School Information

30.0
Total Enrollment 1,405
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 10 : 1

College for Creative Studies

http://www.collegeforcreativestudies.edu
201 E Kirby, Detroit, Michigan 48202
(313) 664-7400

The College for Creative Studies nurtures the creativity that is vital to the enrichment of modern culture. The College educates visual artists and designers, knowledgeable in varied fields, who will be leaders in creative professions that shape society and advance economic growth. The College fosters students' resolve to pursue excellence, act ethically, embrace their responsibilities as citizens of diverse local and global communities, and learn throughout their lives. The College engages in community service by offering opportunities for artistic enrichment and opening career pathways to talented individuals of all ages.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities Teacher certification
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Campus Setting City: Large
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At College for Creative Studies, 100.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 97.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $8,406), and 68% receive loans ($7,548 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,700. Off campus it is around $7,700.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending College for Creative Studies is $28,628 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 1,434 people applied to College for Creative Studies. Of the applicants, 39.0% were admitted (38.0% male & 39.0% female ) and 42.0% accepted (46.0% male and 39.0% female)

Of the 1,387 undergraduate students at College for Creative Studies, 14.0% are part-time. A majority (81.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     79.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     79.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     33.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     27.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     50.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     65.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone 800-952-ARTS
Admissions Office Email admissions@collegeforcreativestudies.edu
Admissions Office Address 4001 W McNichols Rd, Detroit
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.collegeforcreativestudies.edu/transfer
Admissions Website http://www.collegeforcreativestudies.edu/hs/admissions/applying (find financial aid info here)

In order to be accepted to College for Creative Studies, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Formal demonstration of competencies
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 23
 
College for Creative Studies Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Communications technologies/technicians and support services 30
Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects 30
Education 1
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 1
Visual and performing arts 213
Commercial and Advertising Art 15
Crafts/Craft Design, Folk Art and Artisanry 19
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other 32
Graphic Design 22
Illustration 40
Industrial Design 64
Interior Design 7
Photography 14
 
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