Best Value Physiology Colleges in Washington

Washington's physiology and pathology programs show a striking cost divide, with public options like Eastern Washington University at $13,091 compared to Gonzaga University's $36,371 net price. Central Washington University graduates earn the highest salaries at $26,997, while the University of Washington maintains an 83.7% graduation rate despite highly selective 47.5% admissions. The state's biotechnology sector, anchored by companies like Amgen and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, creates strong demand for graduates who understand disease mechanisms and human physiology.

Programs

$13,091 – $36,371

Net Price Range

$23,455

Avg. Program Earnings

66.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

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Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Eastern Washington University Cheney, Washington	$13,091	$25,967	$8,353	47.2%	96.1%
2	University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, Washington	$13,485	$25,452	$12,643	83.7%	47.5%
3	Central Washington University Ellensburg, Washington	$14,715	$26,997	$9,192	49.9%	93.5%
4	Seattle Pacific University Seattle, Washington	$24,820	$21,234	$38,814	62.1%	90.7%
5	Gonzaga University Spokane, Washington	$36,371	$17,624	$53,500	86.9%	69.7%
6	Seattle University Seattle, Washington	$34,802		$54,285	73.3%	85.2%
7	Washington State University Pullman, Washington	$14,401		$12,997	61.6%	83.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $23,000 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Public universities benefit from state funding that keeps costs low, with Eastern Washington at $13,091 and Central Washington at $14,715. Private institutions like Gonzaga and Seattle Pacific charge significantly more, with net prices reaching $36,371 and $24,820 respectively.

How do graduation rates vary across Washington's physiology programs?

The University of Washington leads with an 83.7% graduation rate, followed by Gonzaga at 86.9% despite serving different student populations. Public regional universities like Eastern Washington (47.2%) and Central Washington (49.9%) have lower completion rates but offer more affordable pathways.

Is the University of Washington worth the competitive admissions process?

With only 47.5% of applicants accepted, UW Seattle remains highly selective but offers strong value at $13,485 net cost. Graduates earn $25,452 annually with relatively low debt loads of $17,250, making it competitive despite the admission challenge.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.