Degree Programs

CCS offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 12 majors, Certification in Art Education, Master of Arts in Art Education (MAAE), Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree and Master of Arts (MA) degree in 4 areas. In addition, the College offers Precollege and Continuing Studies courses for youth, adults, and high school students. Bachelor … Continue reading “Degree Programs”

Purpose and Goals

Purposes and Goals The College strives to be a creative institution, consistent with its name and mission. To that end, it periodically examines itself through a strategic planning process that clarifies its purposes and articulates its goals for the future. The 2012 Strategic Plan identified, and the 2017 Strategic Plan reaffirmed, a vision and four … Continue reading “Purpose and Goals”

Change of Graduate Program

This policy is to guide CCS Graduate students seeking to change programs at the graduate level. Graduate students wishing to transition into an undergraduate degree should seek further guidance from the Admissions team and their Academic Advisor. This policy refers to procedures for changing graduate degree subject disciplines, changing modes of study, and changing from … Continue reading “Change of Graduate Program”

Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements for Graduate Students

Eligibility Requirements Eligibility for Federal Direct Loans is determined by an analysis of family resources calculated by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To receive Federal Direct Loans from the College, students must: Be accepted for enrollment in a graduate degree program. Maintain satisfactory academic progress. Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Be … Continue reading “Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements for Graduate Students”

Graduate Assistantship

Graduate Assistantship positions are available to all registered graduate students at College for Creative Studies. Appointments are made for a given semester or year and may be renewed. Graduate Assistantship positions require 5 (minimum) to 20 (maximum) hours of service per week; typically, 8-10 hours is recommended. Eligible students are admitted first-year graduate students with … Continue reading “Graduate Assistantship”

Double Majors

Students seeking a double major must meet studio requirements for both majors. Courses, including foundations (18 credits), liberal arts (42 credits), studio electives (9 credits), and general electives (6 credits) as part of one major, may be used, when appropriate, to satisfy the requirements of the second major. 75 credit hours may be shared between … Continue reading “Double Majors”

Undergraduate Admissions Requirements

Application Requirements Application FormEnter general personal and educational information. There is no fee associated with the CCS Undergraduate application. If you choose to submit your portfolio on ccs.slideroom.com, Slideroom will require $10US. PortfolioUpload 8-12 pieces of your original visual artwork to ccs.slideroom.com or get a one-on-one review with a CCS representative. Five drawings from imagination … Continue reading “Undergraduate Admissions Requirements”

Chosen and Legal Name

The College for Creative Studies recognizes the importance of accommodating members of the institution regarding the use of an individual’s legal or chosen name, while remaining in compliance with federal and legal obligations. There are various reasons students, faculty and staff may choose to use a name to identify themselves that differs from their legal … Continue reading “Chosen and Legal Name”