by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current tuition and fees for Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
For the latest reported year, tuition and fees at Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design were $20,190 a year for undergraduate students. Note that the school does not charge a different rate for in-state students.
Within that total, required fees amounted to $2,430; the rest is tuition itself.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $17,760 |
| Fees | $2,430 |
| Total | $20,190 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and exclude room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The totals here are the list price.
How much does Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design charge if you go part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the breakdown.
For perspective, here is how Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design prices compare to peer schools. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In CO | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Relative to the national field, Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design is about average on cost.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Check the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design Financial Aid page for specifics.
Take a look at how tuition at Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $19,425 |
| Two Years Ago | $20,355 |
| One Year Ago | $21,360 |
| Most Recent Year | $17,760 |
The chart here shows how tuition at RMCAD has trended over the reported years.
Over the most recent year, tuition actually decreased — institutions occasionally restate prior figures, so don’t assume the drop will continue.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For more on the aid available at Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design, see the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design Financial Aid page.