QUICK ANSWER
Pratt, founded in 1887 in Brooklyn’s Clinton Hill, is our second-largest acceptance count, at 102 admits. Its funding pattern is distinctive. In our record Pratt made scholarship awards to 40 of 102 admits (39%), but those awards averaged $67,638 (n=40), the highest average among the ten schools we track most closely.
Pratt’s application is also specific: 10–20 artworks with 3–5 pieces from direct observation, all made within the last 18 months, a Pratt essay, and a TOEFL minimum of 92 (or 5 on the new scale), higher than at SVA.
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What Pratt Asks For
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Portfolio | 10–20 artworks; mostly finished work; sketchbook-only portfolios discouraged |
| Observation | 3–5 pieces from direct observation of 3D subjects |
| Recency | Work made within the last 18 months |
| Essay | Pratt essay of 250–500 words; AI writing tools not permitted |
| English | TOEFL 92 (0–120) or 5 (new scale); scores within two years of the start term |
| SAT / ACT | Not required |
From Pratt’s Undergraduate Application Requirements for high school applicants, Fall 2027, checked October 2026.
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Deadlines and Cost
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Early Action | November 15; decisions by mid-December |
| Priority deadline | January 15; decisions within 3 weeks |
| After January 15 | Rolling review; programme places may become limited in February and March |
| Tuition, 2026–27 | $64,703 |
| Cost of attendance | $90,967 |
From Pratt’s Undergraduate Admissions page and published 2026–27 costs, checked October 2026.
The rolling review after January 15 is worth noticing. Pratt says places in some programmes may become limited in February and March, so a late application is possible but riskier, especially for popular majors.
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How Pratt Funds Our Admits
| School | Admits | With an award | Average award |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pratt | 102 | 40 (39%) | $67,638 (n=40) |
| SVA | 140 | 41 (29%) | $58,944 (n=41) |
| Parsons | 63 | 38 (60%) | $53,116 (n=38) |
| RISD | 68 | 4 (6%) | Not reported (n=4) |
Royal Blue results record, 2009–2026, all majors combined. Award figures are shares of our admits, not admission rates.
FOR KOREAN FAMILIES
Pratt awards fewer of our admits than Parsons, but larger amounts when it does. Treat Pratt as a school where a strong portfolio can change the cost substantially, and apply by Early Action or the January 15 priority deadline. For fine art specifically, see SVA vs Pratt for fine art.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pieces does Pratt want?
10–20 artworks, including 3–5 from direct observation, all made within the last 18 months.
What TOEFL score does Pratt require?
92 on the 0–120 scale or 5 on the new 1–6 scale, taken within two years of the start term.
When is Pratt’s Early Action deadline?
November 15, with decisions by mid-December. The priority deadline is January 15.
How much does Pratt cost?
Tuition is $64,703 for 2026–27, and the cost of attendance is $90,967.
Does Pratt give scholarships to international students?
In our record, 40 of 102 Pratt admits received an award, averaging $67,638 (n=40).
ROYAL BLUE ART & DESIGN
For 19 years we have prepared Korean students for U.S. art schools from our studio in Apgujeong, Seoul. Our public record lists 1,099 acceptances confirmed directly with students, including 102 at Pratt. We plan Pratt portfolios around its observation and 18-month rules. Call 02-3446-5929 or book a consultation.
Requirements and deadlines from Pratt’s undergraduate admissions pages; costs from Pratt (2026–27). Royal Blue figures from our results record (2009–2026). Checked October 2026. If something here has changed, tell us and we will correct it.
Related reading: SVA vs Pratt for Fine Art · Gap Year Before U.S. Art School · Questions Before Committing · 8 Admissions Mistakes · Royal Blue Results