Pennsylvania College Of Art And Design is located in a small city, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Pennsylvania College Of Art And Design 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 Pennsylvania College Of Art And Design does not accept all those who apply.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
Pennsylvania College Of Art And Design offers classes to 231 students (219 full-time equivalent).
More complete details are provided below.
Pennsylvania College Of Art And Design
204 N Prince St
Lancaster, PA 17608-0059
General Phone: (717) 396-7833
Admissions Phone: (717) 396-7833
http://www.pcad.edu
Pennsylvania College Of Art And Design awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Photography And Commercial Art | 28 | commercial art, photography |
| Fine Arts | 12 | fine arts |
| Design | 6 | interior design |
Number of programs and degrees for Pennsylvania College Of Art And Design in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 40 | 3 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 6 | 1 |
In 2005, Pennsylvania College Of Art And Design had a total enrollment of 231 students (219 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 39% |
| Women | 61% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 63% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 33% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 89% |
| Maryland | 4% |
| New Jersey | 4% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Lancaster, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 274 | 216 | 79% | 83 | 38% |
| Men | 91 | 64 | 70% | 32 | 50% |
| Women | 183 | 151 | 83% | 51 | 34% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (717) 396-7833
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 13,400 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,195 |
Financial Aid:
Pennsylvania College Of Art And Design participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2269900)
Pennsylvania College Of Art And Design 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $34,093 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $26,359 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 7 | $31,174 | 3 | $31,437 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
Photography
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pennsylvania College Of Art And Design Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in design (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Tenure system for quality teaching
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