  An interview with an Admissions Counselor is required.
• Other Requirements:
  We only accept college-level courses (numbered at least 100). Grades from external credit are not factored into your RMCAD GPA. We only accept credits from institutions accredited by NASAD, CIDA, HLC, etc.
• Apply Here:
  http://www.rmcad.edu/admissions-checklistOpens in a new window or tab.

Transfer Credit Policy

• Minimum Grade:
  Only courses completed with a grade of “C” or better will be considered for credit.
• Credits (Min/Max):
  Studio elective credits that can be transferred are limited to a max of 12 credits. A maximum of 60 credits can be earned from sources other than RMCAD coursework. The last 15 credits of your degree program must be taken at RMCAD.
• Transfer Policy Document:
  Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design Transfer Credit Policy..pdfOpens in a new window or tab.