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ADMISSIONS POLICIES AND INFORMATION
Non-Discrimination Statement: The University of Arts & Design does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex, or age in admitting students to its programs or in administering its educational policies, scholarships, or other University programs. Admissions policies are based on inclusiveness.
General Admissions Requirements: The University of Arts & Design accepts applications throughout the year and students can begin courses at the start of every 15-week term. Students can enroll in the master’s degree program or complete focused courses as part of its undergraduate certificate programs.
In determining whether an applicant possesses the necessary readiness and qualification to be admitted to one of the programs offered, the University reserves the right to consider and evaluate a wide range of factors and information including the applicant’s background and public information. This information, generally available through public records, is used for screening in conformity with all federal and state laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University does not enroll students below the compulsory age of secondary school attendance.
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
The University of Arts & Design offers students the opportunity to enroll in undergraduate certificate programs or a Master of Arts in Design Business with an emphasis in either Digital Technology or Visual Arts. To be admitted to one of the programs offered applicants must meet the following admissions criteria by submitting requested documentation:
- All students must submit a copy of a valid government-issued photo identification (military IDs will not be accepted). Providing false or altered identification is grounds for denial of admission, or dismissal from the University.
- Secure, Individual Login and Password: Students receive a username and initial password that they must change upon initial login to access their courses on the learning management system.
- Proctored Examinations: Students must complete proctored examinations to verify their identity at specific points throughout their program.
Undergraduate Certificate Programs
- Apply Online ($75 application fee)
- Submit evidence of completed high school education or its international equivalent.
Examples of Acceptable Documentation
- Copy of a high school diploma or transcript.
- Copy of GED or state certificate awarded after passing an authorized test that the state recognizes as equivalent to a high school diploma.
- Official transcript indicating a qualifying associate, bachelor’s, or master’s degree awarded from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or foreign equivalent.
- Official transcripts of completed semester credit hours from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or foreign equivalent.
- If a prospective student earned an international high school diploma, a copy of an approved Foreign Evaluation Services (www.naces.org) report showing an equivalent to a completed US high school education.
- Self-certification (subject to the University’s review and approval).
- Copy of a government-issued photo identification (e.g., drivers’ license or passport)
Master’s Degree Program
- Apply Online ($75 application fee)
- Submit evidence of an earned bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent.
Examples of Acceptable Documentation
- Official transcripts demonstrating an earned bachelor’s degree awarded from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or foreign equivalent. To be considered official, the transcripts must be received by the University directly from the sending institution.
- GPA higher than 2.0.
- Copy of a government-issued photo identification (e.g., driver’s license or passport)
Provisional Enrollment: Applicants may be provisionally enrolled in a program pending the University’s receipt of official transcripts. To be provisionally enrolled, students must submit unofficial transcripts and ensure the University receives official transcripts by the end of the first 15-week term. If official transcripts are not received, provisionally enrolled students will be administratively withdrawn.
Notification of Acceptance or Denial: The Admissions Team notifies students of their acceptance or reasons for denial within 10 days following the submission of the application and corresponding documentation.
English Language Proficiency: Applicants whose native language is not English and who have not earned a degree from an appropriately accredited institution where English is the principal language of instruction must demonstrate college-level proficiency in English through one of the tests listed below or by providing proof that the language of instruction for their secondary or postsecondary institution was English. Transcript evaluations must be completed for official transcripts; however, unofficial documentation may be reviewed for the purpose of admission.
| Accepted Test | Minimum Score (Undergraduate Applicants) |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) | 57 on the paper-delivered test (PBT) or 61 on the Internet Based Test (iBT) |
| International English Language Test (IELTS) | 6.0 |
| Pearson Test of English | 44 |
| Duolingo English Test | 95 |
| Michigan English Test (MET) | 53 |
| Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Competency in English (ECCE) | 650/LP |
| Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE) | 650/LP |
| Accepted Test | Minimum Score (Graduate Applicants) |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) | 60 on the paper-delivered test (PBT) or 71 on the Internet Based Test (iBT) |
| International English Language Test (IELTS) | 6.5 |
| Pearson Test of English | 50 |
| Duolingo English Test | 100 |
| Michigan English Test (MET) | 55 |
| Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Competency in English (ECCE) | 650/LP |
| Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE) | 650/LP |
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
The University of Arts & Design provides limited technical support for course-related software applications and online resources. The listed computer requirements are expected to work for most students under most conditions. There could be situations where hardware limitations or software compatibility issues might prevent customer support from addressing student technical issues. In these cases, it is up to the student to obtain third-party assistance in handling any technical issues. There are courses that will have additional technical requirements and those will supersede the specifications listed in this section.
The online learning environment at the University of Arts & Design is composed of multiple technologies working together. This requires that students’ computers meet the following minimum technical requirements. Further, depending on various combinations of operating systems, different versions of software will be required to provide an optimal learning experience.
Computer Hardware Requirements
- One of the following operating systems with sufficient rights on the device to install software:
- Windows 10 (or higher)
- Mac OS 11 (or higher)
- One of the following web browsers with the ability to allow popups:
- Google Chrome (preferred) – most recent stable version or two preceding versions
- Mozilla Firefox – most recent stable version or two preceding versions
- Apple Safari – two most recent major versions
- Microsoft Edge – most recent stable version or two preceding versions
- Broadband internet connection 1Mbps required, 25 Mbps or faster preferred
- Acrobat Reader version 2020 (or higher)
- Webcam
- Art Supplies (course specific)
Identity Verification Methods: Students enrolled in courses or programs are subject to one or more of the following student identity verification methods: Coming Soon.
Re-Admission: The University encourages students who withdraw to return and complete their certificate or degree program. When returning to the same program of study, returning students will be enrolled into the program curriculum in place at the time of re-admission. The admissions department will guide students’ re-admission to determine the appropriate term and ensure alignment with course availability.
Students who wish to return to the University for a different program will be considered for re-admission and are subject to the tuition, policies, and program curriculum in place at the time of re-admission.
Programs and courses may remain unchanged, be removed, or added as needed to meet current curriculum requirements.