by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a MICA degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how MICA measures up.
These MICA majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Fiber, Textile & Weaving Arts | #9 of 13 |
| Ceramic Arts & Ceramics | #22 of 27 |
| Printmaking | #24 of 33 |
| Intermedia/Multimedia | #30 of 34 |
| Painting | #30 of 40 |
| Sculpture | #32 of 42 |
| Illustration | #40 of 59 |
| Other Design & Applied Arts | #49 of 55 |
| Industrial Design | #53 of 62 |
| Game & Interactive Media Design | #55 of 67 |
Unfortunately, College Factual was unable to determine the value ranking of MICA due to a lack of data.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at MICA costs about $43,423. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $173,691 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $77,412 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $42,729 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $43,423 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $173,691 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about MICA net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at MICA shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $27,796 |
| $30K–$48K | $31,148 |
| $48K–$75K | $38,922 |
| $75K–$110K | $45,577 |
| Over $110K | $44,851 |
About 98% of MICA undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $25,709 per year. Get more details on the MICA financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing a school’s average total cost to other schools of a similar quality. Unfortunately we did not have enough data to determine the value of MICA. See the net price page for more information.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.