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Is UW Seattle a Good School for the Money?

Below Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$188,324 Avg Total Cost

University of Washington - Seattle Campus Value Report

What is an UW Seattle degree worth? College Factual's value analysis compares UW Seattle with other schools of similar quality to see if it's priced fairly.

Below Average Value Nationwide

Below Average National Value
Top 5% National Quality
Slightly Overpriced

University of Washington - Seattle Campus is ranked #1,516 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe University of Washington - Seattle Campus is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)

National Value Ranking  1516 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  32.35 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

That Degree May Cost You $188,324 in Total

The UW Seattle time to graduate is about 4.24 years and will cost an estimated $44,416 per year. This brings the total cost to 188,324.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$44,416
Average Years to Graduate4.24
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$188,324

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about UW Seattle cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$67,497 In-State With Aid
$214,459 Avg Cost No Aid
4.24 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to get a sense of how UW Seattle value for your educational dollar might vary.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$214,459#0F
All Students$188,324#1,516D
Only Students Receiving Aid$157,643#4A+
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$124,313#F
All Students$98,177#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$67,497#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Washington.

About 56% of UW Seattle students receive financial aid. Get more details on what UW Seattle financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average UW Seattle cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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