Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Art Schools and Colleges

Degree Programs: Graphic Design, Film, Web Design, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Photography...
Surrounding Areas: Bala Cynwyd, Camden, Cherry Hill, Chester, Lansdowne, Norristown, Pottstown, Upper Darby, Warminster...
Surrounding ZIP Codes: 18991, 19003, 19004, 19016, 19019, 19050, 19059, 19101, 19082, 19140, 19152, 19192, 19255, 19401, 19465, 19489...

The city of Philadelphia has approximately 1.5 million residents that live in an area of 136 square miles. With its surrounding areas added in, the population jumps to over 6 million, making the city the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States. Steeped in history, Philadelphia is home to America's oldest art museum, and its first art school. There are countless museums, galleries, and studios. Educational resources for arts-related programs include colleges and universities, trade schools, and workshops. This combination of historical and cultural attractions, coupled with excellent educational facilities, prove that this city is a paradise for individuals interested in the arts.

National Programs: The following schools are accepting students from across the country.

The Art Institutes

The Art Institutes

Bachelor's | Associate's | Certificate | Diploma

The Art Institutes offers associate, bachelor and certificate programs that specialize in the creative arts and design. With over 40 locations in major cities throughout North America, you’ll get the competitive edge to succeed as a creative professional - in your field of interest!

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The Art Institute of Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA US

About: Founded by artist Philip Trachtman in 1971, the college became The Art Institute of Philadelphia in 1979. The Art Institute of Philadelphia occupies 1622 Chestnut Street, a building originally designed in 1928 as the CBS flagship radio station affiliate. Designated as a historical site by the Philadelphia Historical Commission, the Art Deco building became home to the college in 1982. Today, The Art Institute of Philadelphia has additional academic facilities at 1610 and 1510 Chestnut Street and 2300 Market Street. Request Information



Abington Art Center, Art Workshops

Jenkintown, PA US

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Barnstone Studios, Classical Drawing, Designing, and Painting Classes

Coplay, PA US



Bucks County Community College, Department of the Arts

Newtown, PA US

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Cecil Community College, Department of Art

North East, MD US

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Cedar Crest College, Department of Arts and Humanities

Allentown, PA US

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Chestnut Hill College, Department of Art

Philadelphia, PA US

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Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, Department of Fine Arts

Cheyney, PA US

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Clay Studio - Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA US

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Delaware State University, Department of Visual and Performing Arts

Dover, DE US

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DeSales University, Department of Performing and Fine Art

Center Valley, PA US

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Drexel University, College of Media Arts and Design

Philadelphia, PA US

About: What, exactly, is CoMAD, the College of Media Arts & Design? It's a place where you can learn creative problem solving. It's a place where you can earn degrees in professional areas, while also getting a broad liberal arts education. It's a place that helps its students enhance their own course of study through elective courses and minors. Through close personal advising, students get ongoing guidance to help navigate the sequence of professional and foundation courses and choose electives effectively. Cooperative education, up-to-date technology, the city of Philadelphia, and an emphasis on faculty-student interaction all combine to make CoMAD education uniquely fulfilling and exciting. The College's five departments offer nine programs leading to the Bachelor of Science degree, one program leading to the Bachelor of Architecture and four programs leading to the Master of Science degrees. Request Information



Easton Clayworks

Easton, PA US



Fleisher Art Memorial

Philadelphia, PA US

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Harcum College, Department of Art

Bryn Mawr, PA US

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Haverford College, Department of Fine Arts

Haverford, PA US

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Insitute of Contemporary Art at the University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA US

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Kari's School Of Art

Palmer, PA US



Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, College of Visual and Performing Arts

Kutztown, PA US

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Kutztown University, Communication Design Program

Kutztown, PA US

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La Salle University, Department of Digital Arts and Mutimedia Design

Philadelphia, PA US

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Lafayette College, Visual Arts Department

Easton, PA US

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Lehigh University, College of Arts and Sciences

Bethlehem, PA US

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Manayunk Art Center, Art Workshops

Philadelphia, US



Moravian College, Art Department

Bethlehem, PA US

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Pasda Studios School Of Arts

Bethlehem, PA US



Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

Philadelphia, PA US

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Philadelphia University, School of Architecture and Design

Philadelphia, PA US

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Rosemont College, Department of History of Art

Rosemont, PA US

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Saint Joseph's University, Department of Fine and Performing Arts

Philadelphia, PA US

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