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Minneapolis College of Art and Design MCAD Online: PSEO Application
ABOUT MINNESOTA's PSEO PROGRAM
The Minnesota State Legislature created the PSEO program in 1985 to give students an
opportunity to pursue educational options and academic challenges not available to them in high
school. The PSEO program lets qualified high school students enroll in classes at post-secondary
institutions. Individual colleges determine the criteria used to admit PSEO students to their
schools.
ABOUT MCAD’s ONLINE PSEO PROGRAM
The MCAD Online PSEO program is intended for exceptional students who are independent
learners, comfortable with internet/email and digital media software. To participate in online
courses (studio projects, research, writing), you must have strong time-management and
technical problem-solving skills. How much work is required? Keep in mind that a 1-credit
course requires a minimum of 50 hours of work. Students accepted to MCAD's Online PSEO
program must work closely with a high school guidance counselor to make sure the classes taken
at MCAD will fulfill their high school graduation requirements. PSEO credits earned at MCAD may
be applied to both your high school graduation requirements and to MCAD's four-year BFA or BS
degree programs.
The MCAD PSEO program is an honors program for high school seniors. To be accepted, you
must demonstrate self-discipline, maturity and a high level of commitment to the visual and liberal
arts. Each semester, the MCAD Admissions Committee will meet and select students from the
pool of completed PSEO applications. Because the PSEO program is competitive, students
admitted into the program are not guaranteed classes from semester to semester.
PLEASE NOTE
ß Interested students must review the Technical Requirements listed on the MCAD Online
website (http://online.mcad.edu) for hardware, software and additional technical
requirements.
ß Acceptance into MCAD's Online PESO program does NOT mean that you will be
accepted to MCAD's four-year BFA or BS degree program. If you want to attend MCAD
to receive a four-year degree, you must apply separately.
ß Continuation in the program is contingent on maintaining a 2.0 cumulative GPA (on a 4.0
scale) in MCAD classes. PSEO students who fall below a 2.0 GPA will not be allowed to
continue in our program.
ß Many colleges will accept the transfer of PSEO credits earned at other post-secondary
institutions. You must check with individual colleges to find out their policies on accepting
PSEO credits earned at MCAD.
ß A stipend of $50 per 3-credit class for books and art supplies purchased at MCAD's Art
Cellar bookstore will be provided for accepted MCAD Online PSEO students. Any costs
over the $50 stipend are the responsibility of the students and their parents.
ß This information is subject to change without notice subsequent to action by MCAD
and/or the State of Minnesota. This is not a contract.

Minneapolis College of Art and Design MCAD Online: PSEO Application
MCAD ONLINE PSEO APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
The deadline for Fall courses is August 15. Make sure that you have completed all six
steps for a complete application. Incomplete applications cannot be considered.
1. MCAD PSEO APPLICATION FORM
Complete the enclosed application form and return it to the Admissions Office by mail
or as an email attachment.
2. PERSONAL STATEMENT OF INTEREST
Please share any information you feel would be helpful for us in evaluating your
interest in the visual arts. Explain why you want to take an art class online. Your
statement may include personal thoughts on art, technology, and your career goals.
Ask yourself: “why do I want to participate in the ONLINE PSEO program at MCAD,
and how does being an ONLINE art student fit into my educational goals?”
3. OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT
Your transcript must show that you will be a senior in the upcoming semester and
have a 2.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale (a C plus grade point average.) Only
official high school transcripts will be accepted. Transcripts stamped “Issued to
student” are not official.
Request that your high school transcript be sent directly to:
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Admissions Office
2501 Stevens Avenue South
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404
4. DIGITAL PORTFOLIO OF CREATIVE WORK
Your portfolio is one of the most important requirements in the admissions decision.
Because you will be working online, your portfolio should consist of 8 digital
examples, in JPG format, of your best and most recent work. Your portfolio should
include drawings done from observation (rather than drawings copied directly from
photographs or other artists’ work.) You may submit digital images of painting,
sculpture, design projects, photography, film, screenshots, etc. If you have
interactive work on the internet, you may submit a paragraph explaining the project
and your creative role, with a working URL. All other portfolio work must be
submitted as JPG attachments to email.
Submit to: admissions@mcad.edu
Subject line: ONLINE PSEO PORTFOLIO
5. TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
One letter should be from your high school guidance counselor or your high school
art teacher, and the other should be from a parent or guardian. The recommendation
forms are included at the end of this document (PDF).
6. PSEO MINNESOTA STATE FORM
Download and complete the State form with your guidance counselor. Be sure that it
is signed by you, a parent or guardian, and your high school guidance counselor.
http://education.state.mn.us/mdeprod/idcplg?IdcService=GET_FILE&dDocName=
translatedcontent/pub_002744.pdf
This State form must be printed out, completed, and signed.
SUBMIT THE STATE FORM TO MCAD WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

