COLUMBUS COLLEGE OF
LOVING WHAT YOU DO
Directions, the spring career fair.
So if your current institution treats your passion as an elective— you can do better. CCAD’s academic program is grounded in internships and projects where you put your ideas to work with real companies, real communities, and real challenges. Picture yourself: »» Traveling with Abercrombie & Fitch’s design team to do research in Boston. »» Helping Arctic climate researchers get their point across with infographics. »» Working with White Castle executives to prototype a website for their new restaurant concept. »» Getting your pencil sharpener design produced and sold by X-Acto. Our Career Services office provides one-on-one career planning that takes into account your individual passions, goals, and dreams with services like: »» Career management and professional skills training »» An online jobs board (ccadcareers.com) »» An Internship Fair every fall »» A Career Fair every spring And if you see yourself starting your own business after graduation, CCAD will get you ready. CCAD's MindMarket houses an incubator for creative businesses, a project center, and a thought lab—all complemented by the student-led Entrepreneurship Club.
Industrial Design presentation to the Central Ohio Transit Authority for a new bus shelter design.
White Castle "Deckers" website concept.
Infographics sample.
REDUCE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT:
BECOME A HIPSTER 1 2 BIKE EVERYWHERE
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LOCAL VEGGIES LOCAL MEATS LOCAL GOODS
HERE’S WHY:
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The resources it takes to simply feed and water animals is huge. Plus, all the methan animals produce makes for a very large footprint.
SAVE GAS, MONEY & THE WORLD! If you biked 10 miles a day, where you might drive otherwise, you’ll shave a cool 2,600 miles off your yearly average. $1,123 100 Gallons in a Camery
There are a lot of hidden needs assosiated with getting the food to your plate. Most plates are comprised of food from 5 different countries. Needless to say it makes a huge imprint. Take the hipster way out and hit up your local farmer’s market
2.2 Tons CO2/PERSON
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$390
50 Gallons in a Prius
EAT & BUY LOCAL
Although we recommend cutting it out all together for maximum hipster cred, doing meatless mondays will get you started and cut down your footprint considerably.
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GET READY TO THINK BIG, AND THEN DO BIG.
At Columbus College of Art & Design, we believe that the most valued professionals are the ones who contribute to the creative economy. And we’re focused on just one thing: getting you ready to be one of them.
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X-Acto "Wobble Topple" pencil sharpner.
FACILITIES (CHECK!), FRIENDS (CHECK!), AND A HUNDRED WAYS TO GROW YOUR INTERESTS (CHECK! CHECK! CHECK!) CCAD’s downtown campus has everything you need— including a beautiful quad—and you can walk from one end to the other in 15 minutes. »» Professional studios and equipment for each major area of study »» A huge main gallery, numerous smaller galleries, and an active exhibitions program that brings international artists and artwork to campus »» A supply store with discounts for CCAD students »» A student center with a café, lounges, and a fitness center »» Dining options: an all-you-care-to-eat dining hall, a café, and a convenience store »» Two residence halls: one apartment-style and one with suites But we’re not just buildings. CCAD is a creative community of more than 1,300 students from 23 countries and 40 U.S. states. You’ll learn from the talent all around you, and that talent is one of the best things about being here.
One of the 50-plus festivals held in the metro area each year.
Lifestyle Community Pavilion, one of many outdoor stages.
CCAD has dozens of organizations related to different student interests. And when you’re ready to blow off some steam, there are all kinds of campus events— movie nights, talent shows, laser tag, the Big Boo! Halloween party, and much more.
COLUMBUS—A GREAT PLACE TO BE INSPIRED.
Columbus is a city big enough to offer challenges, variety, and opportunity, but small enough that your voice and contributions matter. CCAD is located in the heart of a downtown that is vibrant, clean, affordable, and safe—and surrounded by an impressive array of cultural opportunities. The Columbus Museum of Art is right next door, and within a short walk are the Columbus Metropolitan Library, the historic Ohio Statehouse, parks, theatres, and shopping. A bit farther and you’re in the Short North, our nationally recognized arts district.
THE THINKING MIND IS AN ACQUIRED SKILL— AND YOU’RE GOING TO MASTER IT. CCAD’s BFA curriculum is 60% studio courses. You’ll use cutting-edge, industry-standard tools until you know them in and out. And digital skills are part of everything right from the start. But to be a successful creative person in the 21st century, you need to be more than just adept—you need to be intelligent. So the other 40% of your BFA degree is liberal arts—art and design history, writing, literature, philosophy, social sciences, natural sciences, math, business—all designed to relate directly to the visual arts.
WE’RE HERE TO HELP WITH THE DETAILS.
To get the most accurate estimate of how your credits might transfer, you’ll need to submit all college transcripts and your portfolio. Don’t have a portfolio? We can offer you advice on how to develop one. Transferring your financial aid to CCAD is easy. If you’re applying for fall admission, just complete a new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as you usually do in the early spring and list CCAD as the place where results should be sent. If you’re applying during the school year, add CCAD to your existing FAFSA record. For more details, see www.ccad.edu/fin-aid. For a Transfer Student FAQ, visit www.ccad.edu/admissions/transfer. If you have a less-frequently asked question, fire away: admissions@ccad.edu or toll-free 877.997.CCAD (2223). CCAD is approved by the State Approving Agency and the Veteran’s Administration for educational benefits and is authorized under U.S. federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students. CCAD is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The Interior Design program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA).
MAJORS Advertising & Graphic Design Animation Cinematic Arts Fashion Design Fine Arts (painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, and glassblowing) Illustration Industrial Design Interior Design Photography
MINORS Art History Art Therapy Copywriting Creative Writing Design History Fashion Design Fine Arts Media Arts
WHEN CAN YOU START?
Come visit! You can schedule a campus tour and preliminary transfer credit review at www.ccad.edu/admissions. If you can’t make it to campus, follow the calendar link for other ways to find out more from a real live human being. Admission for transfer students operates on a rolling basis, so you can apply anytime. We recommend that you begin the formal application process at least two months before you’d like to start studying with us.
GET IN TOUCH ANYTIME: www.ccad.edu/admissions /// admissions@ccad.edu /// toll-free 877.997.CCAD (2223)