<p>It’s not an actual college–it’s an art school, so if you want an academic degree (B.A. vs B.F.A) you should look elsewhere. JMO but I do not think it is good enough to warrant the cost. U of W has a highly regarded theater department and lots of local connections, plus a whole bunch of other disciplines should your child decide to change or to add another major. </p>
<p>If you are in Seattle or nearby I’d contact some theater companies and ask about Cornish grads working on their productions. I’d also ask Cornish some really hard questions about how their performance production students gain experience and their placement success. If all they do is support Cornish productions that’s kind of a red flag. </p>
<p>One of DD’s closest friends from HS is a freshman there this year studying art. I would not say she is happy. I would predict she ends up transferring to U. Washington or Western.</p>