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As the school is focused on studio art studies, interested students will need to submit a portfolio of their work, along with an application form and high school transcripts. The school is test-optional, so applicants are not required to submit scores from the SAT or ACT. Admissions Data (2016): Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Acceptance Rate: 92%Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts has test-optional admissionsTest Scores -- 25th / 75th PercentileSAT Critical Reading: - / -SAT Math: - / -SAT Writing: - / -What's a good SAT score?ACT Composite: - / -ACT English: - / -ACT Math: - / -What's a good ACT score? Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Description: The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (also known as PAFA), is located in Philadelphia, and was founded in 1805. It's a rather small school with only around 260 students; academics are supported by a healthy 11 to 1 student / faculty ratio. Since PAFA is a specified Art School, it only offers five majors to choose from: drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and fine arts illustration. There are also a few graduate programs available in those same fields, with the option of a low-residency MFA. Outside of the classroom, students can join a number of campus groups, as well as campus-wide activities, including drawing marathons, trips to New York City, and various gallery and exhibition events. The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is also home to an art museum that showcases art ranging from historical to modern works, with some by regional artists and alumni of the school. Enrollment (2016): Total Enrollment: 287 (191 undergraduates)Gender Breakdown: 35% Male / 65% Female98% Full-time Costs (2016 - 17): Tuition and Fees: $36,058Books: $1,511 (why so much?)Room and Board: $16,480Other Expenses: $4,202Total Cost: $58,251 Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Financial Aid (2015 - 16): Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 100%Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of AidGrants: 95%Loans: 43%Average Amount of AidGrants: $15,692Loans: $6,875 Academic Programs: Most Popular Majors: Painting, Sculpture, Drawing, Printmaking, Fine Arts Transfer, Graduation and Retention Rates: First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 65%Transfer Out Rate: 23%4-Year Graduation Rate: 49%6-Year Graduation Rate: 54% Data Source: National Center for Educational Statistics PAFA and the Common Application Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts uses the Common Application. These articles can help guide you: Common Application essay tips and samplesShort answer tips and samplesSupplemental essay tips and samples If You Like Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, You May Also Like These Schools: Pratt Institute: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphRingling College of Art and Design: Profile Alfred University: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphThe New School: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphNew York University: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphTemple University: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphRhode Island School of Design: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphUniversity of the Arts: Profile Sanvannah College of Art and Design: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphSchool of the Art Institute of Chicago: Profile Maryland Institute College of Art: Profile | GPA-SAT-ACT GraphMassachusetts College of Art and Design: Profile Cite this Article Format mla apa chicago Your Citation Grove, Allen. "Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Admissions." 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