Moore College of Art & Design, the only independent art and design college in Philadelphia, is a visionary force in preparing the next generation to shape and drive the global creative economy. Founded in 1848, Moore builds on a 175-year legacy of barrier-breaking success while redefining career-focused art and design education. With 10 BFA majors, 15 minor concentrations, and a guaranteed paid internship program, Moore offers women, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming students a uniquely inclusive and supportive environment designed to help them turn their passion into a paycheck. Located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Museum District, Moore’s expert faculty, cutting-edge technology and dynamic programs prepare you to thrive as a future innovator in the ever-evolving creative landscape.
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MAJORS OFFERED:
Animation & Game ArtsBachelors Degree
Art EducationBachelors Degree
Postbaccalaureate Certificate
Masters (low-residency)
Masters Degree
Entertainment DesignBachelors Degree
Fashion DesignBachelors Degree
Film and Digital CinemaBachelors Degree
Fine ArtsBachelors Degree
Graphic DesignBachelors Degree
IllustrationBachelors Degree
Interior DesignBachelors Degree
PhotographyBachelors Degree
Animation & Game ArtsBachelors degree
Art HistoryBachelors degree
Art TherapyBachelors degree
BusinessBachelors degree
ComicsBachelors degree
Creative WritingBachelors degree
Fashion DesignBachelors degree
Fashion MerchandisingBachelors degree
Film and Digital CinemaBachelors degree
Fine ArtsBachelors degree
Graphic DesignBachelors degree
IllustrationBachelors degree
Interior DesignBachelors degree
PhotographyBachelors degree
Textile DesignBachelors degree
This program is Residential.
| FULL-TIME | |
| TUITION | $ 52,444 |
| MANDATORY FEES | 2,722 |
| BOOKS & SUPPLIES | 3,000 |
| ON-CAMPUS ROOM & BOARD | 20,700 |
| OFF-CAMPUS ROOM & BOARD | 2,264 |
| OTHER | 2,400 |
| AID CATEGORY | AVG PER RECIPIENT | 1st YR RECIPIENTS |
| INSTITUTIONAL AWARDS3 | $24,084 | 100% |
| FEDERAL/NATIONAL GRANTS | 7,016 | 40% |
| STATE & LOCAL GRANTS | 4,238 | 82% |
| FEDERAL STUDENT LOANS | 5,668 | 81% |
AVERAGE AMOUNT RECEIVED PER RECIPIENT: $37,621
100% OF FULL-TIME FRESHMEN RECEIVED AID
* Most recent financial aid data available
Acceptance Rate = The percentage of students admitted out of applications received in a given year.
UNDERGRADUATE FTE1 = 542
UNDERGRADUATE
| FULL-TIME | 537 |
| PART-TIME | 12 |
NOTE 1: "Full-Time Equivalent" is the common way to measure the relative size of colleges. This adjusts for differences in the percentage of part-time students (or faculty). For example: one full-time student = 1 FTE; three half-time students = 1.5 FTE, etc.
| APPLICATION: | Required |
| ONLINE APPLICATION: | Recommended |
| APPLICATION FEES: | $60 (approximate) |
| HOME EXAM: | Not Required |
| INTERVIEW: | Recommended |
| ESSAY: | Not Required |
| SAT / ACT: | N/A |
| PORTFOLIO: | Required |
| LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: | Recommended (1) |
| IELTS: | Required if English is a second language Minimum score 7 |
| TOEFL: | Required if English is a second language Minimum score 70 |
TRANSCRIPTS
| HIGH SCHOOL: | Required |
| COLLEGE: | Required, if transferring |
FACULTY FTE1 = 58
| FULL-TIME | 26 |
| PART-TIME | 79 |
STUDENT/FACULTY RATIO: FALL 2024
9.3 TO 1
FTE STUDENTS PER FTE FACULTY1
FRESHMAN RETENTION
| FALL 2022 FRESHMEN RETURNING IN FALL 2023 |
81% |
| FALL 2023 FRESHMEN RETURNING IN FALL 2024 |
81% |
SIX-YEAR GRADUATION RATE
| FALL 2017 FRESHMEN GRADUATING WITHIN SIX YEARS |
63% |
| FALL 2018 FRESHMEN GRADUATING WITHIN SIX YEARS |
57% |
UNDERGRADUATE ETHNICITY
FALL 2024UNDERGRADUATE GENDER DISTRIBUTION
FALL 2024THIS DATA IS NOT AVAILABLE.
NEW STUDENT GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION2
FALL 2024Summer Art & Design Institute (Pre-College Residential Program)
Young Artists Workshop
Summer Artist / Educator Residency
Adult Continuing Education
Master’s in Art Education
Post-Baccalaureate Pre-K–12 Art Teacher Certification
Paid Internship for All BFA Students
International Study Three-Credit Course
Visionary Honors Program
Adobe Creative Campus Access
Fellowship Opportunities
Generous Merit Scholarships
Need-Based Financial Aid Awards
Co-ops (Major Specific)
The Locks Career Center
The Galleries at Moore
Writers Studio
The VAULT (Visual Arts Underground for Learning Technologies)
Connelly Library
Latest Technology and Software
Onsite Alumni Art Shop
NOTE 1: "Full-Time Equivalent" is the common way to measure the relative size of colleges. This adjusts for differences in the percentage of part-time students (or faculty). For example: one full-time student = 1 FTE; three half-time students = 1.5 FTE, etc. NOTE 2: Geographic distribution is reported for first-time degree/certificate-seeking undergraduates. NOTE 3: Includes all institutional scholarships and grants, but does not include College Work Study or third party awards.