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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Philadelphia, PA

Moore College of Art and Design

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$50,279

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

60.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

62.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$37,839

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Moore College of Art and Design is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Philadelphia, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $50,279, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 62.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing605 – 688
20025th–75th percentile800
Math628 – 723
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite25 – 31
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

60.5%

Transfer-Out Rate18.3%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$201,116

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

25.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$7,839

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$122,726

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$44,336

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Moore College of Art and Design is $26,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
100.0%
0.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
51.5%
Black
16.4%
Unknown
10.5%
Two or more
9.2%
Hispanic
7.7%
Asian
4.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%
International
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$50,279

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$39,174
$30k - $48k$36,789
$48k - $75k$47,139
$75k+$46,646

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,000
Pell Grant Recipients40.8%
Using Federal Loans84.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment60.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

81.4%

Success

62.6%

In-State Cost

$50,279

Age 25+ Students

7.7%

Carnegie Class

Special Focus: Other Technology

Working at 6yr

159 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Philadelphia (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Philadelphia (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.