Pennsylvania College of Art and Design Application & Admissions Info

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To become part of the Pennsylvania College of Art and Design community, present an exceptional application. Thoroughly study our admission requirements and create a submission that rises above the competition.

On this page you’ll find:

Application Fee Information
Academic Requirements
Admissions Address and Contact Information
Smart Questions to Ask

Things to Know Before Applying


Application Undergraduate Fee	$40
Online Application Website	pcad.edu/admissions/apply/

Academic Factors Considered for Admission


GPA	Required
Secondary School Rank	Neither Required nor Recommended
Secondary School Record	Required
Recommendations	Neither Required nor Recommended
Standardized Test Scores (SAT, ACT, etc.)	Neither Required nor Recommended
College-Preparatory Program	Recommended
Formal Demonstration of Competencies	Required
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)	Required
Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)	Neither Required nor Recommended

This College’s Accepted and Transferable Credits


Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Yes
Dual-Credit Classes	Yes
Life Experience Credits	Implied No

Here’s How to Track Down the Admissions Department


Admissions Department Website	pcad.edu/Admissions
Phone	8006890379
Address	204 N Prince St

Important Questions to Ask

Are there any particular academic requirements needed to apply to your desired major?
After applying, when will you be notified if you are accepted or not?
Should you apply for early admission?
Are you eligible for an application fee waiver?

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