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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

Philadelphia, PA·Private nonprofit·99 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. earnings-to-debt ratio is tight. a private nonprofit school with 99 students.

88%
Accept
99
Students
$45,022
Net Price
68%
Grad Rate
$26,300
Earnings
10 yr
$19,500
Debt

About This School

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is a private nonprofit institution located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with approximately 99 undergraduate students enrolled. Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 88%. The average net price after financial aid is $45,022 per year. The graduation rate is 68%, and the typical graduate earns $26,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: while median debt at graduation is a manageable $19,500, median earnings of just $26,300 a decade out means graduates are likely stretched thin financially, and a 68% graduation rate suggests a meaningful chunk of students don't make it to the finish line. This is a strong option only if you're deeply committed to a fine arts career and have a realistic plan for supplementing your income — the tiny campus of 99 undergrads offers an intimate, specialized experience, but at $45,022/year in net costs, the return on investment demands serious thought.

Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Visual & Performing Arts97%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$44,600
Out-of-State Tuition
$44,600
Avg Net Price
$45,022
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants32%
Median debt at graduation$19,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
68%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
83%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$26,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$21,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$26,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.3x

Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White58%
Black15%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (99 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

128 N. Broad Street

Philadelphia, PA 19102-1510

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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