Best colleges for Arts in Washington
Ranked by graduates a year
North Seattle College, Eastern Washington University and Seattle University award the most Arts degrees and certificates in Washington: 33, 8 and 8 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 7 Washington colleges offer Arts and award 54 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management program focuses on the visual and performing arts, preparing students for various roles within the creative industries. This program is ideal for individuals passionate about arts management,…
7 institutions offering Arts in Washington
Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by graduates a year.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Seattle College Seattle Public | — | 33 | 33% | — | — |
| 2 | Eastern Washington University Cheney Public | — | 8 | 43% | — | — |
| 3 | Seattle University Seattle Private not-for-profit | — | 8 | 76% | $31,900 | — |
| 4 | Washington State University Pullman Public | — | 2 | 60% | — | — |
| 5 | Northwest University Kirkland Private not-for-profit | — | 1 | 71% | $21,433 | — |
| 6 | Shoreline College Shoreline Public | — | 1 | 29% | — | — |
| 7 | Seattle Film Institute Seattle Private for-profit | — | 1 | 57% | $41,903 | — |
Colleges awarding the most Arts degrees in Washington
Top 6 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Seattle College Seattle Public | 33 | Not reported |
| 2 | Eastern Washington University Cheney Public | 8 | Not reported |
| 3 | Seattle University Seattle Private not-for-profit | 8 | Not reported |
| 4 | Washington State University Pullman Public | 2 | Not reported |
| 5 | Northwest University Kirkland Private not-for-profit | 1 | Not reported |
| 6 | Seattle Film Institute Seattle Private for-profit | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 Washington colleges offering Arts
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreline College | Shoreline | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes (SOC 13-1011).
Top skills
What Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes earn in Washington
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Arts programs in Washington.
Which Washington colleges award the most Arts degrees?+
North Seattle College (33 graduates a year), Eastern Washington University (8 graduates a year) and Seattle University (8 graduates a year) award the most Arts degrees and certificates in Washington, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 7 Washington colleges offer Arts.
How much do Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes earn in Washington?+
The average annual wage for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes in Washington is $114,000 (median $74,620), across about 120 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Arts program?+
The Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management program focuses on the visual and performing arts, preparing students for various roles within the creative industries. This program is ideal for individuals passionate about arts management,…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop active listening, speaking, reading comprehension, critical thinking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes?+
The national job outlook is about +8.7% growth with around 2,200 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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