MCAD ONLINE - PSEO APPLICATION FORM
Name
Last
Permanent mailing address
City
Phone ( )
First
Date of Birth
Email address you check frequently and will use
for your online course (PRINT CAREFULLY)
Name of parent or legal guardian
State
County
Middle
Social Security Number
I am applying for (check one) Fall of Year
Spring of Year
Name of High School
City
Year of high school graduation
Name of high school art teacher
Name of high school guidance counselor
List any colleges or universities you have previously attended through the PSEO (or other) pre-college program.
Name of Institution
College presently attending (if applicable)
Have you ever attended MCAD?
Have you attended an MCAD Summer program?
RETURN APPLICATION TO:
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Admissions Office
2501 Stevens Avenue South
Minneapolis MN 55404
QUESTIONS:
Contact MCAD Admissions
admissions@mcad.edu
612-874-3760 or 1-800-874-6223
612-874-3701 (fax)
Contact MCAD Distance Learning
online@mcad.edu
612-874-3618 or 1-800-874-6223
http://online.mcad.edu
State
City/State
Yes No If yes, date:
Yes No If yes, date:
Zip
Dates
Which MCAD Online courses are you interested in taking?
Review MCAD Online course descriptions (http://online.mcad.edu) before listing your selections below:
First Choice
Second Choice
Third Choice
Personal Information (optional) Male
Sex:
Female
Predominant ethnic background (optional)
Black (Non-Hispanic)
American Indian/ Alaskan Native
Asian/ Pacific Islander
Hispanic/ Chicano/ Latino
White (Non-Hispanic)
Multi-Cultural
Do you have any access needs the college should be aware of?
(If yes, please explain on a separate sheet of paper.)
The Minneapolis College of Art and Design is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

MCAD ONLINE - PSEO
Guidance Counselor Recommendation Form
Name of Applicant
Applicant is applying for: MCAD ONLINE PSEO
Name of Reference
Address of Reference
City
Place of Employment
Position
Phone ( )
Based on your knowledge of the applicant, please comment on the following: motivation, self-discipline,
creative ability, familiarity with technology, academic background. (Attach letter on separate page if needed.)
Signature
RETURN TO:
I would like this information to remain confidential
The applicant may read this letter
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Admissions Office
2501 Stevens Avenue South
Minneapolis MN 55404
(612) 874-3760 Phone
(800) 874-6223 Toll-free
(612) 874-3701 Fax
State
Zip

MCAD ONLINE - PSEO
Parent or Guardian Recommendation Form
Name of Applicant
Applicant is applying for: MCAD ONLINE PSEO
Name of Reference
Address of Reference
City
Place of Employment
Position
Phone ( )
Based on your knowledge of the applicant, please comment on the following: motivation, self-discipline,
creative ability, familiarity with technology, academic background. (Attach letter on separate page if needed.)
Signature
RETURN TO:
I would like this information to remain confidential
The applicant may read this letter
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Admissions Office
2501 Stevens Avenue South
Minneapolis MN 55404
(612) 874-3760 Phone
(800) 874-6223 Toll-free
(612) 874-3701 Fax
State
Zip