Location
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
273 East Erie Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Contact Information
Milwaukee National Portfolio Day 2026
Description
Join us for the 2026 Milwaukee National Portfolio Day hosted by the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design! This event is free and open to the public on MIAD's campus. This is an opportunity for you to meet with representatives from accredited art and design colleges across the nation. Representatives will review your artwork, discuss their programs and answer questions about professional careers in design, art and creative fields.
We look forward to meeting you, discussing your work and how your passion can find purpose at MIAD.
Please note: All students must register to attend National Portfolio Day. You'll also need to complete the National Portfolio Day registration form in advance or on the day of the event.
Upcoming Dates And Times
Questions & Answers
- What is National Portfolio Day?
National Portfolio Day is a free opportunity to share your work with representatives from accredited colleges of art and design. Be inspired, gain advice on how to improve or present your portfolio, learn about art and design careers and experience a small taste of what it’s like to attend a professional art or design program. National Portfolio Day may be the first time you have been in an environment with so many people in one place who all share a powerful commitment to art and design.
- Why should I attend a National Portfolio Day?
If you are thinking of pursuing a post-secondary education in art or design, you will likely need to submit a portfolio of your work as part of your application. All of our member schools are accredited art or design universities and colleges, and our events provide students with a unique opportunity to meet one-on-one with professional representatives. You can ask questions about programs, and most importantly, get feedback on how to improve your portfolio so it will be a successful part of your college application.
- What colleges are will have representatives attending Milwaukee National Portfolio Day?
The following colleges have representatives participating in the Milwaukee National Portfolio Day:
- Art Academy of Cincinnati
- Boston University School of Visual Arts
- College for Creative Studies
- Columbus College of Art & Design
- Iowa State University College of Design
- Kansas City Art Institute
- Laguna College of Art + Design
- Maryland Institute College of Art
- Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
- Minneapolis College of Art and Design
- Montserrat College of Art
- Northern Illinois University
- OCAD University
- Pacific Northwest College of Art at Willamette University
- School of the Art Institute of Chicago
- University of Illinois
- University of South Dakota
- WashU Sam Fox School
- Do I need to register in advance?
All students attending Milwaukee National Portfolio Day must register to attend. You'll also need to complete the National Portfolio Day registration form in advance or on the day of the event.
- Where can I park on Milwaukee National Portfolio Day?
Metered parking is available on most Milwaukee city streets. Download the MKE Park app to conveniently pay for meter parking. Parking structures are also located within walking distance of MIAD's campus on the east side of Milwaukee Street between Chicago and Buffalo Streets, and on the corner of Water and Chicago Streets. There is also a paid surface parking lot on the corner of Erie and Young Streets.
