Creative Impact

Founded in 1848, Moore College of Art & Design is Philadelphia’s only independent art and design school. Our mission is more relevant than ever, as technology, sustainability and diverse cultures drive and disrupt new and existing industries. Today, we welcome all students seeking an immersive, rigorous and dynamic education in creative fields that will catapult them into the careers of their dreams. Celebrating and nurturing individuality, we make space and open opportunity for the kind of inclusive talent and new vision employers want and successful creative entrepreneurs need. 

Moore graduates succeed not only because of exceptional faculty mentors but also because of each other. Taking the creative risks to push boundaries and excel requires respect, trust and support. Together, our students, faculty and alumni are an undeniable creative force, spurring each other on and becoming a lifelong professional network.  

With 178 years of groundbreaking graduates who are shaping new fields like gaming and animation and special-needs art education to successful independent design studios and creative companies—Moore graduates make an impact. 

Moore is for artists and designers who don't want to sacrifice their passion for a paycheck. We transform raw potential into discipline, resilience, and credibility. Through fearless exploration, creative independence, and embedded professional experiences, our graduates build lives of purpose, prosperity, and impact. We don't just prepare you for a job title; we build the foundation for a sustainable, resilient, lifelong practice.