Cheapest Sociology Colleges in Washington

Eastern Washington University stands out with sociology graduates paying just $13,091 annually, making it the most affordable option among Washington's 13 programs. The state's public universities dominate the lower cost brackets, with five schools under $19,000, while private institutions push costs above $21,000. This cost advantage matters particularly in Washington, where sociology graduates often pursue careers with organizations like Boeing's employee relations teams or Seattle's extensive nonprofit sector supporting the region's growing tech workforce. University of Washington-Seattle graduates command the highest starting salaries at $36,968, nearly $10,000 above the state average, reflecting the strong job market in the metropolitan area.

Programs

$13,091 – $38,920

Net Price Range

$31,566

Avg. Program Earnings

67.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

13 Sociology 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	Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, Washington	$21,370	$50,964	71.0%	88.9%
7	Walla Walla University College Place, Washington	$23,992	$33,027	64.2%
8	Seattle Pacific University Seattle, Washington	$24,820	$38,814	62.1%	90.7%
9	Whitworth University Spokane, Washington	$25,884	$50,920	68.4%	90.5%
10	Seattle University Seattle, Washington	$34,802	$54,285	73.3%	85.2%
11	Whitman College Walla Walla, Washington	$35,506	$61,492	81.0%	47.7%
12	Gonzaga University Spokane, Washington	$36,371	$53,500	86.9%	69.7%
13	University of Puget Sound Tacoma, Washington	$38,920	$59,900	67.9%	82.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Eastern Washington University the cheapest sociology program?

Eastern Washington University charges just $13,091 in net costs, with in-state students paying only $8,353 annually. The school maintains a 96.12% acceptance rate while producing graduates who earn $30,409 starting salaries.

How much do private sociology programs cost compared to public ones?

Private sociology programs in Washington range from $21,370 to $38,920, while public options stay between $13,091 and $18,680. The most expensive private program costs nearly three times more than the cheapest public option.

Do University of Washington sociology graduates earn significantly more?

UW-Seattle sociology graduates earn $36,968 annually, the highest in the state and $6,559 above Central Washington University's $36,308. This reflects Seattle's strong job market and the university's 83.70% graduation rate.

Is the Washington College Grant helpful for sociology students?

The Washington College Grant covers full tuition at public colleges for qualifying students, making programs like Eastern Washington University and Central Washington University extremely affordable. This explains why public programs dominate the lower cost brackets, with net costs under $19,000.

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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.