Cheapest Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management Colleges in Washington

Renton Technical College stands out with a $5,051 net price that beats even community colleges, while maintaining a 55% graduation rate that surpasses many competitors. Washington's Computer/Information Technology Administration programs range from this bargain to $35,049 at City University of Seattle, creating a $30,000 cost gap between the cheapest and most expensive options. Community colleges dominate the affordable end, with eight of the top nine schools charging under $13,000 annually. Given Amazon and Microsoft's massive presence in the state, these programs connect students to one of the nation's strongest tech job markets without requiring four-year university debt.

Programs

$5,051 – $35,049

Net Price Range

41.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

12 Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Renton Technical College Renton, Washington	$5,051	$6,723	55.0%
2	Seattle Central College Seattle, Washington	$6,329	$4,865	31.4%
3	Columbia Basin College Pasco, Washington	$8,302	$6,194	27.7%
4	Whatcom Community College Bellingham, Washington	$9,608	$5,146	36.4%
5	Clark College Vancouver, Washington	$9,826	$4,632	35.7%
6	Yakima Valley College Yakima, Washington	$10,402	$5,163	33.8%
7	Highline College Des Moines, Washington	$10,878	$4,623	38.6%
8	Green River College Auburn, Washington	$12,447	$4,580	41.2%
9	Central Washington University Ellensburg, Washington	$14,715	$9,192	49.9%	93.5%
10	Western Washington University Bellingham, Washington	$18,680	$9,286	65.5%	92.7%
11	Seattle Pacific University Seattle, Washington	$24,820	$38,814	62.1%	90.7%
12	City University of Seattle Seattle, Washington	$35,049	$14,589	16.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Renton Technical College so affordable compared to other options?

Renton Technical College charges just $5,051 net price, which is $1,278 less than Seattle Central College, the next cheapest option. The school focuses specifically on technical education rather than general academics, allowing for more targeted and cost-effective programming.

How do graduation rates compare across the most affordable programs?

Graduation rates vary significantly among budget-friendly options, from Columbia Basin College's 27.7% to Green River College's 41.2%. Renton Technical College achieves the highest rate at 55% while maintaining the lowest cost, making it an outlier for both affordability and completion success.

Is attending a four-year university worth the extra cost for this major?

Central Washington University costs $14,715 with a 49.9% graduation rate, while Western Washington University charges $18,680 with a 65.5% graduation rate. Both offer bachelor's degrees that may provide more advancement opportunities than associate programs, but at nearly triple the cost of community college options.

Where can students find the best value among community colleges?

Green River College in Auburn offers strong value with a $12,447 net price and 41.2% graduation rate, the highest among community colleges in this field. Highline College follows closely with $10,878 cost and 38.6% graduation rate, providing quality education at a lower price point.

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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.