Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $12,817
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $42,171
- Average Net Price
- $10,017
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 40.2%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $15,948
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $15,948
- Books & Supplies
- $900
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $29,665
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $14,615
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $155/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 79.0%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 29.7%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 40.2%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $4,709 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $5,936 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $7,900 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $16,772 |
| $110,001+ | $22,095 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families at UW Tacoma pay far less than the sticker price suggests. Students from households earning under $30,000 pay just $4,709 annually after aid, while those from families making over $110,000 pay $22,095. The average student pays $10,017 per year. Over four years, total costs range from under $19,000 for low-income students to around $88,000 for wealthy families.
Most graduates leave with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $14,615 translates to monthly payments of $155, which represents less than 3% of typical graduate earnings of $78,466 ten years out. Nearly 98% of students come from Washington state, benefiting from in-state tuition rates. The school serves as an affordable pathway into the strong University of Washington system. Low-income students and Washington residents get the best financial deal here, with generous need-based aid keeping costs minimal for working families.
Most graduates leave with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $14,615 translates to monthly payments of $155, which represents less than 3% of typical graduate earnings of $78,466 ten years out. Nearly 98% of students come from Washington state, benefiting from in-state tuition rates. The school serves as an affordable pathway into the strong University of Washington system. Low-income students and Washington residents get the best financial deal here, with generous need-based aid keeping costs minimal for working families.
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