MIAD Information Day
The Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design invites you and your family to attend MIAD Information Day on Saturday, February 10 from 12 – 3 p.m. This is an opportunity for students interested in attending MIAD to learn more about the college. Please join us promptly at 12 p.m. to experience the day’s activities.
Schedule:
12:15 p.m. Welcome & MIAD Presentation
12:45 – 2:15 p.m. See our Campus
2:30 – 3 p.m. Scholarships, Financial Aid & Portfolio Development Presentation
Depending on the number of registrations, the schedule of events may be repeated throughout the day. More information will be sent to registrants closer to the event date.
Please note:
This event will take place at MIAD, located at 273 East Erie Street, Milwaukee, WI. Paid parking structures and lots are located near MIAD, and there is metered street parking in the surrounding neighborhood. Please obey all metered time limits.
Please do not bring your portfolio to this event. If you wish to have a portfolio review, please contact MIAD’s Office of Admissions to schedule an appointment.
MIAD Information Day Registration
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