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International applicants · 2026–27

Moore College of Art and Design: what international applicants need

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Requirements for the 2026–27 season, updated September 25, 2026.

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The questions international applicants ask

What are Moore College of Art and Design's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Moore College of Art and Design admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Moore College of Art and Design's acceptance rate?

56.5% for students who started in fall 2024: Moore College of Art and Design admitted 870 of its 1,541 first-year applicants.

  • The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
  • US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Moore College of Art and Design require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Moore College of Art and Design is test-flexible for 2026–27: it accepts other exams in place of the SAT or ACT, and its testing page lists which ones.

  • This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
Testing policy page

What SAT score do you need for Moore College of Art and Design?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 560–670 in Math and 620–710 in Reading and Writing (81% of them sent SAT scores).

  • On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 26–32.
  • If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
  • US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Moore College of Art and Design's application fee for international students?

Moore College of Art and Design's application fee is $60 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Moore College of Art and Design accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Moore College of Art and Design accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

  • Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Moore College of Art and Design accept?

Moore College of Art and Design doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

  • Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.
International applicants page

How many recommendation letters does Moore College of Art and Design require?

Moore College of Art and Design doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

  • Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
  • Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Moore College of Art and Design require the Common App personal essay?

No. Moore College of Art and Design doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

  • It also asks for a portfolio, for some programs or for all applicants: check its site.

How many international students does Moore College of Art and Design have?

0 of Moore College of Art and Design's 535 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0%.

  • US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Moore College of Art and Design cost for international students?

Moore College of Art and Design's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $52,812, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $19,506. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $76,296 before any financial aid.

  • US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Every requirement, in one place

Deadlines

  1. Rolling admission: apply as early as you can.
Application fee
$60International applicantsUS applicants: $60
Common App fee waiver
Accepted
SAT / ACT
FlexibleThis is the policy for American applicants. It can differ for international students: check the testing page.
English proficiency tests accepted
Listed on the university's site
Letters and school reports
No recommendation letters required
Also required
Portfolio