Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
78.20%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
University of the Arts Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 78.20%. This means approximately 782 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,064 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
78.20%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Not available | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $54,290 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $54,290 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $70,834 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $44,154 | State avg: $20,881. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 33.42% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 86.58% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of the Arts Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$54,290
Room and board
$19,028
Books and supplies
$1,314
Other expenses
$2,520
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$70,834
Average net price
$44,154
Average aid coverage
38%
$26,680 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of the Arts pays approximately $44,154 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Pennsylvania average of $20,881 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of the Arts?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Pennsylvania and national averages.
University of the Arts net price
$44,154
Pennsylvania average
$20,881
National average
$17,506
University of the Arts Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $54,290 and average net price at $44,154. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$54,290
Current net price
$44,154
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
69.19%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$38,252
Undergraduates
1,064
10-Year Median Earnings - University of the Arts vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of the Arts graduates earn about 0.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of the Arts?
Undergraduates
1,064
Completion rate
69.19%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
33.42%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
86.58%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 33.42% of University of the Arts students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 86.58% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of the Arts
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of the Arts's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of the Arts lists Not available as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
University of the Arts is listed at 320 South Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102-4901. Accreditor: Not available.
Compare Schools
Compare University of the Arts with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of the Arts | 78.20% | $54,290 | $44,154 | $38,252 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not available | Not available | Not available | $138,767 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 11.40% | $63,829 | $31,671 | $114,862 |
| University of Pennsylvania | 5.87% | $66,104 | $31,229 | $111,371 |
| Lehigh University | 29.26% | $62,180 | $33,549 | $105,584 |
Similar Schools in Philadelphia
This local cluster focuses on nearby Philadelphia schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Philadelphia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of the Arts's acceptance rate?
University of the Arts's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 78.20%.
How much is University of the Arts tuition?
University of the Arts's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $54,290.
What is University of the Arts's average net price?
University of the Arts's average net price in the local dataset is $44,154.
What does University of the Arts cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $42,104 for University of the Arts students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is University of the Arts's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $38,252 for University of the Arts.
How many students attend University of the Arts?
The local dataset lists 1,064 undergraduate students at University of the Arts.
What percentage of University of the Arts students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of the Arts in the local dataset is 33.42%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of the Arts?
The federal loan rate for University of the Arts in the local dataset is 86.58%.
Where should I verify University of the Arts data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of the Arts or the latest official federal education data.