LWTech Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $5,997
- Out-of-State Tuition: $12,062
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at LWTech:
- Total Enrollment: 3,564, including 883 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 42.9% men, 57.1% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 37%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 15%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 138 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's.
LWTech Overview
Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) is a four-year, public school located in Kirkland, WA. It is classified as Baccalaureate/Associate's College by Carnegie Classification
The LWTech's tuition & fees is $5,997 for Washington residents and $12,062 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 31% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,506.
The school has a total enrollment of 3,564 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
Lake Washington Institute of Technology is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Lake Washington Institute of Technology is $5,997 for in-state students and $12,062 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $6,975 for Washington residents and $13,206 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $5,997 | $12,062 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $6,975 | $13,206 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Lake Washington Institute of Technology offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at LWTech
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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