---
title: Columbus College of Art & Design
description: 'Private nonprofit art and design college in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 1879.'
url: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/columbus-college-of-art-design'
type: organization
createdAt: '2026-09-07'
updatedAt: '2026-10-06'
organizationType: School / university
location: 'Columbus, OH, United States'
website: 'https://www.ccad.edu/'
yearFounded: 1879
---

# Columbus College of Art & Design

*School / university • Columbus, OH, United States*

## About

Private nonprofit art and design college in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 1879.

Columbus College of Art & Design is a private, nonprofit college in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 1879 by five women who wanted a place where artists could learn from one another. CCAD offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in fine arts, illustration, graphic design, animation, film and video, fashion design, game art and design, comics and narrative practice, and interior architecture.

Its curriculum pairs studio practice with a built-in business concentration, and students work on real-world projects with industry and community partners. The college also has a presence in downtown Columbus through signature events and classes for all ages and skill levels.

## Details

- **Founded:** 1879
- **Address:** 60 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH, 43215
- **Website:** https://www.ccad.edu/
- **Social Media:** facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CCADedu/, twitter: https://twitter.com/CCADedu, tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ccadedu, instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CCADedu/, linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/school/columbus-college-of-art-&-design/, youtube: https://www.youtube.com/CCADedu

## Programs

View current programs from Columbus College of Art & Design on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/columbus-college-of-art-design