Degree Pathways for UArts Students
College for Creative Studies (CCS) welcomes UArts students to continue advancing toward their degree.
CCS is committed to offering a barrier-free pathway for those seeking a like-minded community and collegiate experience. We encourage any interested students to reach out with any questions.
Students from UArts seeking entry from/to the corresponding programs listed in the following equivalency table will be provided guaranteed admission*, no loss of credit, and guarantee of same standing (no extension of time to complete degree).
| UArts BFA Programs | Corresponding CCS BFA Programs |
|---|---|
| Animation | Entertainment Arts: Animation |
| Game Art | Entertainment Arts: Game |
| Any Other BFA from School or Art, School of Design, or School of Film (with exception of Creative Writing & Screenwriting) ** |
Interdisciplinary Art + Design |
* To qualify for guaranteed admission at CCS applicants from UArts must be in good academic standing (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above).
** Students are encouraged to apply to the CCS program that best suits their personal and professional goals. Every effort will be made to provide a smooth pathway to degree completion and facilitate maximum application of coursework completed at UArts regardless of the program they select.
Pathways Details
Students Pursuing Animation, Game or Interdisciplinary Art + Design Majors
For students who seek to continue their studies from one of the following BFA programs offered at UArts:Animation, Game, or Interdisciplinary Art + Design the College for Creative Studies will:
- Grant guaranteed admission to the corresponding CCS program for students in good academic standing;
- Ensure students experience no loss of credit earned in coursework completed toward the degree requirements for these programs when transferring to the corresponding CCS major (This includes students in their final/senior year of study.);
- Provide allowances and accommodations to ensure students transferring from one of the listed programs to the corresponding CCS major will resume their studies in the same term and will not see an extension in the time required to complete their degree.
Important – To qualify for all pathway assurances outlined above, students must:
- be in good academic standing with a UArts cumulative GPA of over 2.5;
- transfer from/to the corresponding majors listed in the UArts & CCS Program Equivalents table.
For All Impacted Students
For all students whose educational pursuits have been disrupted by the pending closure of UArts, we pledge to provide the following:
Every effort will be made to support all applicants from UArts by:
- Offering a free and expeditious application process, and the most expeditious pathway to degree completion possible;
- Awarding the full extent of transfer credit possible to their program of choice (CCS Undergraduate Degree Programs);
- Ensuring students are provided with a full transfer credit evaluation and degree completion planning for their CCS program with an academic advisor;
- Establishing access to financial aid counseling with a representative familiar with the circumstances of UArts closure;
- Considered for priority access to CCS campus housing based on available space at the time of enrollment;
- Providing any additional support we can offer through our student services or enrollment services offices to provide applicants with the information they need before enrolling.
FAQs
<b>MFA:</b> Does CCS offer options for students seeking to complete an MFA in visual arts and design?
Our Graduate Studies programs are contextually rich, emphasizing research-led practice and business acumen for the creative economy. The programs’ unique curricula provide a breadth of options, allowing for full consideration when transferring graduate-level credit earned at UArts.
The Interdisciplinary Design Study MFA offers optimal flexibility for prospective UArts students and allows for up to 30 transfer credits toward program requirements.
For questions regarding admission to our graduate programs, including financial aid, program details, and portfolio requirements, please contact:
Graduate Admissions Counselor, Britney Underwood
E: [email protected]
Meet with Britney
For more information about transferring graduate coursework, please contact:
Director of Transfer & Academic Partnerships, Amber Thomas
E: [email protected]
Meet with Amber
<b>New to UArts:</b> What if I am a new or incoming student at UArts? Does this apply to me?
If you would have started at UArts for the first time, review the Pathways Details and follow the application process for admission to CCS — saving you the cost of uploading your portfolio to Slideroom.
<b>Transcripts:</b> How do I get a copy of my transcript to share?
Students seeking admission to CCS are encouraged to request copies of their transcripts through the National Clearinghouse Transcript Ordering Center.
Transcripts can also be requested through the UArts registrar by contacting [email protected]. The University of the Arts has reported it will offer free transcripts.
<b>Financial Aid:</b> What about my financial aid award and FAFSA?
Update your FAFSA form: add CCS to your list of receiving schools so we can provide you with a full financial aid award quickly.
Share your award letter: if you have already received an aid award from UArts for the upcoming (Fall 2025) start term, please share this with your admissions counselor
<b>Housing:</b> CCS have a residency requirement or require students to live on campus?
No — tuition is the same for all students and though we will prioritize housing for those seeking it, we do not require students to live on campus. Many students rent in and around the Detroit Metro area.
Learn more about our commitments to granting priority access housing in Pathways Details.
<b>Teach-Out:</b> How does CCS vary from the plans provided?
CCS is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers programs similar to those in visual arts at UArts. To serve as many students as possible quickly, we have provided assurances similar to those offered in a typical teach-out plan.
We recognize that today’s students have different experiences and educational backgrounds, so we aim to honor your previous credits and standing by taking an individualized assessment approach to best position you for success. Using a broad program crosswalk would limit our ability to make these accommodations and exceptions.
Learn More and Apply
Application Requirements and Process
- Complete our free online application.
- Submit your most recent transcript from UArts — it can be Unofficial.
- Create a Google Folder featuring your artwork and set the Share setting to “anyone with the link”. Email the link to the appropriate Admissions representative.
Meet Your Admissions Representative
Domestic (US) Applicants Contact: Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions
Russell Shoemaker
E: [email protected]
P: 313-570-9566
Meet with Russell
International Applicants Contact: International Admissions Counselor
Christopher Corporandy
E: [email protected]
P: 313-402-2359
Meet With Christopher
