PrivateOpen Admission

Pennsylvania College of Art and Design

204 N Prince St, Lancaster, PA 17603-0059
99%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission
$26,750
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $26,750
128
Enrollment
Undergrad students

At a Glance

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99%
Acceptance Rate
397 applications
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N/A
ACT Score (50th %ile)
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$26,750
In-State Tuition
+$1,700 fees
✈️
$26,750
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,700 fees
🏠
$17,230
Room & Board
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128
Enrolled Students
128 full-time
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32%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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N/A
Athletics

🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts

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33 mi away
103 skiable acres9 lifts
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47 mi away
86 skiable acres6 lifts
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Spring Mountain Ski Area

Pennsylvania

48 mi away
45 skiable acres6 lifts

πŸ–οΈ Nearest Beach

🌊

Cape May, NJ

Ocean access within 107.1 miles

107 mi away

🌑️ Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals Β· Lancaster, PA

31Β°Jan33Β°Feb41Β°Mar53Β°Apr62Β°May71Β°Jun76Β°Jul74Β°Aug67Β°Sep55Β°Oct44Β°Nov36Β°Dec

Station: LANCASTER 2 NE FILT PLANT Β· Source: NOAA NCEI

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Cost ItemAnnual Cost
Tuition$26,750
Fees$1,700
Room & Board$17,230
Total Estimated Cost$45,680

πŸ’‘ These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

4 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Design and Applied ArtsBachelor's
45 grads/yr$22,718
Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's
10 grads/yr
Film/Video and Photographic ArtsBachelor's
3 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's45 grads$22,718
Fine and Studio Arts
Bachelor's10 grads
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Bachelor's3 grads
Design and Applied Arts
Certificateβ€” grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as β€”) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pennsylvania College of Art and Design located?

Pennsylvania College of Art and Design is located in Lancaster, PA. The main campus address is 204 N Prince St, Lancaster, PA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Pennsylvania College of Art and Design?

Pennsylvania College of Art and Design has an acceptance rate of 99%, making it accessible. Out of 397 applicants, 394 were admitted in the most recent year. 128 students enrolled.

How much does it cost to attend Pennsylvania College of Art and Design?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Pennsylvania College of Art and Design charges $26,750/year in tuition. Including room and board ($17,230/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $45,680/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use Pennsylvania College of Art and Design's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Pennsylvania College of Art and Design the right fit for me?

Whether Pennsylvania College of Art and Design is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (99% admit rate), cost ($26,750/year out-of-state), campus culture in Lancaster, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Pennsylvania College of Art and Design against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Pennsylvania College of Art and Design directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Lancaster, PA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
🌀️ Warm · 47°F avg

Location

Lancaster, PA

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Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.