Tuition and Fees

The HECB is directed by state law to recommend state tuition and fee policies to the Governor and Legislature.

The HECB conducts an annual survey of tuition and fee rates at public colleges and universities in all 50 states to determine how Washington tuition and fees compare both nationally and with other Western states. Tuition and fees at individual Washington institutions are contrasted with those at comparable or "peer" institutions nationwide.

2011-12 Resident Undergraduate Tuition and Fees*
Colleges and UniversitiesEstimated
Tuition and Fees
Research Universities
 University of Washington$10,223
 Washington State University$9,886
Comprehensive Universities
 Central Washington University$7,125
 Eastern Washington University$6,794
 The Evergreen State College$6,909
 Western Washington University$7,048
Community and Technical Colleges$3,542

*Includes tuition (operating and building fees) and services and activities fees.
Community and Technical college tuition rates are an average of all CTCs - based on a student taking 15 credit hours.

Tuition Rates at Public Colleges and Universities
 (Distribution of Academic Year Student Charges)
  2011-12 Tuition and Fees
Archives
  2010-11 Tuition and Fees
  2009-10 Tuition and Fees
  2008-09 Tuition and Fees

Related Reports
Tuition Policy Report (January 2010)
Tuition-setting Authority for Public Colleges and Universities (January 2002)

Resources
Key Facts about Higher Education in Washington (2009-10)

State Laws and Rules
State Statute - RCW 28B.15

For more information call:
Phone: 360.753.7870