Columbus College of Art & Design

Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD) is a premier private art and design college that has been supporting over 140+ years of diverse and talented student body. We challenge you to think, create and work at the highest level. Our students have the most innovative media labs in any institution. Our students can create projects using a wide range of different media. Our students are mentored by faculty who are experts in their fields. Your concepts will be built and you will learn the skills and tools to change culture and business. CCAD and Columbus are a powerful pair. Columbus is a city with a thriving creative economy. Students can start their career straight out of college thanks to our numerous industry partnerships and alumni network. In the 2016 employment results, 84% of our graduates received job offers or were accepted into higher education. Our alumni are showing in important galleries all over the world. They have gone on to work at Paramount Pictures, DreamWorks and Google. We can't wait to see what you create.

It is a challenging and competent school with great art programs and facilities. The campus and exhibition are striking, and the atmosphere is casual and supportive. The school is not for everyone, as working with real-world clients will take time and dedication from students. Many people who write bad reviews drop out, which is the result of the college’s rigorous curriculum, not the program's flaws. The school has an incredible art track, and everyone encourages non-traditional students to come. The external culture especially promotes social justice.