Columbus College of Art and Design
Academics
- Graduation Rate60%
- Majors Available13
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio10:1
- Retention Rate72%
AP Credit Policy
In Art, a score of 5 is given art elective credit toward a BFA degree at CCAD. In Liberal Arts, scores of 3, 4, or 5 are given required course credit, when applicable, or academic elective credit.
For more information, view the credit policy on the college's website.
Offers credits
Yes
Offers placement into advanced courses
Yes
| AP Courses | Min Score Required | Number of Credits | Course Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-D Art and Design | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| 5 | 3 | CORE1110 | |
| 3-D Art and Design | 5 | 3 | CORE1110 |
| 4 | 3 | Not available | |
| Art History | 3 | Not available | ARTH1132 or ARTH1133 |
| Biology | 3 | Not available | LIBA2459 |
| Calculus AB | 3 | 3 | LIBA2802 |
| Calculus BC | 3 | 3 | LIBA2802 |
| Chemistry | 3 | Not available | LIBA2459 |
| Drawing | 4 | 3 | Not available |
| 5 | 3 | CORE1110 | |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | Not available | LIBA1290 |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | Not available | LIBA1290 or LIBA3310 |
| Environmental Science | 3 | Not available | LIBA2461 |
| Human Geography | 3 | Not available | LIBA2675 |
| Physics 1 | 3 | Not available | LIBA2456 |
| Physics 2 | 3 | Not available | LIBA2456 |
| Psychology | 3 | Not available | LIBA2670 |
| Statistics | 3 | Not available | LIBA2802 |
Study Options
Majors and Degrees
The college offers the following degrees: Bachelor's and Master's
A
- Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation
C
- Cinematography and Film/Video Production
- Commercial and Advertising Art
- Crafts/Craft Design, Folk Art and Artisanry
F
- Fashion/Apparel Design
- Fine/Studio Arts, General
G
- Game and Interactive Media Design
I
- Illustration
- Industrial and Product Design
- Interior Design
P
- Photography
V
- Visual and Performing Arts, General
Need Help Choosing a Major?
Keep in mind most colleges don’t require students to declare a major until the end of their sophomore year, and many students change majors at least once.
Special Academics Program
- Cross-Registration
- Distance Learning
- Double Major
- English as a Second Language
- Honors Program
- Independent Study
- Internships
- Study Abroad
- Visiting/Exchange Student Program
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