Maryland Institute College of Art

Located in Baltimore's historic Bolton Hill neighborhood, the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) is one of the oldest continuously degree-granting art colleges in the United States, established in 1826. The urban campus combines Victorian-era buildings with modern academic facilities and studio spaces across a 13-acre footprint in central Baltimore. MICA maintains a selective admission process based on portfolio review and academic achievement, offering undergraduate and graduate programs with particular strengths in illustration, graphic design, painting, and fiber arts. The campus features multiple exhibition spaces, including the Fox Building and Decker Gallery, while student housing options range from traditional residence halls to apartment-style living in renovated historic buildings. The college operates specialized facilities including the Digital Fabrication Studio, multiple darkrooms, and the Dolphin Press & Print studio.