The University of the Arts

(Philadelphia, PA)

Located on the Avenue of the Arts in downtown Philadelphia, UArts is the only university in America that focuses solely on the visual and performing arts. Students may select from 46 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in dance, design, film, music, theater and visual arts. With an enrollment of 2,300 students from all over the United States and around the world, UArts has been committed to educating creative leaders for more than 130 years. Find academic opportunities and scholarships from The University of the Arts on Zinch today.

Admissions

49.6%
of Applicants Admitted

Regular Decision: March 01, 2011
Offers Rolling Admission

SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile

1390–1730 SAT Total
460–590 SAT Reading
430–550 SAT Math
450–580 SAT Writing

18–25 ACT Composite
18–27 ACT English

TOEFL Required for intl students

Cost

$44,683
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board

In-State Tuition: $33,500
Out-of-State Tuition: $33,500
Room and Board: $12,300
Books & Supplies: $2,100

Each year, The University of the Arts awards more than $10 million in scholarships and grants to new students. Nearly 80 percent of our students are eligible for some type of financial aid. UArts offers aid in the form of grants, scholarships, loans, or employment funded through federal, state, institutional, or private organizations.

Will I Like It

1,970
number of undergraduates

Private Non-Profit
Setting: City
Religious Affiliation: No affiliation
10 to 1 Student to Faculty Ratio
56% Women
80% returned for Second Year
64% of students are from Out of State
27% live in School-affliated housing

Famous Alumni

Richard Amsel, illustrator
Stan & Jan Berenstain, authors/illustrators
Stanley Clarke, jazz bassist
Kate Flannery, actress
Judith Jamison, dancer/choreographer
KaDee Stickland, actress
Irving Penn, photographer
Timothy & Steven Quay, filmmakers

Areas of Study

Performing Arts

Acting, Dance, Drama & Theatre, Film & Video

Visual Arts & Design

3-D Design, Animation, Art Direction, Ceramics, Crafts, Digital Arts, Game & Interactive Media Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, Industrial & Product Design, Multimedia, Photography

Extra Curriculars

Art Club, Band, Dancing, Drama, Film, Ensemble, Film Society, Web Design

Long Description

The University of the Arts, located in Philadelphia offers degrees in dance, design, film, music, theater and visual arts.

Mailing Address

320 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19102-4901

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