Undergraduate Admissions

The University of the Arts seeks intelligent, talented and highly motivated students who will both benefit from and contribute to the UArts experience. Our admission process is carefully selective and our staff is friendly and supportive. We look forward to the chance to meet you and to offer any assistance you may require as you learn more about the University of the Arts.

Choosing the Right University
It's one of the most important decisions an individual - and a family - will ever face. Whether you're into the stage or the page, crafts or canvas, the web or the barre, your creativity can be the pathway to an incredible career.

Will I Belong Here?
The people who apply to the Universty of the Arts are creative thinkers who want to do what they love alongside other aspiring artists, designers, dancers, musicians, writers, media-makers, craftspeople and innovators.

What If I Have a Question?
We are committed to supporting prospective students throughout the admission process. Our Admissions counselors are ready to answer your questions.

Undergraduate Degree Programs

The University of the Arts offers 22 undergraduate degree programs in Design, Visual Arts, Music, Dance, Theater and Film.

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Application Process

Admission is selective and is based on a comprehensive assessment of each applicant’s individual potential.

Meet Your Counselor

We look forward to the chance to meet you and to offer any assistance you may require as you learn more about the University of the Arts.

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Student Journals

Want to know what life is like at UArts? Find out first hand from current students!

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Chat With Current Students

Talk to current students about their experiences.

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International Applicants

UArts welcomes applications from international students, a group that represents more than 30 countries of origin.

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Transfer Applicants

The University of the Arts welcomes applications from transfer students.

Portfolio & Audition Requirements

Prospective students are required to submit a portfolio of original art work or pass an entrance audition or interview.

Open House

Come to our Open House and learn more about the University of the Arts experience.

Ask our Alumni

Wonder what life at UArts is like? Ask someone who has been there!

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UArts offers a dynamic environment for inspired students like you to prepare for careers in design, film, visual arts, music, dance and theater. Explore a copy of our Viewbook and see all that UArts has to offer.

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You’re an artist, we get that. We will nourish your artistic aspirations so you can take on the world. Let us assist you with preparations for a college education in the arts.