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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

country rank  710
world rank  1901

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Overview

Founded in 1805, the 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 (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Pennsylvania. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: under-250 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) offers 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 in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 219-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. PAFA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

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

University Identity

Name
Acronym PAFA
Founded 1805
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University Location

Address 118-128 N Broad Street
Philadelphia
19102-1510 Pennsylvania
United States
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Phone Number +1 (215) 972 7600
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Fax Number +1 (215) 569 0153

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix 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.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay 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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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's admission information.

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

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


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

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


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 Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


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



(215) 972 7625


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts.

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

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts has an enrollment range of under-250 students making it a very small-sized institution.


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

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


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

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is a private higher education institution.


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

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is a non-profit higher education institution.


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

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


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

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Arts, Music & Design Schools
Size & Setting Four-year, very small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Arts & sciences focus, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Single program-Other

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's main facilities:


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Library

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

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the 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



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's main services:


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

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

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

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

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

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

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

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

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

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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


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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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


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)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

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Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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