Cheapest Arts Colleges in Washington

Washington state's public universities make Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management education surprisingly affordable, with Eastern Washington University charging just $13,091 in net costs compared to Seattle University's $34,802. The $21,711 gap between cheapest and most expensive reflects a clear divide between public and private options. With Washington hosting major entertainment companies like Amazon Prime Video and Microsoft's gaming division, graduates enter a market where tech companies increasingly need media management expertise alongside traditional arts organizations.

Programs

$13,091 – $34,802

Net Price Range

60.5%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Eastern Washington University Cheney, Washington	$13,091	$8,353	47.2%	96.1%
2	Central Washington University Ellensburg, Washington	$14,715	$9,192	49.9%	93.5%
3	Northwest University Kirkland, Washington	$25,161	$36,035	63.5%	94.3%
4	Whitworth University Spokane, Washington	$25,884	$50,920	68.4%	90.5%
5	Seattle University Seattle, Washington	$34,802	$54,285	73.3%	85.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Eastern Washington University so much cheaper than other options?

Eastern Washington University offers the lowest net cost at $13,091, with in-state tuition of just $8,353. As a public university with a 96.12% acceptance rate, it provides accessible education though its 47.20% graduation rate trails private competitors.

How do graduation rates compare across price points?

Higher-cost schools show significantly better graduation outcomes, with Seattle University leading at 73.30% compared to Eastern Washington's 47.20%. The pattern suggests that paying $34,802 versus $13,091 correlates with a 26-point graduation rate difference.

Does the Washington College Grant help with these programs?

The Washington College Grant covers full tuition at public universities for qualifying students, potentially reducing costs at Eastern Washington and Central Washington to just room, board, and fees. Private schools like Northwest University and Whitworth don't participate in this program.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.