Founded in 1963, Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design is an accredited institution of higher education that offers degree programs focused on the arts, design, education, technology, and business. RMCAD serves its students from a 23-acre campus in Lakewood, Colorado, but also virtually, as a leader in online education for more than a decade. RMCAD offers courses taught by practicing industry professionals; an intimate learning environment; multimedia-rich online classes; and a beautiful historic campus. The school strives to allow artists and designers to find their voice, discover their own paths, and thrive as professionals.


Industries
Art
Higher Education

Office Locations
Lakewood, Colorado
Contact Information
Jenna Heil
Director of Marketing
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Mar 07, 2024, 14:30 ET Renowned NYC artist and Denver School of the Arts alum returns to give captivating artist talk at RMCAD

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) will present its latest Visiting Artist, Scholar, & Designer (VASD) Program Artist Talk on its...

Jan 31, 2024, 14:14 ET Four artists, one night - RMCAD welcomes painter Catherine Haggarty and more for an inspiring evening on campus

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) opens its doors to not one, but four artists and the public on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 from 5 to...

Jul 23, 2020, 10:04 ET Denver fashion designer shares the do's and don'ts for face masks

Deb Henriksen, LEED AP BD+C, is an Adjunct Faculty Member with Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design's (RMCAD) Fashion Design Department as a...

Jul 22, 2020, 10:02 ET Artistic, Cultural, and Creative Black-Owned Businesses to Support

After the killing of George Floyd in May 2020, protests quickly followed and are still happening across the country. A call for accountability to...

Jul 13, 2020, 10:04 ET Get an inside look at Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design's Virtual Tour

Colorado's only art college has an exciting virtual tour to share with you! What makes Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) so special is...

Jul 09, 2020, 14:00 ET How Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design is standing against racial injustice

On June 1, 2020, President Brent Fitch announced the commitment Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) is making to stand united against...

Jul 06, 2020, 10:04 ET Six strategies for success in an online environment

Online classes have become more popular, even before the COVID-19 hit. It has become more important to know how to navigate an online environment....

Jun 02, 2020, 14:00 ET Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design announces new President

The Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) Board of Directors is excited to announce the college's new president, Brent Fitch. President...

Jun 01, 2020, 10:13 ET Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design hosts a virtual exhibition for Denver's newest professional artists and designers

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) is excited to invite the public to its free Spring 2020 Virtual Graduation Exhibition Opening...

May 25, 2020, 10:11 ET Lakewood art student transforms shed into photography darkroom

Dominic Iacopino has a battery that never runs out of juice. The veteran received his B.S. in Chemistry from the U.S. Naval Academy, served nearly a...

May 20, 2020, 10:02 ET Colorado artist 3D prints ear guards to help medical workers

As COVID-19 continues to change the world, healthcare workers have become the heroes we need during this time. Healthcare workers are wearing layers...

Apr 15, 2020, 10:12 ET Colorado's only art college offers 20 percent discount for online Master's degree

In an effort to inspire the next generation of artists, educators and instructional designers, Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) is...

Mar 31, 2020, 10:02 ET Denver fashion designers sew fabrics into face masks

Fashion Design students, faculty and staff at Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) are embracing their new e-classrooms by sewing their...

Mar 30, 2020, 13:26 ET Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design grants alumni a 50 percent discount for new Master's program

In an effort to inspire the next generation of artists, Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design is granting its talented alumni half-off its Education ...

Mar 27, 2020, 10:32 ET New online Master's program is tailored for teachers

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design is thrilled to announce our affordable online Master of Arts program in Education Media Design + Technology...

Aug 20, 2019, 06:15 ET RMCAD Grants Jefferson County High School Graduates A Full Year Of Tuition

In an effort to further drive creative careers while inspiring the next generation of young artists, the Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design...

Mar 13, 2019, 07:05 ET RMCAD Expands to National Teach Out Agreement with The Art Institute

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) today announced the Higher Learning Commission has approved a teach out agreement between RMCAD and...

Feb 04, 2019, 07:04 ET RMCAD To Honor Alumni Jenny Morgan and Paul Trani in Inaugural Radiance Awards Ceremony on May 9

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) today announced that it will honor alumni Jenny Morgan and Paul Trani in the school's first-ever...

Oct 22, 2018, 07:05 ET RMCAD Initiates Teach Out Agreement with The Art Institute Colorado

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) today announced the Higher Learning Commission of Colorado has approved a teach out agreement between ...

Oct 03, 2018, 07:04 ET Rocky Mountain College Of Art + Design Hires James Reiman As Chair Of Graphic Design

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) is pleased to announce James Reiman as the Chair of the Graphic Design Department. Reiman brings over...

Sep 19, 2018, 07:04 ET RMCAD Reaches an Articulation Agreement with The Art Institute

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) today announced that it has established an articulation agreement with the Art Institute. Discussion...

May 01, 2018, 10:04 ET RMCAD's Philip J. Steele Gallery Presents 'A Clumped Charm'

The Philip J. Steele Gallery at Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) is thrilled to present A Clumped Charm on May 17. Guest-curated by...

Apr 02, 2018, 10:04 ET RMCAD and 40 West Arts to Celebrate Month of Printmaking With Steamroller Printing Event and Exhibition

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) and 40 West Arts District are thrilled to take part in the Month of Printmaking by hosting a...

Feb 20, 2018, 11:06 ET RMCAD To Host Artist Lilli Carré For 'Collapsing Time' Lecture Series Finale On March 20

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) will host illustrator, animator, and sculptor Lilli Carré on March 20, 2018 in the final installment...

Jan 23, 2018, 10:03 ET RMCAD To Host Artist Michael Jones McKean For 'Collapsing Time' Lecture Series On February 13

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) will host artist Michael Jones McKean on February 13, 2018. McKean, whose work explores the nature of...

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