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Pennsylvania College of Art & Design
Pennsylvania College of Art & Design
LANCASTER, PA . 4 Year 3.7
#2743 in Best Colleges in America
204 N PRINCE ST LANCASTER, PA 17603

Overview

Pennsylvania College of Art & Design (PCA&D) is a private, nonprofit art and design college located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1982, PCA&D offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Photography, Animation, and Illustration. The college provides a creative, hands-on learning environment where students develop technical skills, artistic vision, and critical thinking through rigorous coursework and real-world experiences. PCA&D is known for its strong emphasis on individualized instruction, small class sizes, and a close-knit community that fosters collaboration and innovation. The college's facilities include professional-grade studios, galleries, and digital labs that prepare students for careers in the creative industries. With a focus on both artistic development and career readiness, PCA&D equips graduates with the skills needed to succeed as professional artists, designers, and creative entrepreneurs. Its commitment to excellence and creativity makes it a leading institution for aspiring artists.


Rankings

  • 18

    #18 in Best Colleges for Design in America

  • 1

    #1 8 in Best Colleges for Design in America

  • 34

    #34 in Best Colleges for Art in America

  • Best Colleges for Design in America 18 of 438
  • Best Colleges for Art in America 34 of 736

Academics

  • BAcademics
  • CValue
  • B+Diversity
  • C+Campus
  • AAthletics
  • C+Party Scene
  • C+Professors
  • B+Location
  • B Dorms
  • ACampus Food
  • BStudent Life
  • A Safety

Majors

  • Illustration
    22 Graduates
  • Game Design and Interactive Media
    14 Graduates
  • Studio Arts
    10 Graduates
  • Graphic Design
    9 Graduates
  • Photography
    3 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 51%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $11,808
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    58%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    211 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    17
  • Undergrads Over 25
    5%
  • Pell Grant
    53%
  • Varsity Athletes

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    6:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    No data available  
  • Athletic Division
    No data available  

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