About Moore College of Art and Design

Founded in 1848, Moore College of Art and Design. is a college. Located in Pennsylvania, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 368 full time undergraduate students, and 33 full time graduate students.

The Moore College of Art and Design Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 7:1. There are 23 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Moore College of Art and Design include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate57%
Application Deadline
Application Fee60
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at are considered Selective, with ,5% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 13 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Moore College of Art and Design.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
36%
“We know about current events and vote”
29%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
36%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
7%
“We save it for the classroom”
14%
“Sometimes, but not often”
57%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
21%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
43%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
57%
“I feel extremely safe”
100%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
7%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
7%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
86%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
14%
“Available in class”
29%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
100%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
36%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
14%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
29%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
14%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
7%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
36%
“We know about current events and vote”
29%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
36%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
7%
“We save it for the classroom”
14%
“Sometimes, but not often”
57%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
21%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
43%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
57%
“I feel extremely safe”
100%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
7%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
7%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
86%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
14%
“Available in class”
29%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
100%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
36%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
14%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
29%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
14%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
7%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Moore College of Art and Design REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    14 Students rated on-campus housing 3.6 stars. 43 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    11 Students rated off-campus housing 3.3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    17 Students rated campus food 3.1 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    17 Students rated campus facilities 4.5 stars. 71 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    17 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 76 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    17 Students rated school activities 3.4 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    18 Students rated local services 4.6 stars. 72 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    18 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 50 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Moore College of Art and Design?

13 Students rated Moore College of Art and Design

Kimberly

Moore College provides a great learning experience with professors who truly encourage you to think outside the box, push your creativity, and give their expert advice on your major or any knowledge they may have that extends beyond it. All of the professors are actively working in their fields while sharing their techniques with students. This allows not only the professors to keep up to date on the evolving technology of today, but to also impart their experience and knowledge to their students. The academics are rather intensive, but this teaches students time management as well as how to handle future clients by viewing their professors in such as manner. The technology, equipment, and studio spaces are extremely helpful in this regard as well as the fact that Moore College is a small school. As a result of a small school, students can bond easily and are often seen critiquing and giving helpful advice or techniques to their fellow classmates regardless of their major. Furthermore, there are also insightful opportunities for students to attend guest panels of alumni or experts working in their creative fields. Students can actively engage with these guests which allows for instantaneous and personalized questions or advice and networking. Alum and winner of Project Runway, Dom Streater, is an example of a successful graduate. She made an appearance as a guest speaker for my first year convocation and simply seeing and hearing a successful woman from my college inspired me to strive to be just as great. In short, Moore College is an excellent academic experience for artists and many have succeeded in working in their desired fields.

michelle

You create very tight friendships with other women artists, and the positions of power in the school are always held by women.

Kemba

Moore is pretty good. I love most of my teachers. They're a very big help to what I want to do with my life. I personally love the food. The food is okay and they made most of my favorites. The class sizes are wonderful and I have one on one time with all of my professors. The dorms are also fine but a bit small.

Destiny

Grrrreat

Moore College of Art and Design FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Moore College of Art and Design?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Moore College of Art and Design is 57%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I would go back and tell myself that I should to develop better study patterns so that I could study better. Also, I would tell myself that I should get more involved in volunteering and extra curricular activities. And last but not least, I would tell myself to take my time and think more about the major I wanted to get into because in high school I thought I wanted to get into Fashion Design and about 3 yrs later, I realized how much I wanted to get into Jewelry Design.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    The most amazing group of girls you could ever be involved with. They're caring, thoughtful, kind, and just all around amazing. You couldn't find a better group of people anywhere!

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  4. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The curriculum is very rigorous, and therefore very challenging, which is good if you want or need a challenge.

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  5. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Lots of ladies making art; confues, hungry, hostial, hopeful.

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  6. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Someone who isn't artistic and focused.

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  7. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    My school is most known for its fashion and illustration majors. We have a fashion show every year, to begin with. When I graduate, I'll remember it most for its nurturing environment due its small and specialized classes. It's a college that takes you out of high school into new surroundings and makes you realize what really is and isn't important in life.

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  8. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    I don't think we have one, or not that I'm aware of.

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  9. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    If I could engrain something into my past self, it would be pursue what you love and design your life in able to do so. Always attend to presentation, detail, and communication. Be responsible for things you have the power to change. Whether your agenda, clothing, or happiness, everything can be organized with optimal intent. Consider the time and energy of your work and be proud to go the extra mile to make it stand-alone. It's also important to voice your thoughts, they are valuable. Trust your ideas but never underestimate a person’s capacity to help.

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  10. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    Overall, I love my college, Moore College of Art and Design, but the worst thing about my college is their view on certain majors. For example, I am majoring in photography and digital arts. On Moore's website every major, but photography, such as illustration or fashion design, has a list of jobs that Moore Graduates have worked and/or still work at. Photography, my dream, is the only major that does not have one of those 'lists'. It makes me feel as if their photography program is not as 'up to par' with the other majors offered.

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  11. What's unique about your campus?

    My school is very liberal in the sense that they allow us to explore art in a well guided way. We are allowed to express ourselves in our work, as a matter of fact, it is highly encouraged. I believe that this allowed me to find my love of mixed media in my art.

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Student Body

Students

100%

female

N/A

male

368

Total Undergrad Enrollment

33

Total Grad Students

42%

Out-Of-State

55%

In-State

3%

International

Organizations

5

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

38%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
4%
% Black or African-American
22%
% Hispanic/Latino
6%
% White or Caucasian
55%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Moore College of Art and Design receive some sort of financial aid. 47% were awarded federal grants. While 88% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$38,301

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$2,400

Books and Supplies

$14,389

Room and Board

55,090

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$18,924
$30 - $48K
$27,714
$48 - $75K
$42,478
$75 - $110K
$43,582
$110K & UP
$48,932

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