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$6,723Tuition
1,539Students
55%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$49,782Earnings
#5 in WashingtonPublic4-yearData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$6,723
Out-of-State Tuition
$7,257
Average Net Price
$5,051
Students Receiving Financial Aid
18.0%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$11,274
Books & Supplies
$942
Median Debt at Graduation
$7,920
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$84/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
53.2%
Students Taking Federal Loans
3.9%
Pell Grant Recipients
18.0%

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 $4,050
$30,001 – $48,000 $4,344
$48,001 – $75,000 $8,250
$75,001 – $110,000 $13,031
$110,001+ $13,962

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Cost Overview

Families at Renton Technical College typically pay $5,051 per year after aid, making a full program cost around $20,200. Low-income families pay just $4,050 annually, while those earning over $110,000 pay $13,962. The college serves a remarkably diverse student body, with roughly equal representation across white, Black, Hispanic, and Asian students. Only 18% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting many come from working families who don't qualify for federal aid but still need affordable training.

Graduates leave with a median debt of $7,920, translating to monthly payments of just $84. That's manageable against median earnings of $49,782 within ten years of graduation. The college boasts a 95.6% employment rate, reflecting strong demand for its technical programs in healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades. Working-class families get the best deal here, accessing career-focused training without the crushing debt typical of four-year universities.

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