Cost & Financial Planning
Cost & Financial Planning
Before starting college, it's important to understand the full cost and what resources are available to help you pay for it. This page includes links to tuition, fees, cost of attendance, and tools to help you make informed decisions.
Estimated Cost By Program
The Estimated Cost by Program webpage provides an estimate of cost by individual program of study, broken down by degree or certificate. All costs are estimated and are subject to change at any time.
- Estimates include tuition, fees, books & supplies, and other expected costs.
- Prerequisite courses are not included in program costs.
- Some programs require additional fees for liability insurance.
- Estimated costs are calculated for Washington residents and full-time student status.
- Different tuition rates apply for non-residents and international students.
Cost of Attendance (COA)
The Cost of Attendance (COA) includes tuition and fees plus other expenses like housing, food, books, supplies, transportation, and personal costs. It helps determine how much financial aid you may be eligible to receive and is used to measure financial need.
Even if you’re not applying for financial aid, the COA gives you a complete picture of the total estimated cost of attending college, beyond just tuition & fees, so you can plan your budget more effectively.
- At LWTech, the COA is calculated for a nine-month academic year (three quarters).
- Financial aid awards from all sources (grants, loans, scholarships, work-study, and others) cannot exceed your COA for the academic year.
Tuition & Fees Breakdown
Students are charged tuition and fees for each quarter they are enrolled in courses. Tuition rates at LWTech are set by the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges and varies based on residency, program type, and number of credits. On this page, you can find:
- Tuition cost by credit and residency status.
- Breakdown of mandatory campus fees (wellness, technology, S&A, etc)
- Self-pay payment options (credit card, in-person, by mail, payment plans)
- and more!
Payment Options & Resources
There are many ways to pay for college, including scholarships, grants, and financial aid. On this page, you’ll find helpful links and resources for current and future students to cover tuition, fees, books, supplies, and more.
Payment Options
Financial Aid Literacy
Learn how to cover college costs, build smart money habits, and prepare for your future. This page offers resources for budgeting, managing credit and debt, and understanding the implications of loan repayment.
Financial Aid Literacy
Required Disclosures
Lake Washington Institute of Technology follows federal and state requirements for financial aid disclosures. Students can find the required breakdown of tuition and the full cost of attendance through the links above. For more information, visit our Consumer Information page.