Student Body Questions

• What is the male/female student ratio?

  The current RMCAD student body is 59% female and 41% male.

• Where do your students come from?

  Approximately 71% of our students are from the state of Colorado. Of the 29% from out-of-state, the largest majority were from Wyoming, Texas, Nebraska, Minnesota, Arizona, Iowa and Montana.

• What is the student teacher ratio
  and what is the average class size?

  The student/faculty ratio is 19:1. The average class size is 12 students.

• How do RMCAD students spend their time outside of class?

  When not creating, many work and most spend time enjoying the cultural scene in Denver

• How many students are enrolled in each major?

  During the fall 2007 term enrollment was as follows: Art Education (30), Animation (104), Graphic Design + Interactive Media (76), Interior Design (96), Illustration (108), Fine Arts (68), and undeclared majors (16).

• How old is the average RMCAD student?

  22.3 years old.

• Do your graduates find jobs? How many graduate?

  Our overall graduate job placement rate is 86% (2003-2006 graduates). Of the freshman class of 2001, 44% completed the program and received their BFA from RMCAD.

• Where do your students live?

  We do not require students to live in College housing. Our preferred housing provider is The Regency, about 10 minutes away from campus. They house RMCAD students as well as students attending Metro, CCD and CU-Denver

Enrollment and Orientation Questions

• How many students are currently enrolled?

  Between 425 and 500 depending on the time of year.

• How many students apply... how many are accepted... how many start each year?

  About 500 apply each year, with a large majority being accepted. The most scholarship aid, however, goes to students with the highest grade point averages and/or artistic merit. About 225 start each fall.

• What kind of new student orientation program do you have?

  We host a 3-day program each fall that helps students get to know each other and become familiar with campus and our policies/procedures. Parents are included in the first day of the program. Students who start in the spring or summer get an abbreviated 1-day version of the program.

• What measures have been taken to ensure campus safety?

  The College provides security lighting around campus, call boxes and frequent presentations on personal safety. As indicated by our Campus Safety Report we experience very little crime.

• How easy is it to change majors?

  Fairly easy within your first 30 credits (the typical freshman year).

• Will credits earned at a community college or another school transfer to RMCAD?

  Some will, some won't. Read the Transfer Policies page, then contact an Admissions Counselor to have your transcripts evaluated.

Billing Questions

• When is tuition due?

  Tuition is due in full at the start of the term. Payment is due on the first day of the month in which classes start. So, for a new student enrolling in the fall 2008 term, you must have your e-Cashier® or RMCAD payment plan agreement in place, or tuition paid in full by September 1, 2008.

• What is e-Cashier?

  We strongly encourage you utilize the e-Cashier® payment service. It is an online, automatic payment plan that allows you to pay your tuition through a bank account debit (checking or savings) or as a charge to a credit card. You may pay in several installments without interest charges.

  The e-Cashier option is only available until the end of the add/drop period (the end of the second week of school) and there is a service charge of $25/term to participate.

  To get started click the MAKE AN ONLINE PAYMENT link on the Students page (note: you’ll need your student ID number to enroll).

• What is a RMCAD payment plan?

  For a fee of $50/term, RMCAD offers a 4-month payment plan. So if you signed up in the fall your tuition would be billed in four equal installments in September, October, November and December. Payments may be made by cash, check, or credit card. Please visit or call our Student Accounts Coordinator at 303.225.8577 to sign up.

• Do I still need to pay if I’m expecting financial aid?

  If you have been awarded a RMCAD scholarship the amount of that award will be deducted from your tuition bill. Other financial aid such as grants and loans will also be applied as credits to your account, but only if you’ve completed all of your financial aid paperwork well in advance.

  If you haven’t completed your financial aid paperwork at the time tuition is due, your account may be subject to late fees and interest charges.

• Will financial aid completely cover the cost of attendance?

  No. Generous scholarships are available through the Admissions Office, but most students still find themselves with a gap not covered by financial aid. You should apply early for both admissions and financial aid to see what this means for you.

• Why am I being charged for health insurance?

  If you are enrolled in nine or more credits and do not have other coverage you will be automatically enrolled in the College sponsored health insurance plan. If you are covered on another plan, you must submit a waiver form and a copy of your insurance card. The waiver is available on the Dates + Forms page.

  If you do not submit a waiver and provide proof of coverage, student health insurance charges will appear on your fall and spring bill (coverage is for the entire academic year when the fall and spring charges are paid.) If you provide proof of coverage after the start of the term, you may receive a partial refund of the charges incurred.

• Are there any lab fees or student activity fees
  in addition to my tuition?

  No. RMCAD’s tuition is all-inclusive. No additional fees are due other than late charges and/or service charges. You may, however, be assessed a materials fee for certain classes or fees related to excessive use of campus printers.

• Is there a fee to park on campus?

