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$5,156Tuition
2,179Students
40%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$50,669Earnings
#14 in WashingtonPublic4-yearData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$5,156
Out-of-State Tuition
$11,017
Average Net Price
$5,886
Students Receiving Financial Aid
12.0%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$12,366
Books & Supplies
$1,221
Median Debt at Graduation
$15,047
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$160/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
51.2%
Students Taking Federal Loans
4.5%
Pell Grant Recipients
12.0%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $4,219
$30,001 – $48,000 $3,827
$48,001 – $75,000 $8,977
$75,001 – $110,000 $10,820
$110,001+ $15,351

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Cost Overview

Most families pay far less than the $5,156 sticker price at this technical college. Low-income students (under $30K) pay just $4,219 annually, while those earning $30-48K pay even less at $3,827. Higher earners face steeper costs, with families making over $110K paying $15,351 per year. Over four years, total costs range from roughly $15,300 to $61,400 depending on family income.

Graduates leave with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $15,047 translates to monthly payments around $160. That's reasonable given the strong job placement rate of 94.3% and median earnings hitting $50,669 within ten years. Students see quick returns on their investment, earning $49,811 just one year after graduation. Middle-class families earning $30-48K get the best financial deal here, paying the lowest net price while accessing career-focused training that leads to solid employment outcomes.

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