CORNISH COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
- 1000 Lenora Street
- Seattle, WA 98121
- OPEID College Code: 01231500
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- General Phone: (206) 726-5016
- President: Sergei Tschernisch
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 794
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Cornish College of the Arts - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Website
- www.cornish.edu

- Mission Statement
- The mission of Cornish College of the Arts is to provide students aspiring to become practicing artists
with an educational program of the highest possible quality, in an environment that nurtures creativity
and intellectual curiosity, while preparing them to contribute to society as artists, citizens, and
innovators. Cornish realizes this mission by offering baccalaureate studies in the performing and visual
arts and by serving as a focal point in the community for public presentation, artistic criticism,
participation, and discussion of the Arts.
Accreditation
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Schools of Art, Music, and Design
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
Cornish College of the Arts Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.cornish.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $35.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Recommended
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 270 | 536 | 806 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 171 (63%) | 366 (68%) | 537 (67%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 64 (37%) | 128 (35%) | 192 (36%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 95%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 66% | 30% | 18% | 95% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,277 | $4,066 | $5,059 | $5,781 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.9% | 3.0% | 3.5% |
| Number in Default | 11 | 6 | 9 |
| Number in Repayment | 222 | 200 | 254 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $27,350 | $25,600 | $24,000 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $27,350 | $25,600 | $24,000 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $27,350 | $25,600 | $24,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,500 | - | - |
| Other Expenses | $2,800 | - | - |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $41,450 | $27,400 | $25,800 |
| In-State | $41,450 | $27,400 | $25,800 |
| Out of State | $41,450 | $27,400 | $25,800 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $29,150 | $27,400 | $25,800 |
| In-State | $29,150 | $27,400 | $25,800 |
| Out of State | $29,150 | $27,400 | $25,800 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $29,150 | $27,400 | $25,800 |
| In-State | $29,150 | $27,400 | $25,800 |
| Out of State | $29,150 | $27,400 | $25,800 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | ||
| Dance Degree | - | 22 |
| Design and Visual Communications Degree | - | 32 |
| Drama Degree | - | 39 |
| Fine Studio Arts Degree | - | 29 |
| Music Performance Degree | - | 29 |
| Technical Theatre, Design and Technology Degree | - | 13 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 794 Undergraduate: 794
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 291 Female: 503
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 291 Female: 503
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 775 Part-Time: 19
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 775 Part-Time: 19
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 15 | 2% |
| American Indian | 6 | 0.8% |
| Black | 24 | 3% |
| Asian | 47 | 6% |
| Hispanic | 28 | 4% |
| White | 570 | 72% |
| Unknown | 104 | 13% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 8 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 281 | 35% |
| Ages 20-21 | 258 | 32% |
| Ages 22-24 | 147 | 19% |
| Ages 25-29 | 62 | 8% |
| Ages 30-34 | 26 | 3% |
| Ages 35-39 | 4 | 0.5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 3 | 0.4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 5 | 0.6% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 292 | 164 | 128 |
| Faculty Status | 59 | 59 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 174 | 59 | 115 |
| Primarily Instruction | 174 | 59 | 115 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 31 | 30 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 51 | 43 | 8 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 36 | 32 | 4 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 19 | 16 | 3 |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 16 | 15 | 1 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $53,433 (59) | $54,916 (28) | $52,094 (31) |
| Professor | $56,113 (42) | $55,837 (25) | $56,520 (17) |
| Associate Professor | $47,550 (12) | $47,241 (3) | $47,653 (9) |
| Assistant Professor | $45,040 (5) | - (-) | $45,040 (5) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $53,433 (59) | $54,916 (28) | $52,094 (31) |
| Professor | $56,113 (42) | $55,837 (25) | $56,520 (17) |
| Associate Professor | $47,550 (12) | $47,241 (3) | $47,653 (9) |
| Assistant Professor | $45,040 (5) | - (-) | $45,040 (5) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 63%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 57% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 52% |
| Female | 60% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | 40% |
| Asian | 67% |
| Hispanic | 63% |
| White | 60% |
| Unknown | 45% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 49% |
| 5 Years | 56% |
| 6 Years | 57% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009