Complete our application for admissions.

Click here to apply online (via Ferris State University), download an application, or call our Admissions office at 616.451.2787 or 800.676.2787. Note, when applying online, you will be directed to Ferris State University's website. Just be sure to select Kendall as your college choice, as well as select a Kendall Program of Study. If undecided in terms of program, please select the Undecided option. Please also note, there is no longer an application fee.

Write a statement of purpose.

This should be a one to two page essay telling us about you, your artwork, and your reason for wanting to attend Kendall. Here are some tips for writing a statement of purpose.

Schedule a portfolio review.

It's a part of the application process for most programs (except for those entering Art History with an Academic Focus, Furniture Design, Collaborative Design and Interior Design).

Collaborative Design and Interior Design applicants, complete the Observation Exercise.

Have your high school send us your official transcripts.

A transcript is considered official if it is mailed to us directly from your high school or college. Please note that faxed transcripts are not accepted as official. If you're a transfer student or if you took college courses during high school, send your college transcripts as well. We've put together some helpful tips on submitting your transcripts. A first-year student applicant must possess a GPA of 2.50 or higher or a GED, or have an ACT composite score of 17 or a SAT combined score of 820.

A first-year Medical Illustration student applicant must possess a GPA of 3.20 or better, and have an ACT composite score of 22 or a SAT critical reading score of 530 and math score of 510.

Have your ACT or SAT results sent to us.

If you've already taken the test, the results may be on your high school transcript. If you haven't taken the test, be sure to include the Ferris/Kendall college code (1983 for the ACT or 1376 for the SAT). A first-year student applicant must possess a GPA of 2.50 or higher or a GED, or have an ACT composite score of 17 or a SAT combined score of 820.

A first-year Medical Illustration student applicant must possess a GPA of 3.20 or better, and have an ACT composite score of 22 or a SAT critical reading score of 530 and math score of 510. Note: If you've been out of high school for more than 3 years and will be a first time college student, we do not need your ACT/SAT scores.

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