Apply to PAFA
Select your preferred application:
Application Deadlines
| Start | Application Deadline | Enrollment Deadline | Program |
| Fall Semester | February 15 | August 1 | MFA program Post-Baccalaureate program |
| Summer Session | February 15 | May 15 | Low-Residency program |
Using the Admissions Portal
During the admissions process, applicants may check the status of their application through PAFA's Admissions Portal.
- If you applied using PAFA's Application, you can sign in with the same application login. To track your progress in completing all the application requirements, use the 'Applications Summary' option.
- Common Application users will need to create an Admissions Portal account to check the status of their application. Use the same email entered on your Common Application.
Please note that only complete applications will be reviewed for admission. Applicants with missing requirements will be notified and should refer to the Application Summary page to see what materials are incomplete.
Decision Letter
Your official decision letter will be published in the Admissions Portal. If accepted, you can confirm or decline your offer of admission by using the "Respond" button on the decision letter.