Cheapest Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions Colleges in Washington

Washington's public colleges keep mental health training affordable while the state faces growing demand for behavioral health workers. Lake Washington Institute of Technology leads at just $5,886 net cost, while Western Washington University charges nearly triple that at $18,680. The Washington College Grant helps bridge funding gaps as healthcare systems across the Puget Sound region actively recruit counselors and social workers to address rising mental health needs.

Programs

$5,886 – $18,680

Net Price Range

$32,916

Avg. Program Earnings

46.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Lake Washington Institute of Technology Kirkland, Washington	$5,886	$5,156	39.8%
2	Seattle Central College Seattle, Washington	$6,329	$4,865	31.4%
3	Eastern Washington University Cheney, Washington	$13,091	$8,353	47.2%	96.1%
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%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Lake Washington Institute of Technology the most affordable option?

Lake Washington Institute charges $5,886 net cost annually, over $2,400 less than the next cheapest program at Seattle Central College. The technical college model focuses on career-ready training, though graduation rates remain lower at 39.80% compared to four-year universities.

How do graduation rates compare across these affordable programs?

Western Washington University leads with 65.50% graduation rates despite being the most expensive at $18,680 net cost. Eastern Washington and Central Washington universities both exceed 47% graduation rates while maintaining moderate costs under $15,000.

Does the Washington College Grant cover full tuition at these schools?

The grant covers complete tuition at all five schools since in-state costs range from $4,865 to $9,286 annually. Students qualifying for the grant pay only fees, books, and living expenses, making mental health programs highly accessible statewide.

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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.