Cornish College of the Arts is a topnotch fine art school, for those who are serious about their art. Class sizes are small, with a student-to-teacher ratio of only 8:1. Students are helped and encouraged to find their own voice and develop their own personal style.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Cornish is right in the heart of downtown Seattle, with lots of interesting things to do. There are also lots of opportunities for collaboration with students from other departments, such as dance, theater, and music. It's a really fun place for creative people!
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
The professors expect students to do their most creative work here. The electives and humanities classes are interdisciplinary, and many are focused on fascinating topics. And, it's a good school if you hate math.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
I don't live in the dorms, but I hear they are pretty good. They are close by.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food's pretty good, but if you're super picky you can go to Whole Foods and get something healthier.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Lots of fun things to do around Seattle! Capitol Hill is nearby, with lots of relatively cheap places to eat and drink. And there are tons of outdoorsy things to do too - kayaking, rock climbing, or whatever you're into. The Seattle Art Museum and downtown library are great resources.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
In terms of a fine art education, this is a whole lot better than a state university. I've done both, and private art school - specifically Cornish - is way better. It is expensive, but there's financial aid available. Fine art majors can also get merit-based scholarships if their GPA is 3.0 or higher.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
The school mascot is a Cornish game hen named Henny! Cornish also has a professional-quality gallery, and every year the BFA Show is one of the highlights of the Seattle arts community. Each student artist gets his or her own professionally lighted gallery space in the BFA Show their senior year.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Creative, artistic types and people who are extremely passionate about their art.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Lots of clubs and activities. The SIGs (student activity groups) cover just about any interest you could think of, and if there isn't one already, you can start one easily and get a few hundred bucks for activities.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
none
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
The campus security guys are really nice and will walk you to your car when it's dark out. There are lots of shuttles going to the dorms and Capitol Hill - scheduled shuttles as well as ones you call when you need to go somewhere (free for students). Parking is a bit of a hassle, but that's to be expected in an urban setting.
Cornish College of the Arts is a topnotch fine art school, for those who are serious about their art. Class sizes are small, with a student-to-teacher ratio of only 8:1. Students are helped and encouraged to find their own voice and develop their own personal style.
Cornish is right in the heart of downtown Seattle, with lots of interesting things to do. There are also lots of opportunities for collaboration with students from other departments, such as dance, theater, and music. It's a really fun place for creative people!
The professors expect students to do their most creative work here. The electives and humanities classes are interdisciplinary, and many are focused on fascinating topics. And, it's a good school if you hate math.
I don't live in the dorms, but I hear they are pretty good. They are close by.
The food's pretty good, but if you're super picky you can go to Whole Foods and get something healthier.
Lots of fun things to do around Seattle! Capitol Hill is nearby, with lots of relatively cheap places to eat and drink. And there are tons of outdoorsy things to do too - kayaking, rock climbing, or whatever you're into. The Seattle Art Museum and downtown library are great resources.
In terms of a fine art education, this is a whole lot better than a state university. I've done both, and private art school - specifically Cornish - is way better. It is expensive, but there's financial aid available. Fine art majors can also get merit-based scholarships if their GPA is 3.0 or higher.
The school mascot is a Cornish game hen named Henny! Cornish also has a professional-quality gallery, and every year the BFA Show is one of the highlights of the Seattle arts community. Each student artist gets his or her own professionally lighted gallery space in the BFA Show their senior year.
Creative, artistic types and people who are extremely passionate about their art.
Lots of clubs and activities. The SIGs (student activity groups) cover just about any interest you could think of, and if there isn't one already, you can start one easily and get a few hundred bucks for activities.
none
The campus security guys are really nice and will walk you to your car when it's dark out. There are lots of shuttles going to the dorms and Capitol Hill - scheduled shuttles as well as ones you call when you need to go somewhere (free for students). Parking is a bit of a hassle, but that's to be expected in an urban setting.