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At Kentucky College of Art + Design, we welcome bold thinkers, passionate creators, and curious minds ready to shape the future of art and design. Whether you're just beginning your creative journey or looking to take your practice to the next level, applying to KyCAD is your first step toward a transformative experience.
Portfolios are not required for admission. However, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a portfolio accompanied by a written statement for consideration for institutional scholarships, either during the application process or after admission to the college.
Choose Your Application Path
Whether you’re a first-time college student or transferring from another institution, KyCAD offers multiple ways to apply. New students and transfer students can apply directly through KyCAD, while high school students can apply through the Common Application. Explore the options below to find the application that’s right for you.
No matter which route you choose, our admissions team is here to support you every step of the way. For assistance with your application, please contact (502) 430-6191 or admissions@kycad.org.
Direct ApplyCommon Applearn morePortfolios are not required for admission. However, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a portfolio accompanied by a written statement for consideration for institutional scholarships, either during the application process or after admission to the college.
Choose Your Application Path
Whether you’re a first-time college student or transferring from another institution, KyCAD offers multiple ways to apply. New students and transfer students can apply directly through KyCAD, while high school students can apply through the Common Application. Explore the options below to find the application that’s right for you.
No matter which route you choose, our admissions team is here to support you every step of the way. For assistance with your application, please contact (502) 430-6191 or admissions@kycad.org.
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Schedule a tour of our two academic sites – KyCAD HQ and the 849 Studio + Gallery – and meet with our community of faculty, students, and staff to see what makes us different.
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KyCAD’s scholarship program encourages the most talented students to study here and create a meaningful body of artwork over the course of their college journey.
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Licensure + Accreditation
The Kentucky College of Art + Design is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). This license does not imply an endorsement or recommendation by the Council.
Kentucky College of Art + Design is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate degrees. Kentucky College of Art + Design also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the status of Kentucky College of Art + Design may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Kentucky College of Art + Design is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate degrees. Kentucky College of Art + Design also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the status of Kentucky College of Art + Design may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
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