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College for Creative Studies

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world rank  3346

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Overview

Established in 1906, the College for Creative Studies is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Detroit (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Michigan. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, College for Creative Studies (CCS) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. College for Creative Studies (CCS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 118-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CCS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

College for Creative Studies's Control Typeprivate

Entity

College for Creative Studies's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

College for Creative Studies' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

College for Creative Studies's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym CCS
Founded 1906
Colours Cardinal and eggshell
Mascot Watson Peacock
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University Location

Address 201 E Kirby
Detroit
48202 Michigan
United States
College for Creative Studies's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
College for Creative Studies Phone Number +1 (313) 664 7400
College for Creative Studies Fax Number +1 (313) 872 2739

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following College for Creative Studies's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify College for Creative Studies's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This College for Creative Studies's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at College for Creative Studies.

College for Creative Studies: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
45,000-49,999 US$
(41,010-45,570 Euro)
45,000-49,999 US$
(41,010-45,570 Euro)
International
students
45,000-49,999 US$
(41,010-45,570 Euro)
45,000-49,999 US$
(41,010-45,570 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic College for Creative Studies's admission information.

College for Creative Studies's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


College for Creative Studies's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has College for Creative Studies a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

College for Creative Studies's acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


College for Creative Studies's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


College for Creative Studies's Admission Office Admission Office

201 East Kirby
Detroit 48202-4034
(313) 664 7425
800 952 2787

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for College for Creative Studies.

College for Creative Studies's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

College for Creative Studies has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


College for Creative Studies's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of under-50 academic employees (Faculty).


College for Creative Studies's Control Type Control Type

College for Creative Studies is a private higher education institution.


College for Creative Studies's Entity Type Entity Type

College for Creative Studies is a non-profit higher education institution.


College for Creative Studies's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


College for Creative Studies's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

College for Creative Studies does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official College for Creative Studies's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Arts, Music & Design Schools
Size & Setting Four-year, small, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Other-dominant, with Arts & Sciences

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of College for Creative Studies's main facilities:


College for Creative Studies's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

College for Creative Studies's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 71,669 physical volumes, 3,821 physical media and 113 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 8 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. College for Creative Studies's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

College for Creative Studies's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the College for Creative Studies provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 626 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

College for Creative Studies's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of College for Creative Studies's main services:


College for Creative Studies's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

College for Creative Studies's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

College for Creative Studies's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

College for Creative Studies's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

College for Creative Studies's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


College for Creative Studies's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

College for Creative Studies is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important College for Creative Studies's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Council for Interior Design Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation *


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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  • Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design (AICAD)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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