The Modern College of Design SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
With a 91.7% acceptance rate, The Modern is likely to be accessible if your GPA is near its 3.13 average, so focus on fit, portfolio strength, and affordability. Since it is test-optional, submit SAT or ACT scores only if they are stronger than the rest of your academic record.
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The Modern College of Design facts and stats
The Modern College of Design enrolls 217 undergraduates in an urban campus setting. The Modern’s small student body is paired with a 6:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Students considering The Modern will find a compact college community in a city environment.
Kettering, OH
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Key The Modern College of Design application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Offered
Early Decision
Offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
July 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional The Modern, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and fall of senior year for retakes. Since The Modern offers Early Decision and Early Action, make sure your final fall retake scores will arrive before the earliest early application deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
Tuition and fees at The Modern are $29,734. About 38% of students receive aid, and the average merit award is $2,500. Submit the FAFSA by the July 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.
At The Modern, tuition and fees are $29,734, with total cost higher once housing, meals, books, and personal expenses are included. About 38% of students receive financial aid, with an average aid package of $4,246. The average merit award is $2,500, so students should plan for a meaningful remaining out-of-pocket cost.
Student life at The Modern College of Design
Student activities and organization details coming soon.
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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