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Pennsylvania College of Art and Design

Lancaster, Pennsylvania · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$23,638

Acceptance Rate

46%

Graduation Rate

62%

Annual Tuition

$31,370

Quick answer

What is the acceptance rate at Pennsylvania College of Art and Design? 45.9% of applicants are admitted, according to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data (2024-25 College Scorecard release) on CollegeFactbook.com. Graduates of Pennsylvania College of Art and Design earn a median of $33,301 ten years after entry — 38% below the national median. In-state tuition $31,370.

At a Glance

Total Students

312

Retention Rate

83%

Faculty Ratio

9

Financial Aid

78%

Median Debt

$27,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Pennsylvania College of Art and Design is a small, private, non-profit institution with 312 students. The college has a moderately selective admissions process, accepting 45.9% of applicants. The college retains 82.5% of its students and has a graduation rate of 61.8%. The annual tuition for in-state students is $31,370.

Graduates of Pennsylvania College of Art and Design have varying earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $27,499. However, five years after graduation, the median earnings decrease to $23,638, but increase to $33,301 ten years after graduation. The median debt for students is $27,000, and 77.6% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$27k

1 YEAR

$24k

5 YEARS

$33k

10 YEARS

Top 99% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Pennsylvania College of Art and Design alumni earn a median of $27,499. Five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $23,638. Ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $33,301. The median debt for graduates is $27,000.

The college has a student body of 312 students. The acceptance rate is 45.9%, and the graduation rate is 61.8%. The retention rate is 82.5%. The in-state tuition is $31,370, and 77.6% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Lancaster, PA 17603-0059

Pennsylvania College of Art and Design is located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pennsylvania College of Art and Design has an acceptance rate of 45.9%.