Cheapest Classics and Classical Languages Colleges in Washington

Washington's public universities make Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics remarkably affordable, with University of Washington-Seattle offering the strongest combination of value and outcomes at $13,485 net cost and an 83.70% graduation rate. The state's tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft increasingly value liberal arts graduates for their critical thinking and communication skills, making classical studies particularly relevant. Private options like Whitman College cost nearly three times more at $35,506, creating a substantial price divide across the state's 7 programs.

Programs

$13,485 – $38,920

Net Price Range

73.5%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, Washington	$13,485	$12,643	83.7%	47.5%
2	Washington State University Pullman, Washington	$14,401	$12,997	61.6%	83.1%
3	Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, Washington	$21,370	$50,964	71.0%	88.9%
4	Seattle Pacific University Seattle, Washington	$24,820	$38,814	62.1%	90.7%
5	Whitman College Walla Walla, Washington	$35,506	$61,492	81.0%	47.7%
6	Gonzaga University Spokane, Washington	$36,371	$53,500	86.9%	69.7%
7	University of Puget Sound Tacoma, Washington	$38,920	$59,900	67.9%	82.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Washington-Seattle the top value for Classics studies?

UW-Seattle combines the lowest net cost at $13,485 with the highest graduation rate at 83.70% among Washington's Classics programs. The university also maintains selective admissions with a 47.52% acceptance rate, ensuring academic rigor while keeping costs manageable.

How much can students save by choosing public over private programs?

Students can save over $20,000 annually by choosing public universities like WSU ($14,401) over private colleges like University of Puget Sound ($38,920). Even the most affordable private option, Pacific Lutheran University at $21,370, costs $7,000 more than the priciest public program.

Does the Washington College Grant help with Classics program costs?

The Washington College Grant covers full tuition at public colleges for qualifying students, making UW-Seattle and WSU potentially free for those who meet income requirements. This state aid significantly reduces the financial barrier to studying classical languages and literature.

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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.