Cheapest Management Information Systems and Services Colleges in Washington

Eastern Washington University offers the state's most affordable Management Information Systems program at $13,091 annually, while University of Puget Sound costs nearly three times more at $38,920. The earnings gap proves equally striking, with University of Washington graduates earning $66,821 compared to Eastern Washington's $41,725. Washington's concentration of tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft creates strong demand for MIS professionals who can bridge business operations and technology infrastructure.

Programs

$13,091 – $38,920

Net Price Range

$56,227

Avg. Program Earnings

62.6%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Management Information Systems and Services Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Eastern Washington University Cheney, Washington	$13,091	$8,353	47.2%	96.1%
2	University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, Washington	$13,485	$12,643	83.7%	47.5%
3	Washington State University Pullman, Washington	$14,401	$12,997	61.6%	83.1%
4	Central Washington University Ellensburg, Washington	$14,715	$9,192	49.9%	93.5%
5	Western Washington University Bellingham, Washington	$18,680	$9,286	65.5%	92.7%
6	University of Puget Sound Tacoma, Washington	$38,920	$59,900	67.9%	82.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Eastern Washington University charges $13,091 while University of Puget Sound costs $38,920, reflecting the public versus private divide. Public institutions receive state funding that keeps costs lower, with in-state tuition at Eastern Washington just $8,353 compared to Puget Sound's $59,900 sticker price.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Washington?

University of Washington leads with an 83.70% graduation rate despite charging only $13,485, proving cost doesn't determine success. Eastern Washington has the lowest rate at 47.20%, while the expensive University of Puget Sound graduates 67.90% of students.

Does attending University of Washington justify the similar cost to other public options?

University of Washington graduates earn $66,821, significantly higher than the $41,725 from Eastern Washington despite similar net costs around $13,000. The Seattle campus provides direct access to major tech employers, translating into better salary outcomes for MIS graduates.

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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.