College statistics
- Address:
- 511 NW Broadway
Portland, OR
97209 - Sector Group:
- Private Not-for-Profit 4-Year or Above
- Official Website:
- willamette.edu/pnca/index.html
- Setting:
- City
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $48,906
- Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
- $48,906
- Room and Board:
- $12,230
- Acceptance Rate:
- 68.5%
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Visual and Performing Arts
Pacific Northwest College of Art is a specialized arts institution in Portland, Oregon, dedicated to visual and performing arts education. The college enrolls 524 students in a focused, studio-based environment designed around creative practice rather than broad academic offerings.
Annual tuition is $48,906, with a total cost of attendance of $61,136 including room and board. Admissions are accessible, with an acceptance rate of 68.5%. The college's small enrollment and mission-driven focus create an intimate learning environment for students committed to arts training.
This school works best for students who have already decided on an arts career path and want concentrated instruction in their discipline. Before enrolling, ask about exhibition and performance opportunities, employment outcomes for graduates, and how the college supports students in building professional portfolios. For more information, visit willamette.edu/pnca/index.html.