M
Private 4 Year

MIAD Admission Requirements

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

 1 Reviews

Your chances of getting into Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

64%
Admission Difficulty for Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at MIAD is 64%.  Its admission rate is the 3rd lowest in Wisconsin.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into MIAD and can you get accepted?

MIAD is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 673 out of the 1,052 who applied were admitted.

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.08. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 33% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into MIAD?

64% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Calculate your admission chances
Calculate your admission chances

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.08 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

MIAD GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.08

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into MIAD are to have around a 3.08 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as MIAD accepts 64% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at MIAD is 3.08 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #33 in Wisconsin for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since MIAD is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Calculate My Chances 

MIAD SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. .

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

MIAD ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

High School Class Rank

61% of Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 27% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 4%
Top 25% of class 27%
Top 50% of class 61%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 710 207 1,052
Accepted 468 106 673
Acceptance Rate 66% 51% 64%
Enrolled 150 28 221
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 32% 26% 33%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 31, 2025

Days left to Apply

295

Applicants have 295 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Aug 31, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Required to be considered for admission

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=239309 IPEDS survey data for Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design.

Last updated February 24, 2024