Submit Your Portfolio

Our portfolio requirement* isn't about proving you belong at KCAD—it's your opportunity to show us where your strengths and interests lie so we help you reach your fullest potential.

Notice to Associate Degree and/or BA Art History - Academic Track Applicants

Applicants to associate degree programs and/or the Art History program's Academic Track are NOT required to submit a portfolio.

 

Your work reflects your ability to express yourself, articulate your ideas, and demonstrate your intellectual curiosity and creativity. We understand that students come from a wide variety of educational backgrounds and we want to meet you where you are. We will consider your portfolio in the context of your prior experiences.

Your portfolio should include 8-10 pieces of your best, most recent completed work that reflect your interests and creative potential. This collection of work could include 2D or 3D artwork, such as drawings, paintings, design, photography, sketches, animation, typography, videos, collages, ceramics, sculpture, sewn garments or other forms of creativity. 

Our definition of creative output is broad. Perhaps your strength is in the following areas; robotics, broadcast journalism, performance, yearbook, creative writing, etc.— we’ll consider any form of creative expression that showcases your execution and thought.

If you have questions or concerns about putting together a portfolio of work, contact us at [email protected].

*Applicants to associate degree programs and/or the Art History program's Academic Track are NOT required to submit a portfolio.

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Submitting Your Portfolio 

SUBMIT ONLINE WITHOUT A REVIEW SESSION

KCAD faculty will review your portfolio as a part of your application. 

Other Review Opportunities 

We review portfolios during visits to area high schools (ask your art teacher), as well as at National Portfolio Days at colleges throughout the U.S. and Canada. Learn more about National Portfolio Day events and find one near you.