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The University of the Arts

Philadelphia, PA 4 year Private
Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 582
Student to faculty ratio 8 to 1
Acceptance rate 85%
Students retention rate 87%
On-time graduation rate 68%

Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, UArts is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 85% indicates that UArts is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

The University of the Arts is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 8-to-1, UArts emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

UArts boasts an impressive student retention rate of 87% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 75% and 74%, respectively.

  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing
  • Website

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

85.2%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$48,530

Cost of attendance at The University of the Arts in 2022 for students from Pennsylvania.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average $13,083
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$48,530

Cost of attendance at The University of the Arts in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average $21,410
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at The University of the Arts received on average $26,798 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$26,798
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 101 34% $5,178 $522,950
Other Federal Grant 101 34% $5,346 $539,925
State Grant/Scholarships 50 17% $4,420 $220,978
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 297 100% $24,236 $7,198,194
Total Grant & Scholarships 297 100% $26,798 $7,959,097

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of The University of the Arts students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of The University of the Arts students is 68.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 68.4%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 67.4%.

68.1%

  • asian 50.0% 3 students
  • African American 59.7% 37 students
  • white 70.8% 172 students
  • unknown 84.6% 11 students
  • hispanic 72.7% 24 students
  • International Students 66.7% 12 students
  • Mixed Race 48.0% 12 students

Service Offerings

The University of the Arts provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

The University of the Arts offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification

Veteran Services

  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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