Cornish College of the Arts
Cornish College of the Arts is located in Seattle's Denny Triangle, part of the South Lake Union neighborhood, placing students in a dynamic urban environment. As an art college, the focus is on fostering creativity and artistic expression. Its location provides access to Seattle's cultural resources and professional arts scene.
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Cornish College of the Arts's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 30% of students receive Pell Grants; 73% take federal loans.
Average net price across income brackets is $36,210, roughly 9% lower than the published tuition.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $28,155 | $112,620 |
| $30K – $48K | $30,948 | $123,792 |
| $48K – $75K | $36,693 | $146,772 |
| $75K – $110K | $40,853 | $163,412 |
| $110K+ | $44,405 | $177,620 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $39,913 | $159,652 |
Programs at Cornish College of the Arts
4 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts Compare across schools → |
16
|
$16,621/yr | Moderate | 0.4x |
| Music Compare across schools → |
15
|
$18,453/yr | High | 0.6x |
| Dance Compare across schools → |
13
|
$27,255/yr | Low | 0.4x |
| Theater & Drama Compare across schools → |
13
|
$19,045/yr | Moderate | 0.4x |