Moore College of Art & Design Parents & Family Resources

When your student joins Moore, your family becomes part of a creative community that values success, creativity and connection. On this page you can find key information on the people, programs and events shaping your student's experience. 

Proven Career Success for Creative Professionals

At Moore, career preparation starts on day one. Every BFA student completes a guaranteed paid internship before graduation and receives individualized guidance from professional mentors in their field. 

Through the Locks Career Center, students gain lifelong access to career coaching, interview prep, professional networking opportunities and a highly engaged alumni community. Our dedicated staff work to ensure that a Moore education translates into lasting success.

Spend a day in the life of our alumni and see how they're making an impact with their careers:

*Employment percentage based on a 65% survey response rate.

Financial Aid and Funded Study Abroad Experiences

100% of Moore students receive some form of financial assistance, support that makes an exceptional art and design education more accessible.

Our Financial Aid team creates personalized aid packages that include need-based grants and merit-based scholarships like the Visionary Honors Program, which awards high-achieving students $100,000 over four years. Students can also apply for fellowships to fund their travel, leadership or internship goals.

Building on our commitment to transformative student opportunities, Moore now offers the Global Scholars Program, which fully funds international trips for distinguished students. 44 percent of employers stated they are more likely to hire a candidate with global learning experience*, so we designed Global Scholars to strengthen both artistic perspective and industry-specific skills through immersive world travel.

Learn more about financial aid, scholarships and merit programs or make an appointment with our Office of Financial Aid here.

*Data from NAFSA: Association of International Educators

A Strong Financial Foundation

Moore is proud to be a financially healthy institution with the resources to provide meaningful support to all students. Here are the facts:

• Thanks to an endowment per student ranked in the top 18% nationally and an annual budget surplus for 24 consecutive years, we can continually invest in our students and campus.
• Moore was among the top three colleges for financial viability in a 2024 Philadelphia Inquirer analysis of small, private colleges and universities in the region.
• Moore was also recognized by The Philadelphia Business Journal in 2024 for its application and enrollment growth over the last 10 years.

Housing That Feels Like Home

Moore is one of the only art and design colleges in the nation to guarantee four years of housing to all students, placing them steps away from classrooms, studios, essential amenities and cultural landmarks.

Our students live across three conveniently located dorms:

• Stahl Hall: Connected to Moore's main buildings and features updated bathrooms in every suite, as well as a penthouse lounge with a kitchenette and TV.
• Sartain Hall: Located one block from campus and features single, double and quadruple rooms, as well as a first-floor lounge.
• Rittenhouse Hall: Moore's newest residence hall in Rittenhouse Square, highlighted by luxury apartment-style living, in-unit laundry and central air conditioning. Rittenhouse Hall is primarily for juniors and seniors.

Learn more about our housing and residence life here.

Safety, Health and Wellness

Your student's safety and well-being are top priorities at Moore. With 24/7 security coverage and swipe access at every building, our campus is protected around the clock. Trained residence directors and resident assistants live onsite to help with any questions or issues.

We reinforce student well-being with on-campus health and counseling services, 24/7 virtual care and free Planet Fitness memberships. A dedicated CARE (Campus Assessment, Response and Evaluation) Team helps ensure the welfare of the campus community.

Learn more about safety and wellness at Moore here. You can also sign up for our text alert system to stay informed about weather closures and emergencies.

Visit Our Campus

Whether your student is already part of the Moore community or considering applying, families are invited to experience the energy of campus life at events year-round, from Open Studios to our annual Fashion Show.

For prospective students and families, events like Open Houses, portfolio reviews and guided campus tours provide a firsthand look at Moore's programs, facilities and faculty so you can picture a future at Moore.

Visiting from out of town? There are plenty of nearby hotels and travel options to make your stay simple and convenient. We also offer overnight stays for students and their families in Rittenhouse Hall!

• Stay connected: Events calendar
• Schedule a campus tour: Visit Moore
• Plan your overnight visit: Center City & Museum District hotels