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Official website
www.penncad.eduUSAQS #150 World📊 Live dataPartial catalogue
Pennsylvania College of Art and Design
The Pennsylvania College of Art and Design (PCAD) is a private art and design school located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929, PCAD is known for its comprehensive programs in fine arts, design, and architecture. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, as well as certificate programs, in various disciplines. PCAD is part of the University of the Arts system, which also includes the Tyler School of Art, the Moore College of Art and Design, and the Curtis Institute of Music. The university is renowned for its strong emphasis on hands-on learning, interdisciplinary approaches, and its commitment to preparing students for successful careers in the arts and design fields.
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Outlook #120 · 2023QS #150 · 2023US News #180 · 2023Times #200 · 2023NIRF #5 · 2022Shanghai #100 · 2022
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 10 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialIntimate Community
5/10
Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
50% placement rate
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Student Life
1,500 students (200 international)
Campus: Urban, 10 acres
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
LibraryArt StudiosDesign LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 60%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 60%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=3.9, p25=3.9, p75=3.9 (n=1)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school