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Maine College of Art & Design

Portland, MEPrivate415 undergradsCommon App
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Acceptance rate
76.1%
Next deadline
Dec 1
Application fee
$70

✓ From the official admissions page
Dec 1, 2026 Early Action Non-binding 21 days left
Mar 1, 2027 Priority 111 days left
Mar 1, 2027 Regular Decision Non-binding 111 days left
Mar 1, 2027 Rolling 111 days left
Saves an .ics file with every open deadline and reminders a week and a day before. Opens in Apple Calendar or Outlook; in Google Calendar use Import.
“Fall 2027 Early Action Deadline: December 1, 2026”
Source: meca.edu · checked Nov 10, 2026 · How we check

Application Common App
Testing Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Essays 1 essay prompt listed on the official page
Fee $70

Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.

BFA Portfolio of 12–20 works completed within the past two years, submitted via SlideRoom Portfolio

Tuition & fees
$44,358
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$38,062
6-year graduation
51%
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