We fuel creative journeys through convenient and innovative learning models that provide broad access to the college’s rigorous art and design education.
For non-degree seeking students, each semester (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer), we provide a wide range of community education in fine arts and professional practice design courses, and youth and teen programs.
If you would like to view our current offerings for adults, youth, and teens visit openstudies.mica.edu
For degree-seeking students, choose from an advanced degree in Master of Professional Studies (MPS) inUX Design and Data Analytics and Visualization, or a Master of Art and Master of Business Administration (MA/MBA) in Design Leadership, the dual-degree program in collaboration with Johns Hopkins Carey School of Business.
Adult Non-Degree Course Offerings
Community Education
Through Community Education courses, taught by MICA’s excellent faculty, adult artists can build skills and develop confidence in a variety of fine art disciplines. Introductory courses provide the foundation for learning techniques and concepts while advanced courses encourage students to further explore their creativity.
Adult Non-Degree Course Offerings
Professional Practice
Design professionals can advance their knowledge through MICA’s Professional Practice courses in the areas of graphic design, web design, advertising, and creative entrepreneurship. Real-world issues are discussed and innovative projects are assigned to provide a well-rounded, meaningful experience aimed at preparing students for challenges that are faced in art and design careers.
Grades K-8
Young People's Studios (YPS)
From drawing and painting to digital illustration and photography and everything in between, workshops for students in grades K-8 are designed to spark creativity, encourage invention, and nurture artistic innovation. Students study and work in a spectrum of media that form the foundation of art and design. YPS Art and Design Courses are offered during the school year as Weekend Art Classes, and during the Summer as Summer Art Camp.
Programs for Teens
High School Studios
Hone in on your skills while creating pieces for your portfolio. High School Studios helps students in grades 9-12 get a head start on understanding what colleges are looking for and how to develop a collection of work that stands out. Students can learn about new areas of art and design, experiment with new mediums, and gain more experience in one they love.
MPS and MA/MBA Degrees
Graduate Degree Seeking Programs
Students seeking an advanced degree can choose between four fully online MPS programs in UX Design and Data Analytics and Visualization, or a dual-degree in Design Leadership (MA/MBA) with Johns Hopkins Carey School of Business. The MA/MBA degree and all MPS degrees are offered through the Office of Open Studies.
Undergraduate Courses
Each winter & summer, the Undergraduate courses are designated as three-credit classes and are open to MICA undergraduates and all serious-minded students, including community education students.