Cornish College of the Arts
1000 Lenora St.
Seattle, Washington 98121

Cornish College of the Arts was founded by Nellie Cornish almost 100 years ago. She wanted to educate the artist by exposing them to all arts. Cornish College is one of only three private, nonprofit performing and visual arts institutions in the United States. The college blends visual and performing arts with a core curriculum of humanities and sciences.

Cornish College of the Arts awards Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Music degrees in the study areas of art, dance, design, music, performance production, and theater. Other programs at Cornish College of the Arts include summer programs such as summer dance, art and design teen programs, music program, and adult credit courses.

Quick Facts

  • Cornish College of the Arts' enrollment is 800, with an average class size of 13. Ninety-seven percent are enrolled full-time. Cornish students represent 37 states and 14 countries.


  • Cornish College has a faculty of 145 and a faculty-student ratio of 8 to 1.


  • Tuition and fees are $25,300 per year.


  • Cornish College of the Arts is accredited by the National Association of Art and Design and Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.


  • Cornish College of the Art students can study painting, photography, print art, sculpture, video, performance, choreography and teaching, interior design, motion design, visual communication design, instrumental vocal and composition, lighting, scenic, costume and sound design, stage management and technical direction, acting, original works, and performing arts.


  • Financial assistance is available through federal, state, work study, and scholarships.


  • Cornish College of the Arts students can participate in a variety of student interest groups including AIGA Student Group, Student Union, CIAO- Contact Improvisation Artists' Organization, Day of the Dead, Ebony and Ivory, Knitter's Guild, Pixel Shift, Sports Club and Sea Monstre.


  • The Cornish Student Leadership Council represents the student body by providing a forum for discussion on issues regarding student's quality of life, acts as liaison to the administration, faculty and staff, provides programs for the student body, and disburses funds to student interest groups.


  • Cornish's faculty are working professional artists, who are involved in the Seattle Arts community. Faculty, students, and staff are all involved in visual and performing arts.


  • Cornish College of the Arts mission is to provide students aspiring to become practicing artists with an educational program of the highest possible quality.
    		•  
     
     
    This school profile has been compiled and updated by The CollegeBound Network. The school is not affiliated with The CollegeBound Network and shall not be considered a sponsor of this program.
    		 
     
    Request Information From
    Colleges & Schools
    In Your Area
    * Denotes required field.
    * First Name:   * Last Name:  
    * E-mail:  
    * Confirm
    Email:    		  
    * Address:  
       
    * City:  
    * State/Province:  
    * Zip Code:  
    * Country:  
    * Phone:   Cell Phone:  
    Best Time To Call:   * H.S. Grad:  
    * Career of Interest:  
    * Program:  
    * I would like to study Online/Campus:  
     
    find schools
    in your area
      Pick a Career Interest  
           
       
     
      Zip Code:
    (Postal Code)
                           
    The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your College! Quick and Easy - Request College Info
    Home | About Us | Privacy | Contact Us | Help Center/Customer Service | Advertise Your School | Affiliate Network
    Student Services | Articles | CollegeSurfing Insider | CollegeSurfing.com © 1996 - • The CollegeBound Network • 20 years of helping students succeed through education