United States
Dance Programs in Washington
BFA, BA, MFA, Minor & Community College Directory
4 college dance programs in Washington across 3 institution types. BFA, BA, MFA, minor, and AA transfer pathways. Free to browse. Updated weekly.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many college dance programs are in Washington?
- We track 4 college and university dance programs in Washington — 2 offer BFA degrees, 0 offer MFA, across 4 cities.
- Which Washington dance programs are NASD-accredited?
- None of the Washington programs currently in our directory are NASD-accredited. NASD is the National Association of Schools of Dance — the primary accreditor for dance-degree programs in the US.
- Does Washington have any dance conservatories?
- Yes — Cornish College of the Arts at Seattle University. Conservatories offer intensive pre-professional training with a smaller ratio of academic coursework than a research university.
- What's the difference between a BFA and a BA in dance?
- A BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) is a professional degree with ~75% studio + 25% academic coursework — best for students headed into performance, choreography, or industry careers. A BA (Bachelor of Arts) is closer to 50/50, giving flexibility for double majors, teaching credentials, or dance-adjacent careers.
- Can community college dance students transfer to a Washington BFA program?
- Yes — most 4-year BFA and BA dance programs in Washington accept community college transfers with an AA in dance or a general-education AA plus dance coursework. Individual credit acceptance varies; contact the receiving institution's admissions office. See our AA (transfer path) page for community colleges with dance programs.