by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee figures for University of Washington-Tacoma Campus, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
Most-recent in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus were $13,168 per year. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $43,404. In-state students receive a meaningful discount here.
The fees portion of those totals totaled $1,299 in-state and $1,299 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,869 | $42,105 |
| Fees | $1,299 | $1,299 |
| Total | $13,168 | $43,404 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The totals here are the list price.
What does University of Washington-Tacoma Campus cost per credit hour part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For some context, here is how University of Washington-Tacoma Campus prices compare to peer schools. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In WA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Against the nationwide average, University of Washington-Tacoma Campus comes in higher than most schools.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Check the University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Financial Aid page to learn more.
Below is how tuition at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $10,927 | $38,757 |
| Two Years Ago | $11,189 | $39,687 |
| One Year Ago | $11,524 | $40,878 |
| Most Recent Year | $11,869 | $42,105 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at UW Tacoma has tracked over the reported years.
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition climbed 3.0%. Projecting that pace ahead one year puts tuition + fees around $44,706 in the following year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional information.
Over the reported years, in-state tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 2.59%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $13,508. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 2.74%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $44,592.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $13,508 | $44,592 |
| In 2 Years | $13,857 | $45,812 |
| In 3 Years | $14,215 | $47,066 |
| In 4 Years | $14,583 | $48,354 |
| In 5 Years | $14,960 | $49,677 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — four years of out-of-state cost at this pace comes to around $185,824, compared with about $56,163 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
For more on the aid available at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus, visit the University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Financial Aid page.
