Lake Washington Institute of Technology
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 2,179 students.
About This School
Lake Washington Institute of Technology is a public institution located in Kirkland, Washington with approximately 2,179 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,886 per year. The graduation rate is 40%, and the typical graduate earns $47,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
The Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) is a public community college in Kirkland, Washington. LWTech is a member of the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges and offers bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and professional certificates in more than 40 areas of study.
This is a strong option for students seeking affordable, career-focused training in the Pacific Northwest — at just $5,886/year average net price and only $10,356 in median debt at graduation, the financial picture is genuinely manageable. The 40% graduation rate is a real concern and worth asking about before enrolling, as it suggests many students don't finish. That said, graduates who do complete a program earn a median of $47,200 a decade out, which holds up reasonably well given the low cost of entry.
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Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,179 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
11605 132nd Ave NE
Kirkland, WA 98034-8506
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Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
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