  No. Parking is free and ample. If you park in a fire lane or restricted area or do not have a parking sticker display on your vehicle, however, you will be subject to a parking ticket. Parking fines should be paid at the Texas building Information desk. Learn more on the Transportation Page.

• Does tuition cover my books and supplies?

  No, books and supplies are not included in your tuition charge. Many students purchase everything they need in our campus Supply Store. Some purchase things elsewhere, including online. Most students do a combination of both.

• Can I set-up a charge account at the RMCAD Supply Store?

  Yes, pre-paid Supply Store accounts can be set up with the Student Accounts Coordinator (office on the 3rd floor of the Texas Building). You can do this when you come for New Student Orientation or at any time throughout the term.

• Can I charge food at the Underground Café to my student account?

  No, but you can purchase a Café punch card ($20 denomination) in the Supply Store. The Underground Café also accepts credit or debit cards in addition to cash.

Health Insurance Questions

You may also want to visit the Vaccinations + HMO Page.

• Do I need to have health insurance to enroll at RMCAD?

  Yes. If you are enrolled in nine or more credits, you will be automatically enrolled in the College sponsored plan unless you have other coverage (e.g., on your parent’s plan or your spouse’s plan). If you are covered on another plan, you may submit a waiver form and a copy of your insurance card. The waiver is available on the Dates + Forms page.

  You must submit the waiver by the deadline each year to prevent automatic enrollment in the College sponsored plan. We will send you a reminder about this via your RMCAD e-mail account each spring and summer.

• What is the annual cost for the College sponsored plan?

  You will be billed twice, in the amount of $1152 each on your fall and spring tuition bills for health insurance for the 2008-2009 academic year. The charge on your fall term tuition bill covers your insurance premium for the fall semester. The charge on your spring term tuition bill covers your insurance premium for both the spring and summer academic terms.

• What type of insurance plan does the College sponsor?

  Our HMO plan offers comprehensive coverage, with 100% coverage for network services after co-payments are made. There is no deductible for the College sponsored plan. Students must remain enrolled in nine or more credits (during the fall and spring semesters only) to remain eligible for coverage – coverage continues through the summer months.

• If I’m enrolled in the College sponsored plan, when will I receive my ID card?

  An ID card will be mailed to you near the start of your first semester of enrollment. It is mailed directly from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Colorado to the mailing address the College has on file. In some cases, this is the student’s home (parent’s) address, so be sure parents know to watch for it.

• What if I loose my insurance card?

  It’s a good idea to carry the ID card with you; you never know when you might have an emergency. If you loose your card, please see the Dean of Students for assistance in requesting another one.

• What is a Primary Care Physician (PCP)
  and how do I select one?

  This is a doctor who you would see for routine appointments. The College will automatically assign you to a nearby PCP who has agreed to see RMCAD students on a priority basis. The PCP’s name is listed on your ID card.

  If you want to change physicians, you must do this before making an appointment. A provider directory (a listing of doctors who participate in the plan) is available on the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield website – www.anthem.com. You can change your assigned PCP online or by phone through Anthem customer service at any time.

• What if I need to see a doctor?

  Call your PCP and make an appointment. The PCP and their phone number are listed on your ID card.

• What are the co-pays for this plan?

  A co-payment or “co-pay” is the out of pocket amount you will pay directly to the provider for services. The co-payment for an appointment with the PCP is $20. Specialist co-payments are $40. A complete list of other service co-payments is available in the HMO Plan Description.

• What if I have an emergency?

  In a life- or limb-threatening emergency you should immediately dial 911 ( 9-911 from a campus phone), or go to the nearest medical facility. The nearest hospitals to the campus are:

  St. Anthony’s Central Hospital
  4231 W. 16th Avenue
  Denver, CO
  303-629-3511
  South side of Sloan’s Lake
  
  Exempla Lutheran Medical Center
  8300 W. 38th Avenue
  Wheat Ridge, CO
  303-425-4500
  Between Wadsworth and Kipling on 38th Avenue

  You are not required to notify or receive pre-authorization before receiving emergency care. You are required to notify Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield within one business day of admission, or as soon as possible, to ensure that follow up care or inpatient admission will be covered and/or arranged.

• Am I covered while I am away from school?

  Emergencies are covered anywhere you may travel. Routine appointments should be scheduled to occur while you are in Colorado. RMCAD will send you a reminder about this prior to the summer break.

• Is dental or vision care covered?

  No.

• What if I need to see a counselor?

  Call our provider at 800-424-4014 to make the necessary arrangements.

• How do I fill a prescription?

  Take the prescription from the doctor to a participating pharmacy – King Soopers, Safeway, Target, Wal-Mart, (many pharmacies are within walking distance of the campus), present the ID card and pay the designated co-pay amount. The co-pay amount will be $15, $40, $60 or 30%, depending on the drug.

• What if I or my parents have other questions
  about health insurance?

  Please stop by, email or call the Dean of Students for assistance or questions about the plan.