Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Philadelphia, PA, USA

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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

Matilda from Philadelphia, PA

a past student here
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In three sentences
The small size classes allow for more focused concentration to get projects done. There is a close network of students and instructors. The school's location is great. Major museums such as the Rodin museum, The Barnes Foundation, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art are close by. The Instructors who teach the students are artists in fields of painting, sculpture, and printmaking.
Tips for prospective students
A good intimate school in proximity of many museums. The small class size allows for better concentration. The small size of the school is a perfect fit.
Academic Rigor
A good school to immerse yourself in one major and learn it well.
Food and Dining
There are a lot of small diners around the area. And center city is just a few blocks away.
What to do for fun
You're in the heart beat of the center of the city! What is there not to do? Everything is at your fingertips!
Bang for the buck
P.A.F.A. was very good to me. I enjoyed learning here. Would do it again if given the chance!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
There used to be a small diner named Yolanda's two blocks from P.A.F.A., on the corner of a tiny street . Most of my class mates gathered here for breakfast or lunch.
Great for these types of students
Artists and aspiring artists.
Clubs and Activities
In addition to being a student we had get together functions at students homes during the summer, and I participated in a softball team created by our department. Attending P.A.F.A. was a very inclusive, and valuable experience.
Campus Safety
Never had an issue here during the four years I attended