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Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Kirkland, WA·Public·https://www.lwtech.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski TownVery Safe

Lake Washington Institute of Technology is a public college in Kirkland, WA. Ski resorts are within 40 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 98/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Lake Washington Institute of Technology is a public college in Kirkland, WA. Ski resorts are within 40 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 98/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,029
In-State Tuition
+$1,580 fees
$8,105
Out-of-State Tuition
+$2,041 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Suburban setting

Beach Access

103 miles

Kalaloch, WA

Weather

Warm Climate

49°F avg school-year

Ski Town

40 mi away
1,994 skiable acres20 lifts
Alpental

Washington

40 mi away
825 skiable acres5 lifts
Stevens Pass

Washington

50 mi away
1,125 skiable acres12 lifts

Nearest Beach

Kalaloch, WA

Ocean access within 103.3 miles

103 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Kirkland, WA

42°Jan43°Feb47°Mar51°Apr57°May61°Jun67°Jul67°Aug62°Sep54°Oct46°Nov42°Dec

Station: SEATTLE SAND POINT WEATHER FORECAST OFFICE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

98/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10010088
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
88/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,029$8,105
Fees
$1,580$2,041
Total
$4,609$10,146
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

75 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsCertificate
233 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
74 grads/yr$88,906
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
70 grads/yr
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
58 grads/yr
Accounting and Related ServicesCertificate
43 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's74 grads$88,906
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Bachelor's30 grads$85,286
Computer Programming
Associate's17 grads$71,717
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Associate's22 grads$60,997
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Associate's5 grads$57,595
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's35 grads$53,196
Precision Metal Working
Associate's28 grads$53,007
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's20 grads$46,096
Graphic Communications
Associate's27 grads$39,874
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Certificate233 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lake Washington Institute of Technology located?

Lake Washington Institute of Technology is located in Kirkland, WA. The main campus address is 11605 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Lake Washington Institute of Technology?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Lake Washington Institute of Technology charges $3,029/year for in-state students and $8,105/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $10,146/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Lake Washington Institute of Technology's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Lake Washington Institute of Technology the right fit for me?

Whether Lake Washington Institute of Technology is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,105/year out-of-state), campus culture in Kirkland, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Lake Washington Institute of Technology against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Lake Washington Institute of Technology directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Kirkland, WA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 49°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
98/100
Nearest Airport
Seattle, WA (BFI) · 14 mialso PAE (15 mi), SEA (19 mi)

Location

Kirkland, WA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.