Undergraduate Requirements
First-year and transfer BFA students should gather 10-15 portfolio items—as well as an artist statement—to submit along with their application.
Admissions Requirements & Portfolio Preparation
Your application and portfolio materials give us a glimpse into your creative mind and an excellent idea of your potential at PNCA. Here's a closer look at what you need to apply.
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Graduate Requirements
MFA and MA applicants will complement their admissions materials with program-specific requirements, which could include portfolio items, essay questions, a statement of purpose or writing samples.
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Post-Baccalaureate Requirements
Applicants to our post-bacc residency program should gather or prepare their resume/CV, reference letters, statement of purpose and portfolio materials.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
A premier art and design education is within reach at PNCA. We offer merit and equity scholarships at the undergraduate and graduate level. And students may be eligible for federal financial aid programs like grants, loans and work-study.
Transfer Students & Pathway Programs
We welcome transfer students to continue their art and design education at PNCA. Our team will help you transfer as many of your previous college credits as possible. With more than 30 transfer partner colleges, we also offer a guided pathway from associate degree to BFA.
Life at PNCA
In and out of the classroom, you’ll be part of a vibrant community of makers, creators and changemakers. Explore what it’s like to live and learn at PNCA—and in the amazing city of Portland.
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