Washington State  /  Financial aid

Paying for Washington State

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Washington State actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run Washington State's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$8,500/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$8,723/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$12,308/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$19,445/yr after aid
$110k+$24,472/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$33,876
In-state tuition$12,997
Out-of-state tuition$26,392
Room & board$13,131
Average net price$18,155
Students on aid83%
Financial needDoes not meet full need for everyone
International studentsLimited aid for international students, mostly merit

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