Academy of Interactive Entertainment

305 Harrison St Ste 405
Seattle, WA 98109
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings

School Highlights

Academy of Interactive Entertainment serves 47 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 60%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 47 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 42%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
  • Minority enrollment: 45%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Academy of Interactive Entertainment ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Academy of Interactive Entertainment
(WA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
7 staff
156 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Academy of Interactive Entertainment has declined by 66% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Academy of Interactive Entertainment diversity score of 0.66 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 54% over five years.
Total Enrollment
47 students
3,741 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
47 students
1,835 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
47 students
3,741 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
47 students
1,835 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
1%
% Asian
6%
9%
% Hispanic
7%
19%
% Black
6%
6%
% White
55%
40%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
16%
8%
% Unknown races
5%
14%
Diversity Score
0.66
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
74%
61%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
57%
70%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,556
$11,417
Acceptance Rate
42%
75%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Fruit Ninja, Bioshock, Mass Effect, World of Tanks -

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Academy of Interactive Entertainment?
The acceptance rate of Academy of Interactive Entertainment is 42%, which is lower than the state average of 75%. Academy of Interactive Entertainment's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Washington with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Academy of Interactive Entertainment?
Academy of Interactive Entertainment famous alumni include: Fruit Ninja, Bioshock, Mass Effect, World of Tanks.
What is Academy of Interactive Entertainment's ranking?
Academy of Interactive Entertainment ranks among the top 20% of community college in Washington for: Lowest acceptance rates.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 47 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 42%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
  • Minority enrollment: 45%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

King County, WA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.79, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in King County, WA is Seattle Central College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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