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Public universities in Washington make physiology and pathology education remarkably accessible, with Eastern Washington University charging just $13,091 net price compared to Gonzaga's $36,371. The state's healthcare sector, bolstered by major medical systems like UW Medicine and Kaiser Permanente, creates steady demand for graduates who understand human biology at the cellular level. Earnings potential varies significantly across programs, from $17,624 to $26,997, reflecting different career paths within the field.
7
Programs
$13,091 – $36,371
Net Price Range
$23,455
Avg. Program Earnings
66.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,091 $8,353 47.2% 96.1%
2 $13,485 $12,643 83.7% 47.5%
3 $14,401 $12,997 61.6% 83.1%
4 $14,715 $9,192 49.9% 93.5%
5 $24,820 $38,814 62.1% 90.7%
6 $34,802 $54,285 73.3% 85.2%
7 $36,371 $53,500 86.9% 69.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Eastern Washington University costs $13,091 annually while Gonzaga reaches $36,371, a gap of over $23,000. Public universities benefit from state funding that keeps tuition lower, while private institutions rely on higher tuition to fund operations and smaller class sizes.

How do graduation rates compare across different price points?

Higher-priced programs generally show better completion rates, with Gonzaga achieving 86.90% graduation versus Eastern Washington's 47.20%. However, University of Washington Seattle breaks this pattern with an 83.70% graduation rate at just $13,485 net cost.

Does paying more guarantee higher earnings after graduation?

Central Washington University graduates earn $26,997 despite the program costing only $14,715. Meanwhile, Gonzaga graduates earn just $17,624 after paying $36,371, showing that program cost doesn't predict salary outcomes.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.