Pennsylvania College of Art and Design

Pennsylvania College of Art and Design is a private postsecondary institution located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, focused on visual arts and design education. The college provides studio-based instruction across a range of art and design disciplines, preparing students for professional careers in creative fields. No specific enrollment, completion rate, or retention rate data are available in current IPEDS records.

Programs at Pennsylvania College of Art and Design typically include fine arts, graphic design, illustration, and photography, offered at the certificate and bachelor's degree level. The college emphasizes hands-on studio practice combined with foundational coursework in art history and professional development.

Lancaster is a mid-sized city in south-central Pennsylvania with a growing arts and cultural scene. The college's location in downtown Lancaster places students within a vibrant creative community and provides access to galleries, studios, and professional networks throughout the region.