A Closer Look At Costs
We get it. This is one of the most important investments you’ll ever make. So we want to help you maximize your investment. That means investing every dollar wisely.
Scholarships are a Reflection of You
They reflect your talent. The hard work you’ve done to date. And the even harder work you’re willing to do moving forward.
All students who are admitted to CCAD will receive an institutional scholarship. You don't have to apply separately.
Merit scholarships up to $22,000, are awarded to outstanding students who demonstrate exceptional talent in their creative portfolios. While significant, merit scholarships are only the beginning.
Additional scholarships from $500 to $4,500 available to students as well. Evaluation is based on your application and all submitted materials.
The financial aid factor. It’s very real.
Financial aid can be a genuine difference maker. Aid comes in many forms and has evolved as student needs have changed over the years. Today, a wide range of grants and loans are available.
Aid begins with FAFSA.
If you’re entering college for the first time, the first thing you need to do is complete your FAFSA. That’s code for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It’s a big deal. Because it determines your eligibility for federal grants, loans and work-study employment and potentially additional aid from CCAD. Here’s how it works:
Go to studentaid.gov to start the application process.
Add CCAD to your list with this code: 003039.
Once we receive your FAFSA results, we’ll be in touch to review next steps.
2025–2026 Tuition & Fees
Here's a quick breakdown of costs by degree.
| Undergraduate | Yearly | By Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (12-18 credit hours) | $42,200 | $21,100 |
| Additional credit (per hour) | $1,407 | |
| Tuition deposit (one-time; non-refundable) | (Residents $350) (Commuters $200) | |
| Housing & Meals | ||
| Housing for FIRST-YEAR students | ||
| Schottenstein Residence Hall (shared double room; includes Gold Meal Plan) | $11,600 | $5,800 |
| Housing for RETURNING students | ||
| Design Square Apartments (two-bedroom) | $9,600 | $4,800 |
| Design Square Apartments (four-bedroom) | $9,000 | $4,500 |
| Meal plans for FIRST-YEAR students | ||
| Gold Plan (250 meals and $100 flex; required) | $5,250 | $2,625 |
| Meal plans for RETURNING students | ||
| Gold Plan (250 meals and $100 flex) | $5,250 | $2,625 |
| Silver Plan (175 meals and $125 flex) | $3,900 | $1,950 |
| Bronze Plan (125 meals and $150 flex) | $2,950 | $1,475 |
| Commuter Plan A (45 meals and $50 flex) | $1,090 | $545 |
| Commuter Plan B (75 meals and $100 flex) | $1,800 | $900 |
| Fees | ||
| BFA Application fee (non-refundable) | $50 | |
| Art supply fee (one-time; for first-year and transfer students) | $795 |
| Tuition (Scholarship opportunities available) | Yearly | By Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (full-time, 15 credit hours per semester) | $26,100 | $13,050 |
| Additional credit (per hour) | $870 | |
| Tuition deposit (one-time; non-refundable) | $300 | |
| Fees | ||
| Application fee (non-refundable) | $65 | |
| Housing & Meals | ||
| Housing for graduate students (optional) | ||
| Design Square Apartments (two-bedroom) | $9,600 | $4,800 |
| Design Square Apartments (four-bedroom) | $9,000 | $4,500 |
| Meal plans for graduate students (optional) | ||
| Gold Plan (250 meals and $100 flex) | $5,250 | $2,625 |
| Silver Plan (175 meals and $125 flex) | $3,900 | $1,950 |
| Bronze Plan (125 meals and $150 flex) | $2,950 | $1,475 |
| Commuter Plan A (45 meals and $50 flex) | $1,090 | $545 |
| Commuter Plan B (75 meals and $100 flex) | $1,800 | $900 |
Money is always part of the equation. But we never want it to be a hurdle.
HERE TO HELP
We know this process can look daunting. But there’s no reason to feel overwhelmed. Schedule an appointment with Admissions at any time.
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Ashley Deal, Assistant Director of Admissions
Transfer, International, and Graduate Student Specialist (also includes 2nd Bachelors)
Phone: 614-222-4032
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Paityn Wall, Admission Counselor
Territory: Franklin County (includes Columbus City Schools, Worthington, Bexley, Canal Winchester, Grove City, Groveport, Southwestern City School, Hilliard, and Dublin, I Know I Can organization, Fort Hayes, and Tolles Career Tech Center)
All of Madison, Pickaway, and Fairfield counties in Ohio.All U.S. territories and these states: Washington, Oregon, Nevada, California, Arizona, Utah, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Hawaii, and Alaska.
Phone: 614-222-3234
Email: [email protected] -
Justin Jensen, Admission Counselor
Territory: Franklin (includes Delaware, Olentangy, Grandview, Upper Arlington, Westerville, New Albany, Gahanna/ Lincoln, Whitehall, and Reynoldsburg. This would also include our close relationship with DACC and Eastland Career Center)
All of Union, Delaware, and Licking counties in Ohio.
Also, these states: North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina
Phone: 614-222-3206
Email: [email protected] -
Joanna Junkans, Admission Counselor
Territory: Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, D.C. Virginia, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island, and Florida
Phone: 614-222-3255
Email: [email protected] -
Lauren Frericks, Admission Counselor
Territory: All counties in Ohio except Franklin, Delaware, Licking, Fairfield, Pickaway, Madison, Union.
Phone: 614-222-3204
Email: [email protected]
2025-2026 Financial Aid Forms
Dependent Student Verification Worksheet
Dependent students (those with parent information on the FAFSA) should use this form only if they have been instructed by the Office of Financial Aid to complete the form.
Independent Student Verification Worksheet
Independent students (those without parent information on the FAFSA) should use this form only if they have been instructed by the Office of Financial Aid to complete the form.
2025-2026 Loan Action Form
This form allows students to ACCEPT, DECLINE or REDUCE the amount of federal loans offered in their initial award offer for the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. Any other loan questions or requests, contact the Financial Aid Office.
2025-2026 Loan Adjustment Form
This form is to be completed by a CCAD student or a parent who wishes to make a change to their Federal Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized or Parent PLUS loans that they already accepted, declined or reduced previously for the Fall 2025 and/or Spring 2026 semesters. Any other loan questions or requests, contact the Financial Aid Office.
2025-2026 Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal
Students should use this form only if they have been notified by the Office of Financial Aid that they have not met Satisfactory Academic Progress(SAP) requirements.
2025-2026 Special Circumstance Form
If you or your family have experienced a significant change in your financial situation which differs from what was reported on your FAFSA, you may fill out this form. Please review the form and submit all the requested documents.
File your 2025-26 FAFSA now! CLICK HERE to begin!
