2025 Most Expensive Washington Public Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 10 four-year public Washington colleges is $33,176, reflecting a -0.47% increase compared to the previous year.

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus ranks as the most expensive public Washington colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $43,404. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, University of Washington-Tacoma Campus remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are University of Washington-Seattle Campus at$43,209 and University of Washington-Bothell Campus at$43,155 both consistently recognized among the Washington Public Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Washington Public Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 83.74%, and the average SAT score is 1,235, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between Washington Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. Washington Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, WAPublic, 4-year $43,404
($13,168)
$1,233		$33,006
($18,987)
$321		82.52%4,965-63.00%15 to 1
2
-		University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WAPublic, 4-year $43,209
($12,973)
$1,212		$32,811
($18,792)
$300		39.15%56,997-85.00%20 to 1
3
-		University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell, WAPublic, 4-year $43,155
($12,919)
$1,242		$32,757
($18,738)
$330		90.60%6,058-65.00%22 to 1
4
-		The Evergreen State College Olympia, WAPublic, 4-year $31,905
($9,264)
$925		$29,406
($13,458)
$769		96.37%2,4901,19041.00%17 to 1
5
-		Washington State University Pullman, WAPublic, 4-year $29,950
($13,391)
$877		$30,467
($14,845)
$900		86.64%25,685-60.00%15 to 1
6Washington State University-Tri Cities Richland, WAPublic, 4-year $28,820
($12,261)		-
(-)		-----
7
1		Western Washington University Bellingham, WAPublic, 4-year $28,707
($9,582)
$854		$27,389
($13,878)
$815		93.25%14,7101,28065.00%18 to 1
8Washington State University-Vancouver Vancouver, WAPublic, 4-year $28,496
($11,937)		-
(-)		-----
9
2		Central Washington University Ellensburg, WAPublic, 4-year $27,526
($9,417)
$755		$28,031
($13,220)
$768		90.62%10,811-54.00%15 to 1
10
2		Eastern Washington University Cheney, WAPublic, 4-year $26,583
($8,586)
$691		$29,892
($14,106)
$790		90.75%10,492-43.00%18 to 1
Average$33,176
($11,350)		$30,470
($15,753)		83.74%16,5261,23559.50%18 to 1