by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up the current tuition and fees at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
For the latest reported year, tuition and fees at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts came in at $44,600 each year for undergraduates. Note that the school does not charge a different rate for in-state students.
Of that total, required fees amounted to $1,600; the remaining amount is tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $43,000 |
| Fees | $1,600 |
| Total | $44,600 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and do not cover room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The totals here are the list price.
How much does Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts cost for part-time students? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
To put that price in context, here is how Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts prices compare to peer schools. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In PA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts sits above the national average.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Visit the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Financial Aid page for details.
Tuition at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $38,926 |
| Two Years Ago | $40,500 |
| One Year Ago | $43,000 |
| Most Recent Year | $43,000 |
The chart here shows how tuition at PAFA has tracked over the reported years.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
Over the reported years, tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 3.40%, so cost a year out lands around $46,117.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $46,117 |
| In 2 Years | $47,686 |
| In 3 Years | $49,308 |
| In 4 Years | $50,985 |
| In 5 Years | $52,719 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $194,096.
Tuition is just the starting figure — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For details on financial aid availability at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, go to the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Financial Aid page.
