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Pennsylvania College of Art & Design
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  • 4 Year
  • LANCASTER, PA
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Pennsylvania College of Art & Design

    Report Card

    grade B minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade B
    2. Value
      grade C
    3. Diversity
      grade B+
    4. Campus
      grade C+
    5. Athletics
      grade unavailable
    6. Party Scene
      grade C+
    7. Professors
      grade C+
    8. Location
      grade B+
    9. Dorms
      grade B minus
    10. Campus Food
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    11. Student Life
      grade B
    12. Safety
      grade A minus

    About

    204 N PRINCE ST
    LANCASTER, PA 17608
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    From Pennsylvania College of Art & Design

    At Pennsylvania College of Art & Design, we are makers, designers, creators and entrepreneurs. The simple idea, to “see differently”, makes us distinct from one another – yet unifies the diversity found in our students and teachers.

    Here, living the creative life is what we are passionate about. Located in the heart of Lancaster City’s thriving arts community, inspiration can be found around every corner. As a micro-college, it's the personal attention and guidance from our faculty of working artists, coupled with internships and hands-on experiences, that set us apart. Learn more about our academic programs and why you belong here. Currently offering 4-year, BFA degrees in: Animation & Game Art, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, Live Experience Design (LiveX), and Photography & Video.

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    47%
    SAT Range
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    ACT Range
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    Application Fee
    $40
    SAT/ACT
    Neither required nor recommended
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $28,321 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $10,244 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

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    Academics

    Professors
    grade C+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    7:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
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    Majors

    Live Experience Design & Production at PCA&D

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    Live event and experience designers create unforgettable experiences, from music tours and theatrical stage performances to immersive experiences and multimedia installations. Earn a BFA in Live Experience Design & Production. Scholarships available.

    Online

    Programs Offered Entirely Online
    0
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    0
    Online Associates Programs
    0
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    0
    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      93%
    • On Campus
      3%
    • Online
      4%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    237 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    5
    Undergrads Over 25
    3%
    Pell Grant
    53%
    Varsity Athletes
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    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    61%
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $28,400 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    51%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
    National
    83%

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