Best Dance Schools in Washington

Washington has 2 colleges offering Dance programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 32 recent graduates. Graduates in Washington earn $18,521 on average within two years — 20% below the national average of $23,031. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

2
Schools in WA
$18,521
WA Avg. Earnings
$23,031
National Avg.
87
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Dance in Washington

Public Schools (1)
$13,702
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$23,340
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $9,638 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Dance Schools in Washington, Ranked by Earnings

#1
Cornish College of the Arts logo

Cornish College of the Arts

Seattle, WA · Private

$23,340
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $16,591
Graduates: 32
Acceptance: 70.5%
#2
University of Washington-Seattle Campus logo

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Seattle, WA · Public

$13,702
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 42.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Dance in Washington?
Cornish College of the Arts ranks #1 for Dance in Washington with median graduate earnings of $23,340 within two years of graduation. There are 2 schools offering Dance programs in the state.
How much do Dance graduates earn in Washington?
Dance graduates in Washington earn an average of $18,521 within two years of graduation. This is 20% below the national average of $23,031 for this major.
What is the hardest Dance school to get into in Washington?
University of Washington-Seattle Campus is the most selective Dance program in Washington with an acceptance rate of 42.5%. The average acceptance rate across Dance programs in the state is 56.5%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Dance in Washington?
In Washington, private Dance programs produce average earnings of $23,340 vs $13,702 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 1 public and 1 private options in the state.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.