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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

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Overview

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Founded in 1805, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. PAFA provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 221-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 80-89%. This makes it a least selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. PAFA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

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Acronym PAFA
Founded 1805
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Location

Address 118-128 N Broad Street
Philadelphia
19102-1510 Pennsylvania
United States
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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Phone Number (215) 972 7600
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Fax Number (215) 569 0153
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's academic range and degree level offering.



Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
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degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
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A&H Yes Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts.



Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 40,000-44,999 US$ (36,450-41,010 Euro) 40,000-44,999 US$ (36,450-41,010 Euro)
International
students		 40,000-44,999 US$ (36,450-41,010 Euro) 40,000-44,999 US$ (36,450-41,010 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Admission Office Admission Office



(215) 972 7625


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Size and Profile

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Size and Profile


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts has a student enrollment of fewer than 250, making it a very small-sized institution


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Control Type Control Type

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Entity Type Entity Type

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Library University Library

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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 27,181 physical volumes, 760 physical media and 8 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 2 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 37 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Services


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design (AICAD)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts public or private?

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts profit or non-profit?

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in terms of enrollment?

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts has a student enrollment of fewer than 250, making it a very small-sized institution

What is the size of Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in terms of academic staff?

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.

Is Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts a coeducational institution?

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts use?

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts affiliated with?

None.

Does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts admit international students?

Yes.

What is Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts PAFA?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 40,000-44,999 US$ (36,450-41,010 Euro). International students: 40,000-44,999 US$ (36,450-41,010 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts PAFA located?

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Address: 118-128 N Broad Street.

Is Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts PAFA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (since ).

Does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts have a university library?

Yes Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 27,181 physical volumes, 760 physical media and 8 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 2 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 37 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts offer career services?

Not reported

Does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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