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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design

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

Annual Tuition

$42,268

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

62.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

60.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$41,174

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Milwaukee, WI. With a competitive tuition profile of $42,268, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 60.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing520 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800
Math420 – 520
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite20 – 28
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

62.8%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$169,072

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

15.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$11,174

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$57,332

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$54,408

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 Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
79.2%
20.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
65.1%
Hispanic
16.9%
Two or more
6.9%
Black
5.7%
Asian
4.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%
Unknown
0.2%
International
0.1%

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

$42,268

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$23,183
$30k - $48k$22,634
$48k - $75k$23,112
$75k+$29,328

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients36.4%
Using Federal Loans77.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment57.3%

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

83.7%

Success

60.2%

In-State Cost

$42,268

Age 25+ Students

3.2%

Carnegie Class

Special Focus: Other Technology

Working at 6yr

272 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Milwaukee (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 Milwaukee

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$845

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$979

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,170

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 Milwaukee metropolitan area.