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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Baltimore, MD

Maryland Institute College of Art

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MD. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$55,150

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

77.3%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

73.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$45,212

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Maryland Institute College of Art is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Baltimore, MD. With a competitive tuition profile of $55,150, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 73.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing455 – 580
20025th–75th percentile800
Math460 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite26 – 30
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

77.3%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$220,600

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

14.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$15,212

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$68,480

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$83,640

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Maryland Institute College of Art is $26,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
76.6%
23.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
33.2%
International
21.3%
Black
11.8%
Asian
11.3%
Hispanic
9.9%
Two or more
6.4%
Unknown
5.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$55,150

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$27,796
$30k - $48k$31,148
$48k - $75k$38,922
$75k+$45,577

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,500
Pell Grant Recipients20.8%
Using Federal Loans40.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment73.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

85.0%

Success

73.7%

In-State Cost

$55,150

Age 25+ Students

8.6%

Carnegie Class

Special Focus: Other Technology

Working at 6yr

433 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Baltimore (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Baltimore (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Baltimore

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,379

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,582

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$1,943

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Baltimore metropolitan area.