BE THE NEXT
Start Your Future
at CCAD
Welcome to CCAD, the top art and design college in the Midwest that has educated artists for more than 140 years. CCAD has been home to bold thinkers and visionary makers who turn their passion into powerful careers. If you’re ready to transform your artistic talent into a life of purpose and possibility, this is where it begins.
Why CCAD?
- Top-Ranked Art & Design College
- Experiential Learning
- Built-in Business Curriculum
- Career Connections
- A Vibrant City for Creative Careers
- A Welcoming Community
Ready to Create Your Future?
Your creative career starts here. Fill out your information today and take the first step toward joining a community that lives and breathes design, innovation, and imagination. Start your CCAD journey now — your future is waiting.
Tell us a little about yourself
MAJORS
CCAD offers 9 major programs alongside 18 minors, so you can achieve your desired career while curating what classes and experiences you want to be a part of.
- Animation
- Comics & Narrative Practice
- Fashion Design
- Film & Video
- Fine Arts
- Game Art & Design
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- Interior Architecture & Design
CREATIVITY MEETS OPPORTUNITY
Design your path forward in the cool and creative heart of Ohio.
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Top Academics & Facilities
At CCAD, you’ll learn from the best in the business. Bring your ideas to life in studios with the latest and greatest tech. And get career-ready in programs like Illustration, Animation, and Fashion Design that are ranked among the nation’s best.
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Scholarships for All
We won’t let money get in the way of your creative vision. That’s why every CCAD student gets a scholarship. Period. Plus, you have the opportunity to receive even more money toward your education when you file a FAFSA.
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A City Designed for You
Located in the heart of Columbus, Ohio—a city where creativity fuels culture, business, and innovation—CCAD connects students with the opportunities, experiences, and professional networks they need to thrive.
Our numbers say it all
Small classes, lots of scholarships, and so much more.
From studios to dream job
We'll help you turn your passion into a job you love. In any of our almost 30 majors and minors, you'll get experience through internships and projects for actual companies. We'll even help you polish your resume and get prepped for interviews. Don't believe us? Here's where you can find CCAD alumni working today:
