Applying to PAFA

PAFA's Office of Admissions welcomes applications from talented artists and artists in the making to all of our programs. The Certificate, UPenn BFA and Academy BFA require a high school diploma or equivalent. The Post Baccalaureate and MFA programs require a bachelor’s degree in art, or equivalent. PAFA is a welcoming environment with a strong sense of community. We have students from over 25 states, the District of Columbia, and from countries across the globe. We encourage you to investigate the opportunities to be found at America's first school of fine arts.

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Portfolio Guidelines

Application Deadlines: Fall 2012

  • Fall 2012 BFA and Certificate Programs: March 1, 2012
  • Fall 2012 MFA Program: Extended: Applications will be accepted on a space-available basis
  • Fall 2012 Post Baccalaureate Program: April 2, 2012

Financial Aid (for all programs, using the FAFSA)

Fall 2012 Deadline: March 1, 2012

Admissions Checklist

Click here for a list of all elements required for application.

International Students

Contact Us
Please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@pafa.edu or 215-972-7625 if you have any questions.