International Students
The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts welcomes applications from talented artists and artists in the making from all around the world.
TOEFL/IELTS Scores
International students are required to submit official language proficiency scores if their primary language is not English. PAFA accepts the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) tests.
| Degree Program | Test Type | Minimum Score | Test Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree Program BFA | Test Type TOEFL | Minimum Score 80 | Test Code 8499 |
| Degree Program BFA | Test Type IELTS | Minimum Score 6.5 | Test Code - |
| Degree Program PAFA/Penn BFA | Test Type TOEFL | Minimum Score 100 | Test Code 8499 |
| Degree Program PAFA/Penn BFA | Test Type IELTS | Minimum Score 7 | Test Code - |
| Degree Program Graduate | Test Type TOEFL | Minimum Score 80 | Test Code 8499 |
| Degree Program Graduate | Test Type IELTS | Minimum Score 6.5 | Test Code - |
Duolingo English Test
In lieu of TOEFL/IELTS, PAFA will also accept the Duolingo English Test.
| Degree Program | Minimum Score | Test Code |
|---|---|---|
| Degree Program BFA | Minimum Score 105 | Test Code - |
| Degree Program PAFA/Penn BFA | Minimum Score 120 | Test Code - |
| Degree Program Graduate | Minimum Score 105 | Test Code - |
Financial Aid and Scholarship Eligibility
International students are considered for merit scholarships from PAFA based on the materials provided in their application. Please refer to Undergraduate and Graduate Application Processes for details on priority deadlines.
International students are not eligible for federal aid, as they are not citizens of the United States.