Minneapolis, MN · Northfield, MN · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Minneapolis College of Art and Design | St Olaf College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 48.4% | 52.1% |
| In-State Tuition | $43,824 | $56,970 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $43,824 | $56,970 |
| Average Net Price | $18,644 | $15,667 |
| Graduation Rate | 69.0% | 84.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Minneapolis College of Art and Design accepts 48.4% of applicants. St Olaf College accepts 52.1%. Minneapolis College of Art and Design's tuition is $43,824. St Olaf College's is $56,970. Minneapolis College of Art and Design is cheaper. Minneapolis College of Art and Design graduates 69% of students in 6 years. St Olaf College graduates 84%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Minneapolis College of Art and Design. It accepts 48.4% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Minneapolis College of Art and Design has lower published tuition: $43,824 versus $56,970. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
St Olaf College: 84% of students finish in 6 years. Minneapolis College of Art and Design is at 69%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.