Cheapest Arts Colleges in Pennsylvania

York College of Pennsylvania stands out among Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management programs with a net price of just $19,685, nearly $25,000 less than the most expensive option. Pennsylvania's media market supports strong career prospects, with Comcast headquartered in Philadelphia providing major opportunities in entertainment and digital media. The 14 programs range from York's accessible pricing to Carnegie Mellon's elite 11.30% acceptance rate, creating options for different budgets and academic profiles. Most schools maintain graduation rates between 60-78%, though earnings data shows graduates typically start around $29,685 annually regardless of program cost.

Programs

$19,685 – $44,154

Net Price Range

$29,685

Avg. Program Earnings

68.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

14 Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	York College of Pennsylvania York, Pennsylvania	$19,685	$24,606	59.7%	95.6%
2	Geneva College Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania	$21,043	$33,610	61.5%	79.1%
3	Albright College Reading, Pennsylvania	$21,664	$28,794	42.2%	84.9%
4	Marywood University Scranton, Pennsylvania	$22,222	$39,570	72.5%	80.8%
5	Seton Hill University Greensburg, Pennsylvania	$22,558	$41,414	71.0%	78.3%
6	Saint Vincent College Latrobe, Pennsylvania	$23,331	$41,100	72.1%	73.4%
7	Waynesburg University Waynesburg, Pennsylvania	$25,157	$29,460	60.5%	75.6%
8	Chatham University Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	$25,717	$43,810	66.2%	66.3%
9	Juniata College Huntingdon, Pennsylvania	$27,663	$56,402	68.9%	76.2%
10	Messiah University Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania	$27,686	$40,640	78.5%	79.4%
11	Lebanon Valley College Annville, Pennsylvania	$28,132	$50,320	72.5%	76.7%
12	Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	$31,671	$63,829	92.5%	11.3%
13	Drexel University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	$38,428	$60,663	77.1%	79.6%
14	University of the Arts Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	$44,154	$54,290	69.2%	80.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge cost difference between Pennsylvania's cheapest and most expensive programs?

York College's $19,685 net price versus University of the Arts' $44,154 reflects different institutional approaches and aid packages. York maintains lower tuition while the University of the Arts charges $54,290 in sticker price with less financial aid available.

How does Carnegie Mellon compare to other Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management programs?

Carnegie Mellon accepts only 11.30% of applicants compared to the 66-95% range at other schools, while maintaining a 92.50% graduation rate. At $31,671 net price, it costs more than most options but less than the three most expensive programs.

Is the graduation rate connected to program cost in Pennsylvania?

Not directly - Messiah University achieves a 78.50% graduation rate at $27,686 while Albright College graduates only 42.20% of students despite charging $21,664. The highest performers cluster between $22,000-$28,000 in net costs.

Does Pennsylvania offer good job prospects for media management graduates?

Yes, with Comcast's Philadelphia headquarters and UPMC's extensive marketing operations providing entry points. Graduates typically earn around $29,685 starting out, with the state's PA Grant helping reduce college costs for residents.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.