Moore College of Art and Design
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private
Moore College of Art and Design admitted 61% of 1,322 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1233–1411 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 63% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Moore College of Art and Design’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $60, and Moore College of Art and Design accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Moore College of Art and Design’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $74,735 a year. After grants, students paid $44,371 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Moore College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate?
Moore College of Art and Design admitted 61% of applicants: 800 of 1,322 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Moore College of Art and Design’s application deadline?
Moore College of Art and Design uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Moore College of Art and Design?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1233 to 1411, with a median around 1305. A score at or above 1305 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Moore College of Art and Design’s application fee?
The application fee is $60 for 2026–27, and Moore College of Art and Design accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Moore College of Art and Design have supplemental essays?
No. Moore College of Art and Design doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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