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2026-27 cyclePortland, OR
Pacific Northwest College of Art
Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA) at Willamette University is a private art and design college located in Portland, Oregon. Situated in the downtown Pearl District, PNCA offers undergraduate BFA degrees across diverse visual and creative disciplines with an emphasis on interdisciplinary studio practice.
Acceptance rate
75%
Undergrad enrollment
412
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
Free
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early ActionEarly Action / Early Application Deadline | November 15, 2026 |
| ScholarshipEarly Application Scholarship Deadline | November 15, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionPriority Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| ScholarshipTop Juried & Merit-Based Scholarships Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidFinancial Aid Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| TransferPriority Transfer Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
RequiredArtist Statement500 words
The artist statement is an opportunity for you to distinguish yourself from other applicants and to share aspects of your work that are not reflected in your portfolio. We would like to hear about your interests and concerns and how they shape the art you make as well as your goals and ambitions as a student at PNCA.
Data gathered August 2026.