Still Figuring Out College? Transferring to PNCA Could Be Your Best Move Yet
Not every college journey starts and ends at the same place. If you're ready for a school that actually gets your artistic goals and treats you like more than a number, PNCA is ready for you.
PNCA Is Made for Students Like You
We’ve built 18 transfer agreements and pathway programs with community colleges across the country, plus we welcome students from other four-year art and design schools like Cornish. Whether you’re coming from down the street or across the country, transferring to PNCA is smoother than you think.
The Lifelong Value of Mentorship
At PNCA, you won’t get lost in a giant lecture hall. You’ll thrive in a close-knit, 9:1 student-to-faculty environment where mentorship is built into every program. Our faculty are artists and designers who provide personalized guidance, help grow your creative network, and connect you with industry opportunities in Portland and beyond.
Your Education Should Be Too
Our mentorship-driven environment helped illustrator Eva Wrzesinski BFA’22 turn their passion for storytelling into a powerful tool for social change. Through dedicated faculty support, Wrzesinski developed the skills and network that led to illustrating a children’s book challenging stereotypes about homelessness.
Other Schools Talk About Opportunity, PNCA Creates It
The idea that art school doesn’t prepare you for a career? That’s a myth. At PNCA, we do more than nurture creativity, we equip you with the skills, experience, and connections to turn your passion into a profession. With dedicated mentorship, a focus on careers, hands-on learning, and access to cutting-edge technology, you'll graduate ready to thrive in the world of art and design.
Subin Yang’s Story
Subin Yang BFA’17 is an illustrator whose vibrant, mission-driven work has shaped campaigns for Google and Instagram. At PNCA, she honed her unique style and found mentorship that inspired her career blending art with social impact, including collaborations with Amnesty International and Chobani.
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A visit is the best way to immerse yourself in our vibrant campus and city. Come by for a campus tour, and an admissions counselor will help review your portfolio ahead of your application.
