Financial Aid

There’s no doubt that if you’re aiming for a creative career, CCS is an investment in your future and our post-graduation placement rates prove it.

From the day you are accepted until you graduate, we are committed to providing competitive financial assistance, totaling $42 million, offering you the essential support to navigate the college payment process.

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As part of this creative community, your tuition dollars ensure you have access to the best faculty, facilities and opportunities to help you hone your skills, solve problems and eventually find the career of your dreams.

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Career Readiness

CCS students participate in real-world projects with industry experts and well-known companies before they even graduate.

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8 STEM Designated Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

CCS’s STEM-designated programs blend creativity with technology, equipping students with the skills to thrive in today’s most innovative and tech-driven industries.

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Partnership in your Potential

Small class sizes benefit students so they can maximize their creative potential with project-based learning.

Industry Connections

100+ years of CCS and industry connections, which ensures the work students create is in line with industry needs and prepares them for their careers.

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Job Ready

CCS has a full hiring site for students to fast-track resumes to employers, and for employers seeking talent to find it.

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International Reach

CCS students have access to international job sites for both U.S. and international students seeking work opportunities abroad.

Mentors and Advisors

Faculty mentors become students’ trusted advisors to maximize their creative potential and reach their goals.

Industry Recruitment

Industry day recruitment events organized by CCS Office of Partnerships brings industry hiring managers and leaders, designers and alumni in hiring roles to campus.

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"One of America's Best"

CCS is the only Carnegie Classifications Opportunity College in Michigan with an art and design focus, proving that CCS fosters opportunities for student success.

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The Best Facilities

CCS has some of the best facilities for all students to use including 24 studio spaces, industry-level technology and equipment, a state-of-the-art foundry, shops and material libraries.

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