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Overview

Pratt Institute, predominantly located in the Clinton Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, is a private institution established in 1887, with a satellite campus in Manhattan. The Institute is a member of the Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design (AICAD) and provides a distinctive urban campus environment that integrates historic buildings and green spaces. Pratt's campus is renowned for its picturesque 25-acre main campus, which includes an arboretum and buildings that embody the Romanesque Revival style of architecture. The school is a short distance from the heart of New York City, allowing easy access to the extensive cultural and professional opportunities the city presents. Pratt offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs known for blending artistic creativity with innovation, particularly through its top-ranked schools of Architecture, Art, and Design. The institution is also respected for its strong programs in library and information science, as well as digital arts. Housing is provided on campus, offering students a range of living options that contribute to a supportive environment conducive to their artistic and academic growth. Pratt Institute's acceptance rate is selective, attracting a diverse and committed student body. While athletics are not a central focus, Pratt fields a variety of Division III sports teams known as the Cannoneers, with a notably competitive and historic men's and women's soccer program.

In the most recent statistical year 10,129 prospective students applied, and 5,110 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 886 enrolled in the school.  5,256 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 238 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $55,575 plus fees of $2,024. Pratt Institute is ranked 174 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.