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Heritage University

Toppenish, WA·Private nonprofit·782 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. financial aid brings net price below sticker; 63% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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782
Students
$11,893
Net Price
40%
Grad Rate
$36,800
Earnings
10 yr
$11,925
Debt

About This School

Heritage University is a private nonprofit institution located in Toppenish, Washington with approximately 782 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $11,893 per year. The graduation rate is 40%, and the typical graduate earns $36,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

Heritage University is a private university on the Yakama Indian Reservation in Toppenish, Washington, United States. It offers associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $11,893 average net price and low median debt of $11,925 make Heritage one of the more affordable private college options, which matters — especially for students from the Yakama Nation and surrounding communities it specifically serves. However, the 40% graduation rate and 58% freshman retention rate are real concerns, suggesting many students struggle to finish, and median earnings of $36,800 a decade out are modest. Worth considering if you need an affordable, mission-driven school close to home, but go in with a clear plan and strong support system to beat those completion odds.

Founded
1981
Setting
Fringe rural

Popular Programs

Education21%
Psychology17%
Health Professions8%
Biological Sciences7%
Business & Marketing7%
Visual & Performing Arts1%
Mathematics1%
Social Sciences0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$19,920
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,920
Avg Net Price
$11,893
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants63%
Median debt at graduation$11,925

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
40%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
58%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$11,925
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$11,925
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$31,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.1x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White8%
Black1%
Hispanic/Latino73%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (782 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Heritage University

3240 Fort Rd

Toppenish, WA 98948

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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