Cheapest Linguistic Colleges in Washington

University of Washington-Seattle Campus offers the state's most affordable linguistic studies program at just $13,485 net cost, despite sitting in one of America's most expensive cities. Washington's six linguistic programs show dramatic cost variation, with private options reaching $31,680. The state's tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft increasingly value multilingual talent for global expansion, making language expertise particularly marketable in Washington's employment market.

Programs

$13,485 – $31,680

Net Price Range

$27,012

Avg. Program Earnings

64.6%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services 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	Central Washington University Ellensburg, Washington	$14,715	$9,192	49.9%	93.5%
4	Western Washington University Bellingham, Washington	$18,680	$9,286	65.5%	92.7%
5	Seattle Pacific University Seattle, Washington	$24,820	$38,814	62.1%	90.7%
6	Great Northern University Spokane, Washington	$31,680	$17,700		85.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Washington-Seattle the best value for linguistic studies?

UW-Seattle combines the lowest net cost at $13,485 with the highest graduation rate at 83.70%. The program sits in Seattle's international business center, where graduates earn $25,426 annually while benefiting from proximity to global companies.

How much can Washington residents save on linguistic studies programs?

In-state students pay significantly less, with Central Washington University costing just $9,192 for residents versus $14,715 net cost. The Washington College Grant can cover full tuition at public colleges for qualifying students.

Where do linguistic studies graduates earn the most in Washington?

Western Washington University graduates earn $28,598 annually, the highest among programs with available data. This represents a $3,172 premium over UW-Seattle graduates, though students graduate with $19,798 in debt.

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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.