Tuition and Fees

Below, we have indicated our total tuition and fees for the 2012-13 academic year. Expenses are based on a nine-month academic year and may vary from student to student. Please keep in mind that here at PAFA we work hard to keep our costs low and to keep our educational experience within reach of all. As you consider your future plans, please remember that the actual cost of attending PAFA, listed below, can be reduced by both need- and merit-based scholarship support, loans and college work-study. We are on your side, trying to make it happen for you.  

2012-2013 Tuition

  Per Semester Per Year
BFA & Certificate Program $13,975 $27,950
Post-Baccalaureate Program $14,600 $29,200
MFA Program $16,985 $33,970

Fees per semester (all students)

General Fee (Certificate and BFA only) $250.00  
Registration Fee (All Students) $110.00  
Late Registration Fee (Per Incident) $75.00  
Student Services Fee $100.00  
Library/Tech Fee
Locker Fee (as applicable)
$75.00
$40.00
 
Late Payment $75.00 per month
Returned Check Fee $75.00  
Studio Damage Fee
(Refundable,*  for students with studios)
$200.00 per year

Cost of Attendance (COA) *Student Budget*

The cost of attendance consists of tuition, fees and living expenses. Financial assistance is awarded based on the COA minus the EFC (Expected Family Contribution), which is determined after the completion of the FAFSA.

  BFA & Certificate Post-Bacc MFA
Tuition $27,950 $29,200 $33,970
Fees $1,150 $850 $850
Total Tuition and Fees $29,100 $30,050 $34,820

Allowable Living

  BFA & Certificate Post-Bacc MFA
Room $7,500 $7,500 $7,500
Board $3,780 $3,780 $3,780
Books & Supplies $1,405 $1,405 $1,405
Transportation $1,170 $1,170 $1,170
Personal/Misc. Exp $1,345 $1,805 $1,805
Total Living Expenses $15,200 $15,660 $15,660

*A commuter cost of attendance would not include room and board allowances.

Tuition Management

Students and parents can use the Interest Free Monthly Payment Option, which allows you to spread your expense over a 10-month period from August to May. There is an enrollment fee for this service, which includes automatic life insurance that covers the unpaid balance of the student's tuition and fees. Please visit the Tuition Management Services website at www.afford.com/pafa for further information.