About Us
CCAD is the center of creativity in central Ohio. By fostering a diverse educational community, we empower students to unleash their creative power to shape culture and commerce, both locally and around the globe.
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Our Values
We value every member of our community and together we focus on student and institutional success.
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Who we are. What we stand for.
Ours is a community where all people, views and perspectives are welcomed. All of which make us better as an institution. And just as importantly, better prepare our students for successful careers as artists and designers in a multicultural world.
Our Future
I chose CCAD over other colleges because it has the most positive community that allows for growth and development of skills in an understanding and safe environment.
The Investment of a Lifetime
We bring real life into the classroom. And that brings students face-to-face with their future and prepares them for what’s next.
CREATING SINCE 1879.
CCAD was founded by five women who envisioned a place where artists could learn and grow from one another. And from that point forward we’ve worked to make that vision a reality.