Post-Secondary Enrollment Option 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø's Post-Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) program is competitive and highly selective. If admitted, you may attend class on campus if you live within fifty miles of 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø. For more information, please reach out to 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø Admissions. PSEO enrollment occurs during the fall and/or spring semester of your senior year of high school. You may take one class per semester for two semesters for a total of six credits. These credits are transferable to 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø's BFA or BS degree programs. Dates and Deadlines 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø is currently accepting PSEO applications for fall semester (August to December). Fall Admission Application Deadline July 1 Spring Admission Application Deadline December 1 PSEO Application Fill out 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø’s Post-Secondary Enrollment Option application online. There is no cost to apply to or enroll in this program. Personal Statement Send via Write a carefully edited one- or two-page statement that shows your interest in the visual arts: Why do you want to participate in the 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø PSEO program? How does it fit into your educational goals? What art and design classes have you participated in previously? Official High School Transcript Send via email, mail, or secure document transfer. Official transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution. Transcripts marked "Issued to Student" are not considered official. Your transcript must show that you will be a senior during the upcoming/current academic year and that you have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA (C+ average). 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø will accept unofficial copies for review in the application process uploaded to SlideRoom or emailed, with official copies due prior to enrollment. Two Letters of Recommendation Send via Include one letter from your high school guidance counselor and one from a parent or guardian. You may send the request directly to the recommendation writer via Slideroom. Minnesota PSEO Form Send via Complete the Minnesota PSEO Form with your guidance counselor and be sure that the form is signed by you, your parent or guardian, and your guidance counselor. Portfolio of Artwork (BFA Only) Send via ; please do not mail) Your portfolio is one of the most important requirements in the admissions decision. It should consist of twelve digital examples of your best, most recent work. Include drawings done from observation (rather than drawings copied directly from photographs or other artists’ works), along with paintings, sculptures, design projects, photography, film, etc. If you have interactive work, please share the URL along with a paragraph explaining the project and your creative role. Optional Online Portfolio Review (BFA Only) Interview Email admissions@mcad.edu to schedule an interview and a tour of the campus Mailing Address 51±¬ÁϹÙÍø Admissions Office 2501 Stevens Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55404