Applying to PNCA
The admissions process at Pacific Northwest College of Art is designed to identify prospective students who have the creative and technical skills, academic dedication, and the motivation and potential to be successful artists and designers.
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Questions? We are here to help. Contact pncaadmissions@willamette.edu | 503.821.8972
![Valentino Quijano '17 and Lindsey Walker '17 in painting studio in the Falcon Building at Digital Production Studio at Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA)](/images/uploads/PNCA-Student-Studios-painting.jpg)
Undergraduate
Learn about how to prepare your portfolio and the steps you'll take to submit your application online.
Undergraduate Students![New college students sitting together laughing during the Pacific Northwest College of Art's (PNCA) student orientation day 2015.](/images/uploads/PNCA-Student-Life-Spring-Orientation.jpg)
Transfer Students
Learn all about the special application requirements for Transfer Students and how we transfer your credits.
Transfer Students![](/images/uploads/PNCA-Student-Work-Adam-Simmons-2017-Video-and-Sound-3.jpg)
Veterans
Learn about the special application process and requirements for Veterans and their qualified family members.
Veterans![](/images/uploads/Subin_Yang.jpg)
International Students
Learn about the special additional requirements for degree-seeking international students.
International Students![Printmaker and artist, Kanani Miyamoto '17, working in the MFA in Print Media Studios at Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA).](/images/uploads/PNCA-MFA-Print-Media-Studio-Kanani-Miyamoto.jpg)
MFA/MA
Learn about how to prepare your portfolio and the steps you'll take to submit your application online.
MFA/MA![Sun-lit printing presses and other various print making equipment, part of the Print Making Lab facilities at Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA).](/images/uploads/PNCA-Print-Making-Lab-511-Facilities.jpg)
Post-Baccalaureate
Learn about how to prepare your portfolio and the steps you'll take to submit your application online.
Post-BaccalaureateSpecial Programs
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Community Education
PNCA offers courses to community members of all ages. You'll register for these night and weekend classes through our online Community Education catalog.
![geometric pattern projected on wall for projection mapping workshop, Make+Think+Code at PNCA](/images/uploads/mtc-projection-mapping.jpg)
Creative Technology Lab
PNCA's art and technology lab offers a wide range of workshops and classes for all members of the community. See all current workshops on the Creative Technology Lab Eventbrite page.
Speak with an Admissions Counselor
We're here to help. If you have any questions about programs or how to apply, our office is open M-F, 9am-5pm PST, or email us and we'll get in in touch as soon as we can!
Office of Admissions
pncaadmissions@willamette.edu
503.821.8972
Office of Financial Aid
financialaid@pnca.edu
503.821.8971