Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
| Online | pcad.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Pennsylvania College of Art & Design (PCADt) operates as a private art and design institution in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania, situated approximately 70 miles west of Philadelphia. The four-story main campus building, a former car dealership renovated in 2000, houses professional studio spaces, digital labs, and gallery facilities in Lancaster's historic district. Established in 1982, PCADt offers BFA programs with concentrations in illustration, graphic design, fine art, photography, and digital media. The college maintains selective admission standards, evaluating applicants primarily through portfolio reviews and demonstrated artistic ability. While PCADt does not provide on-campus housing, students typically live in apartments throughout Lancaster's walkable downtown area, which features numerous galleries, studios, and arts venues.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.13 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,650 |
| Other Fees | $1,700 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $11,665 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $43,965 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 100% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=215053 IPEDS survey data for Pennsylvania College of Art and Design.
Current students may use the Pennsylvania College of Art and Design GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024