Cheapest Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies Colleges in Washington

Washington's public universities make Rhetoric and Composition studies surprisingly affordable, with University of Washington-Tacoma leading at just $10,017 net cost. The $28,903 gap between the cheapest public option and most expensive private program reflects stark pricing differences across the state's nine programs. Tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft increasingly value strong communication skills, creating solid career paths for writing graduates in Washington's knowledge economy.

Programs

$10,017 – $38,920

Net Price Range

$26,045

Avg. Program Earnings

66.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, Washington	$10,017	$12,817	62.3%	88.4%
2	Eastern Washington University Cheney, Washington	$13,091	$8,353	47.2%	96.1%
3	University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, Washington	$13,485	$12,643	83.7%	47.5%
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	Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, Washington	$21,370	$50,964	71.0%	88.9%
7	Seattle University Seattle, Washington	$34,802	$54,285	73.3%	85.2%
8	Whitman College Walla Walla, Washington	$35,506	$61,492	81.0%	47.7%
9	University of Puget Sound Tacoma, Washington	$38,920	$59,900	67.9%	82.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Washington-Tacoma the most affordable option?

UW-Tacoma costs just $10,017 after aid, nearly $3,000 less than the next cheapest public university. The campus maintains an 88.35% acceptance rate while offering access to the same University of Washington degree network that serves major regional employers.

How do graduation rates compare between public and private programs?

Private colleges show stronger completion rates, with Whitman College leading at 81% compared to Eastern Washington's 47.20%. However, the cost difference is substantial, as private programs average over $30,000 annually while public options range from $10,017 to $18,680.

Does the Washington College Grant help with these programs?

The grant covers full tuition at public universities for qualifying students, making programs like Eastern Washington ($8,353 in-state tuition) potentially free. This state aid significantly reduces the financial barrier for Washington residents pursuing writing studies.

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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.