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Benefits

Alum and faculty member Arlene Birt installing her piece

MCAD alumni are an important part of what makes MCAD great. This network is committed to providing resources and benefits from the first day you walk on campus through your entire life. If you need assistance or have any questions with any of these benefits, contact the alumni relations office at alumni@mcad.edu.

First Year

MCAD Email Address

Your MCAD email address will stay active for twelve months after graduation.

First Five Years

Service Bureau printing

You have access to MCAD’s Service Bureau for five years after graduation, using the alumni request process, which is different from the one you used as a student. Complete an Alumni Access Proposal Form to submit your request. For alumni beyond five years, here is a list of printing resources in the area.

All Alumni

Alumni Directory

One of the biggest benefits of graduating from MCAD is the global network of alumni to connect with. Share or update your information now for our Alumni database, and fill out our Alumni Q&A form to be featured on our Alumni Profiles. Connect professionally with fellow alumni on LinkedIn.

Alumni News

Stay up to date with the activities of the college with the annual issue of CUT/PASTE, the alumni print publication of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Update your information to make sure you receive your copy. Plus, sign up for the monthly email newsletter and alumni email updates.

Alumni Events

MCAD alumni are more active than ever before. There are always a number of events to get involved in—keep your eye on the events calendar, and stay up to date on the alumni email newsletter. Don’t yet see an event you want to participate in? Reach out to Alumni Relations to plan an alumni event in your region. Please email alumni@mcad.edu.

Recognition

Alumni news is published to mcad.edu, and our monthly Alumni Newsletter. Submit your news now. Also, share your work on social with #makemcad for a chance to be featured on Instagram.

Tuition Discounts

Children of MCAD alumni (those students who completed an undergraduate or graduate degree program) receive the MCAD Legacy Scholarship for $8,000 over four years ($2,000 per year) when enrolled full-time in an undergraduate degree program. To receive the MCAD Legacy Scholarship, students need to include alumni information on their admissions application.

Continuing Education Discount

Art Cellar and Library

Take advantage of the already-discounted supplies and material at MCAD’s Art Cellar, or use the resources and materials of MCAD's Library for a $20 annual fee.

Career Development

MCAD Career Development provides resources to help you succeed in your job search, including resumé and cover letter help, interviewing and networking skills, and job and internship search tips. Register at mcadcareerdevelopment.com or contact 612.874.3721 or careers@mcad.edu.

Financial Aid

MCAD’s Financial Aid office can continue to provide information and guidance for alumni after graduation. If you have questions or need advice regarding your loans, email financial_aid@mcad.edu.