Parents
Where to start...
Your child’s success is not only important to you; it’s also a big deal to us! We’re rooting for them every step of the way.
We understand the pivotal role parents and guardians play in their college-bound student’s life. With countless decisions to make and paperwork to sort through, it can feel like a whirlwind- but don’t fret! We’re here to arm you with all the information necessary to navigate this journey and guide them toward a promising tomorrow.
Why RMCAD?
One of the most affordable art + design colleges in the U.S.
Established leader in online education for 10+ years
Accredited by numerous independent bodies, including HLC
Offering 10 diverse disciplines in the arts.
Learn On-Campus
Our incredible campus marries the historic charm of the past with the sustainable, technological advancements of the future. Currently, the campus boasts 17 structures, 11 of which are devoted to classrooms, common areas, and other support spaces, including three galleries and ample studio spaces. Download a campus map here.
Learn Online
At RMCAD, we are proud of our commitment to online learning and have spent more than a decade ensuring our students are set up for success, no matter where they live in the world. As an online student, your child will have just as much access to RMCAD resources as an on-campus student, so it’s easy to stay connected and involved through class discussions, virtual events, and the mobile app.
Financing Your Child's Future
Education is an investment and determining how to pay for college has many important steps.
RMCAD’s Financial Aid Office has dedicated professionals to help you and your child understand FAFSA, types of aid available, tuition and fees, and payment plans.
There are several types of financial aid, including grants, scholarships, and student loans. We’re here to help you and your child determine costs and the best plan to finance their future.
Housing
Whether your child has lived in Denver their whole life or they are making the big move to attend RMCAD, they will likely fall in love with the area’s natural beauty, bountiful outdoor adventures, and incredible urban amenities. RMCAD does not currently offer on-campus housing. However, there are Student Living options located in the Denver Metro area that can provide a traditional college housing experience for RMCAD students.
LET’S GET STARTED!
Below are the steps your child can take to successfully apply and start their
creative future!
1
Complete your artist meeting with an admissions representative.
2
Submit an admissions application.
3
Create and submit a portfolio to be considered for a scholarship.
4
Submit official high school and college transcripts (for transfer students).
5
Submit the current year’s FAFSA and other financial aid documentation.
Once all necessary materials are received, the Office of Admissions will issue a final admissions decision.
WHY WAIT? Help your child apply today!
RMCAD GRADS
RMCAD graduates are impacting the creative industry. Our graduates are working at some of the most recognizable and cutting-edge companies across the spectrum of artistic disciplines, many of whom are responsible for changing the face of their respective industries.
*As of March 2025, alumni were employed at these organizations.
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