Absolutely! Our online learning platform was built from the ground up, with a focus on the online learning styles that are unique to art and design. Through innovative techniques such as high definition video demonstrations and interactive peer reviews, online students receive the same quality art and design education as on-ground students.
Yes. Online students earn the same fully accredited BFA degree from RMCAD that traditional students earn.
Students will need to buy art supplies, books, hardware and software. The required materials vary by program. Students can buy their books from the RMCAD bookstore website, software and hardware through RMCAD's GearBox (which can be included as part of the tuition package and be covered by financial aid), and art supplies from any supplier or in pre-made kits from Guirys.com. See the Books + Supplies page for more information.
Each degree program has specific technology requirements. The GearBox is just one option—all students have the option to purchase hardware and software from other sources.
No. Our online classes are asynchronous and can be completed according to your own schedule. From time to time, however, the Instructor may host some live sessions that require you to be online at a specific time. These sessions exist to help build the classroom community and enhance your overall experience. These sessions will not be required, but they will be recorded and available in the online classroom in case you missed them and want to participate.
Yes. Participation requirements vary by course and may include a peer-to-peer critique element, discussion board element, presentation element and more.
Credit is not given based on the number of times you log in, but rather on the quality of work you submit. Logging in several times a week is encouraged in order to be successful online and to ensure the quality of your work. Students who excel tend to log in daily.
Every class uses a rubric to keep grading consistent and fair. Use the rubric to create your assignments and make sure you have included all the required elements. Grades are submitted on a basic grade scale of A,B,C,D, and F.
Homework is submitted primarily online, although some assignments may require you to mail materials to your Instructor. The Student Orientation course will show you how to submit assignments online and give you a chance to practice before your first course. The online programs require a camera and scanner to aid in submitting assignments. Some assignments will require you to submit a photo of your work or scan it into an electronic file before submitting.
It varies by class, but some courses will have group projects. Teamwork is an essential component of the RMCAD learning experience and helps prepare you to take on projects in the professional world.
Yes, there are many ways to contact your Instructors. You can email them, call them, and chat with them through text or video. Or, if you are in the local area, you can come to campus and meet them face-to-face.
Yes. Your success is very important to RMCAD, and therefore we offer several resources for students seeking support. You can schedule some one-on-one time with our on-campus tutors, who can meet with you via phone or video. You can also work with our 24/7 tutoring center for all math and writing assistance.
Yes. We have an online library that has access to hundred of books, journals and other resources you may need during the course of your studies.
Yes, but your tuition rates will change to reflect the current on-ground rates.
The tuition for online programs is determined by credit hour and varies by program. 3D Animation, Communications Design, and Illustration are $540 per credit hour. There are a total of 120 credit hours in each of those programs. Interior Design is $525 per credit hour. There are a total of 125 credit hours in the Interior Design program.
Still have questions? Contact an Admissions Counselor for more information.
