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Two Easy Options to Apply to MICA

We recognize that each transfer student has a unique story and brings a wealth of talent and experience to MICA’s creative community. If you meet the requirements to be considered a transfer student, you can apply either by using the Common App or by using MICA’s own application.

All applications are weighted equally, so it doesn't matter which you choose. If you’ve already started the Common App, it makes sense for you to complete it in the Common App. If you've haven’t started your application, the MICA Application has no application fee, so you may want to consider using it. Ultimately, please choose the platform you are most comfortable with. Below are some things to consider when choosing an application.

If you have any questions, please reach out to your personal Admission Counselor, or contact us at admissions@mica.edu.

Note: You must submit your application and all required documents by the application deadline in order for your application to be considered complete for review. There is a two day grace period after the application deadline for portfolio submission.

Do I Qualify to Apply as a Transfer Student?

You are considered a transfer student if:

You have graduated from high school (or earned your GED) and
Completed at least 12** or up to 60 credits in post-high school college courses at a regionally accredited two-year community college or four-year college or university

**If you have 12 credits, but some or all are still in progress, please apply as a first year student.

Transfer students have the ability to finish at MICA in one of these programs as majors as long as they graduate by the end of Fall 2027: Architectural Design, Ceramics, Drawing, Film & Video, Game Design, Product Design. Links to these programs can be found here.

Which App Should I Choose?

Common App

The Common app allows you to apply to multiple colleges as once. While there is a fee for using it, if you've already started the Common App, it makes sense for you to complete it in the Common App.

$60 application fee
Apply to several colleges at once

Apply via Common App

MyMICA App

The MyMICA app is specific to MICA only. It's an easy, no-fee option if you are only applying to a few schools or haven't yet started a Common App application.

Free to apply
Apply to MICA only

Apply via MICA App

Transfer Admission process

March 15, 2025

Fall 2025 Regular Decision Application Deadline

You can apply to MICA through our dedicated MICA Application, or using the Common Application. There is currently no application fee for the dedicated MICA App. The application fee for the Common Application is $60. If you need a fee waiver, please follow the instructions for requesting a fee waiver in the Profile section on Common App.

*By submitting your application to MICA you consent to receive text messages regarding your admission decision.

The portfolio should be a selection of recent artwork that represents your artistic interests and demonstrates your technical skills and ability. You should include examples of artwork that reflect the full range of your ideas, interests, experience, and abilities in the arts to date. Applicants must submit a portfolio of 10-15 pieces of artwork. After your application is submitted, you will receive instructions on how to upload your portfolio through your Applicant Portal.

Make sure to provide copies of your transcripts for all secondary academic work. Your high school guidance counselor may submit your transcript through the Common App (if applying via Common App), Parchment, mail, or email to records@mica.edu (We also accept unofficial transcripts!).

If you are attending school in another country, your transcripts must be translated into English by an approved translator. World Education Services (WES) is recommended, but not required.

Homeschool applicants must provide the equivalent of a high school transcript with course or subject titles, duration of study for each title, the content of study for each title, and an assessment of performance or "grade". Preferably, the courses completed at home are part of a curriculum developed and evaluated by a nationally recognized diploma-granting organization or agency. If not connected with such an organization and an official transcript from a state homeschool association or sponsoring public high school is not available, homeschool applicants must obtain and submit GED, TASC or HiSET exam results as confirmation of completing a generally acceptable secondary school curriculum. Individual homeschool transcripts with date of completion do not suffice as official proof of graduation.

Test Optional, SAT and ACT: MICA does not require SAT or ACT scores for your application to be considered complete. If you believe that your test score will strengthen your application, you are welcome to submit it for admission consideration. MICA's institution code for SAT is 5399. Our ACT code is 1710.

For International Applicants: If English is not your first language you must submit a valid TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo score with your application. MICA requires a minimum TOEFL score of 75 (MyBest scores are accepted), an IELTS score of 6.0, a PTE score of 58, or a Duolingo score of 105. MICA’s institution code is 5399 for TOEFL and IELTS.

MICA does not require TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or Duolingo scores if you have a minimum SAT score of 470 or ACT score of 18 in the English section, or official transcripts that demonstrate at least two full years of academic success at a high school or college/university in which English is the language of instruction.

*Only for International Students

Before an I-20 form can be issued, please submit the following materials:

Indicate your current immigration status and your intentions regarding immigration by completing the Immigration Information Form. Please complete this form even if you do not plan to study under an F-1 student visa.

Submit an Affidavit of Support and/or Certificate of Finance, as well as a notarized bank statement certifying that sufficient funds are available to support your study at the College.

These materials may be submitted upon receipt of admission notification.

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