国际学生

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MCAD欢迎多元化的学生群体, with approximately 750 students from 45 states and 15 countries. International students choose to move to Minneapolis to attend MCAD for a variety of reasons, including the college’s reputation as a highly ranked institution in one of the nation's most creative cities. 考虑MCAD的其他原因包括:

优秀的设施全天候开放
奖学金/助学金
高素质教师
小而互助的社区
安全、低成本居住地
Four beautiful seasons—the chance to see snow!
Positive reviews from other students and 校友
The ability to explore mediums outside of your 重大/重点

MCAD strongly values and promotes diversity on campus. Diversity is essential for creative thinking; it allows one to view things—everything from homework assignments to social justice issues—from the perspectives of others.

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国际学生顾问

Make your adjustment to MCAD and to American culture a smooth one, and have some fun along the way. 作为一个国际学生, you will be assigned an international advisor in Student Affairs who handles all immigration requirements and serves as a liaison between you and the United States Department of Homeland Security.

你可以在以下方面找到帮助:

进出美国
就业
更改地址
社会保障
身份证
税
CPT / OPT

The international advisor also plans regular events for international students. 这是你提问的机会, 认识其他国际学生, 而且经常享受免费的餐点.

常见问题

我怎样才能确定MCAD是一所好学校?

Since 1886, MCAD has been a leading art-and-design, nonprofit institution in the region and has 获得了最高的认证. 这所学院以卓越著称设施,完成教师, an 10:1 instructor-to-student ratio, successful 校友等等. The small international population means you get plenty of one-on-one guidance from your advisor. 请求更多信息是什么让MCAD成为如此受欢迎的学校.

国际学生感觉如何?

International students are part of the fabric of MCAD for the valuable perspectives and experiences they share. 即使他们要长途跋涉, 适应不同的文化, 提高他们的语言技能, they chose MCAD as their new home for their creative practice.

到达MCAD后, students attend International Student Orientation where they learn about living in the United States, 包括文化冲击等话题, 驾驭明尼苏达州的医疗保健系统, 周游明尼阿波利斯, F-1签证规定等等. There is also an international student panel so new students can ask current international students questions about life at MCAD. +, orientation typically includes a trip to Target for necessities, 午餐, 并参观当地的景点.

Once the semester starts, the group typically gets together for pizza parties. These are opportunities for the students to hang out, 问问题, 并了解重要信息.

国际校友在哪里找工作?

International MCAD 校友 go on to do everything from starting their own businesses to working for Google.

MCAD的学杂费是什么?

找到当前学杂费您所选课程的信息.

What kinds of 奖学金 and financial aid are available?

For residential programs (bachelor's degrees and master of fine art's degree), 奖学金, 贷款, and grants may be awarded based on both talent and financial need. 看到为nba官方正规买球网站提供的所有经济援助. Note that international students in MCAD's online MA programs are not eligible for federal financial aid.

什么样的住房是可用的?

MCAD提供校园公寓式空间有家具的或没有家具的. Each unit includes bedrooms, bathrooms, living rooms, and full kitchens. Plenty of great off-campus housing options are also available within walking distance from campus. 住房 is not available to students enrolled in MCAD's online-only MA programs.

明尼苏达的天气怎么样?

Minnesota enjoys four very distinct seasons: spring is cool and damp, 夏天郁郁葱葱，温暖宜人, 秋天是五彩缤纷和清爽的, 冬天又白又冷. Many students from milder climates love Minnesota's seasons—even winter, which is beautiful and comfortable as long as you have the right outdoor gear and clothing.

Can I live in Minneapolis/The United States if I am in an online MA program?

No. 根据美国移民局的规定, F-1 international students may only take one online class during their full-time, 校园教学. Only BFA/BS and MFA students may receive an I-20 to be eligible for an F-1 student visa.

Can I do an internship/get CPT as an international student?

All Bachelor of Science students are required to complete two internships (6 credits) in order to fulfill the graduation requirements for MCAD. 产品设计 students are required to complete one 3-credit internship; all other BFA students are strongly encouraged to complete internships as part of their program. International BFA/BS students will need to be authorized for CPT (Curricular Practical Training) by the MCAD international student advisor once they receive an internship in their junior/third year. MFA students are not required to do an internship, but may request special permission from the MFA Director and their mentor. CPT is not guaranteed for MFA international students. 在线学生不符合CPT的资格.

我可以参加OPT(选择性实习培训)吗??

是的. BFA/BS and MFA students are allowed to apply for post-completion OPT in their final semester at MCAD. OPT grants work authorization to international graduates to work in the US up to one year after graduation. OPT is granted by USCIS and is not guaranteed. 在线学生不符合OPT资格.