Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$42,454
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
57.6%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
23
In-state tuition
$44,600
Out-of-state tuition
$44,600
Cost of attendance
$66,106
Median earnings (10y)
$29,881
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 41.7%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
2 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (88% of credentials).
- Humanities & arts88%
- Trades & services13%
- ~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communications tech12.5%~3 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
5 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Master's | 56 | $27,413 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 45 | $28,722 | $27,000 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Undergraduate certificate | 9 | — | $26,500 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Graduate certificate | 7 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is a small institution located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 23 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Visual & performing arts, Communications tech.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $42,454 per year, which is premium-priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $44,600 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $66,106 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 57.6%, a above-average completion outcome. 41.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $29,881 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts confers degrees and certificates across 2 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Visual & performing arts, Communications tech. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (88% of credentials), trades & services (13% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (city), Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts draws students from across Pennsylvania and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Q.How much does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts cost?
The average net price at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is $42,454 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $66,106.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts?
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts has a 6-year graduation rate of 57.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts graduate earns $29,881 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts?
Published tuition is $44,600 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts located?
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (ZIP 19102).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts at their official website.