Welcome to Moore College of Art & Design, a diverse and inclusive community serving women, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming art and design students. With more than 175 years of art and design education expertise, Moore’s unparalleled reputation is thanks to our rich history, exceptional and dedicated faculty of practicing artists and designers, a vibrant community of talented students, and intentionally small class sizes.  

For over 20 years, Moore has partnered with Delaware College of Art and Design (DCAD) to provide a seamless transition for currently enrolled students. In fact, over 50 DCAD students have successfully transferred to Moore to pursue their BFA degree. Moore is financially healthy, thanks to an endowment per student that is ranked among the top 18% in the country, and an annual budget surplus for the past 23 years. At Moore, your art and design education and college experience will be personalized and focused on you, and you will find yourself right at ho

THREE EASY WAYS TO CONNECT

Here are three ways you can get to know us and meet our Admissions team and faculty:

1

Meet Virtually With Us

Meet our Admissions team by emailing enroll@moore.edu or learn more about us. 

2

Campus Tour of Moore

Come to Moore for a campus tour where you can see our classrooms, and spacious galleries and meet our admissions team. 

3

Complete Our Interest Form

Let us know if you are interested in Moore College of Art & Design by completing our form. Admission to the Fall 2024 class is limited. Connect with us for more information at enroll@moore.edu

Join Us at Moore Where You Will Find: 

  • All credits earned at DCAD will be accepted at Moore
  • DCAD students may earn either an Associate of Fine Arts degree (AFA) or a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree at Moore
  • All scholarships provided by DCAD will be honored by Moore
  • Moore will aim to align your out-of-pocket tuition costs with those of DCAD, helping you to receive the highest quality career-focused education at a manageable cost
  • Moore housing for incoming DCAD students 
  • Personalized approach with Sierra Conniff, our Senior Transfer Admissions Counselor
  • All Moore students have a $1,000 paid internship between junior and senior years

Moore Majors Align with DCAD's programs, including:

We also offer 15 minors to personalize your educational journey, including Business, Comics and Creative Writing.

WHY MOORE?

CAREER-FOCUSED

  • All Moore students get a $1,000 paid internship between junior and senior years
  • 1:1 career guidance throughout your time as a student and an alum, and an active and supportive alumni network
  • Study abroad and travel fellowship opportunities, starting in your first year

COMMUNITY

  • An inclusive and diverse student community and every club from Drama to Minecraft
  • Fun student events like the annual Halloween costume contest and Late-Night Breakfast
  • A 7:1 student to faculty ratio and small class sizes = a personalized learning experience

CREATIVE CAMPUS

  • State-of-the-art learning facilities, including brand-new animation labs and fine arts studios in the VAULT
  • Spaces for commuter students to relax and connect, including our new Commuter Lounge
  • Located in a safe and vibrant neighborhood, in the middle of Philadelphia's cultural district, minutes away from museums and galleries

But wait, there’s…mo(o)re! Visit our Digital Viewbook to see why Moore is the right place for you.

Moore College of Art & Design entrance

Our graduates are trained and ready to excel in their career journey: 97% of 2022 Moore alumni were employed or in graduate school just one year after graduation.**

** Percentage based on an 83% survey response rate.

You're Welcome at Moore

We’re happy to tell you more about Moore, and to welcome you to our community. Find out about our financial aid packages and how to join us here at Moore. Schedule a meeting with Sierra Conniff, your personal Admissions expert, or complete our inquiry form at the link below.