Pacific Northwest College Of Art is located in a large city, in Portland, Oregon. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Pacific Northwest College Of Art top out at the Bachelor's degree.
Students at the school often study design, photography and commercial art, and fine arts.
The admissions department at Pacific Northwest College Of Art does not accept all those who apply. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
The school offers classes to 293 students (270 full-time equivalent).
More complete details are provided below.
Pacific Northwest College Of Art
1241 NW Johnson
Portland, OR 97209-3023
General Phone: (503) 226-4391
Admissions Phone: (503) 821-8971
Financial Aid Phone: (503) 821-8976
http://www.pnca.edu
Pacific Northwest College Of Art awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 28 | painting, sculpture, fine arts studies |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 27 | multimedia, printmaking, photography |
| Design | 16 | graphic design, illustration |
Number of programs and degrees for Pacific Northwest College Of Art in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 71 | 8 |
In 2005, Pacific Northwest College Of Art had a total enrollment of 293 students (270 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 38% |
| Women | 62% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 87% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 29% |
| 25-29 | 31% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Oregon | 64% |
| Washington | 18% |
| California | 12% |
| Nevada | 3% |
| Colorado | 3% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 52 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Portland, Oregon for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 120 | 86 | 72% | 24 | 28% |
| Men | 48 | 33 | 69% | 9 | 27% |
| Women | 72 | 53 | 74% | 15 | 28% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (503) 821-8971
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,296 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,296 |
| Books and supplies | $ 985 |
Financial Aid:
Pacific Northwest College Of Art participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 320700)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (503) 821-8976
Pacific Northwest College Of Art has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 5 | $35,830 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $31,079 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $35,500 | 6 | $35,218 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pacific Northwest College Of Art Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Student employment services
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Tenure system for quality teaching
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