by our College Data Analytics TeamIs North Seattle worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
North Seattle is ranked #293 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A+ (top 1% for value). Within Washington, it ranks #15 of 65 for value.
Among the majors North Seattle offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Computer Science / Programming | #1 of 9 |
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping | #5 of 47 |
| International Business/Trade/Commerce | #9 of 106 |
| International Business | #9 of 106 |
| Accounting | #29 of 708 |
| Early Childhood Education | #34 of 446 |
| Information Systems | #39 of 927 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | #44 of 789 |
| Education | #57 of 960 |
| Business, Management & Marketing | #87 of 1,477 |
Below is the detailed North Seattle value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
North Seattle College is ranked #21 out of #68 in Washington for quality and #15 out of #65 for Washington value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the North Seattle financial aid page to be sure.
North Seattle College is ranked #293 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, North Seattle College is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at North Seattle costs about $13,941. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $55,765 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $19,392 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $10,740 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $13,941 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $55,765 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the North Seattle net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What North Seattle costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a North Seattle degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $77,568 | — | — |
| All Students | $55,765 | #293 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $42,960 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $77,568 | — | — |
| All Students | $55,765 | #15 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $42,960 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at North Seattle shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $7,776 |
| $30K–$48K | $7,002 |
| $48K–$75K | $9,872 |
| $75K–$110K | $14,819 |
| Over $110K | $16,377 |
About 63% of North Seattle undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,201 per year. Get more details on the North Seattle financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the North Seattle net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.