collageThe 2021 tuition & fees of University of Washington-Seattle Campus (UW) are $11,745 for Washington residents and $39,114 for out-of-state students. The 2021 graduate school tuition & fees are $17,394 for Washington residents and $30,294 for others. 46% of enrolled undergraduate students have received grants or scholarship aid and the average grant amount is $13,194. After receiving the financial aid, the net price is $16,125 for Washington residents and $43,494 for out-of-state students including tuition, fees, books & supplies costs, and living costs. The tuition and fees are a little bit higher than the average amount of similar schools’ tuition ($32,257 – Public Research University (very high research activity)) based on out-of-state tuition rate. You can check the college costs – COA, 4 Years Costs, and Interactive Tuition Chart for UW.
For Graduate School, in-state tuition and fees are $17,394 and out-of-state tuition and fees are $30,294 for the academic year 2020-2021. The graduate 2021-2022 estimated tuition & fees at UW is $15,682 for Washington residents and $27,367 for out-of-state students. The graduate tuition has been decreased by -9.84% for Washington residents and decreased by -9.66% for out-of-state rates from the previous year. Its in-state graduate tuition and fees are higher than the average amount ($13,742) and its out-of-state graduate tuition and fees are a little bit higher than the average amount of similar schools’ tuition ($28,431 – Public Research University (very high research activity)).
| Year | In-State | Out-of-State | On Campus Room & Board, Other Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-2020 | $19,293 | $33,534 | $16,029 |
| 2020-2021 | $17,394 | $30,294 | $16,674 |
| Change % 2020-2021 | -9.84% | -9.66% | 4.02% |
| 2021-2022 | $15,682 | $27,367 | $17,345 |
***Updated with 2021 tuition data from NCES (National Center for Education Statistics) . The estimated 2021-2022 costs are based on the costs change rate of last year.
How Much is the tuition for 4 years at UW?
For the students who were admitted in Fall 2021, the estimated tuition for 4 years is $48,939 for Washington residents and $165,603 for out-of-state students. The estimation excludes the book, supplies, and living costs before receiving any financial aid. See the other tabs for estimating 4-year total costs of attendance and after financial aid. The next table shows the estimated 4-years tuition & fees for the next 5 admission years. The estimation is based on 4-years changes in tuition & fees at the school.
| Residency | Freshmen | Sophomore | Junior | Senior | 4 Years Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2025 (Admission Fall 2021) | In-State | $11,938 | $12,134 | $12,333 | $12,535 | $48,939 |
| Out-of-State | $40,008 | $40,922 | $41,858 | $42,814 | $165,603 | |
| Class of 2026 (Admission Fall 2022) | In-State | $12,134 | $12,333 | $12,535 | $12,741 | $49,743 |
| Out-of-State | $40,922 | $41,858 | $42,814 | $43,793 | $169,388 | |
| Class of 2027 (Admission Fall 2023) | In-State | $12,333 | $12,535 | $12,741 | $12,950 | $50,559 |
| Out-of-State | $41,858 | $42,814 | $43,793 | $44,794 | $173,259 | |
| Class of 2028 (Admission Fall 2024) | In-State | $12,535 | $12,741 | $12,950 | $13,163 | $51,389 |
| Out-of-State | $42,814 | $43,793 | $44,794 | $45,818 | $177,219 | |
| Class of 2029 (Admission Fall 2025) | In-State | $12,741 | $12,950 | $13,163 | $13,379 | $52,232 |
| Out-of-State | $43,793 | $44,794 | $45,818 | $46,865 | $181,270 |
Tuition
The Computer Science & Software Engineering master’s program (degree-seeking matriculated and non-matriculated) is a self-sustaining, fee-based program charged on a cost per credit basis. Tuition is the same regardless of citizenship status or Washington state residency. Payment is processed through UW Professional & Continuing Education, a part of the UW Continuum College.
To learn more about fee-based programs offered at the University of Washington, visit the UW fee-based programs Q&A.
Tuition rates
2022-23 academic year cost per credit is $866 USD.
The program curriculum requires students to complete 46-49 credits. Students’ total quarterly costs vary depending on the number of credits they enroll in.
Full-time students typically enroll in 10 credits per quarter and can complete the program in 1.5-2 years, and part-time students enroll in five credits per quarter and can complete the program in 3-4 years.
| Enrollment Type | Estimated tuition fees for one quarter | Estimated tuition fees for an academic year (autumn-spring) |
|---|---|---|
| Full time (10 credits) | $8,660 | $25,980 |
| Part time (5 credits) | $4,330 | $12,990 |
Note: Tuition costs in the table do not include additional fees or the cost of textbooks and materials. Tuition fees are subject to annual changes. This information is provided solely for estimating the cost of attendance.
Additional fees
In addition to tuition fees, students are responsible for paying additional UW required student fees at the beginning of each quarter, estimated at $500 per quarter. Fees are determined by campus: view UW Bothell student fees. Graduate students in our fee-based programs also pay a Professional & Continuing Education registration fee.
Course fees vary and are viewable in the students MyUW account, and do not include any costs for materials such as textbooks, additional course fees, or software.
Funding
Financial aid
Matriculated students, based on financial status, may be eligible for Department of Education Loans, and are encouraged to fill out the Free Application for Student Financial Aid (FAFSA) as early as possible. For information on financial aid and a link to the FAFSA visit the UW Bothell Office of Financial Aid & Scholarship.
Students in all fee-based programs are ineligible for the state employee tuition exemption, employee institutional tuition waivers or the UW Undergraduate/Graduate University Grant programs, including the Husky Promise program.
Scholarships and funding opportunities
Graduate scholarships and grant opportunities can be quite competitive and students are encouraged to search widely for opportunities. UW offers a variety of resources to help students get started:
- University of Washington Libraries Grants and Funding Information Service (GFIS) works with current and newly admitted UW graduate students to help identify and locate funding opportunities for graduate school related expenses. GFIS also provides specialized search services for funding opportunities for international students.
- UW Bothell Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships Resources guide students to explore UW Bothell scholarship, external scholarships, and UW Bothell Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards.
- UW HuskyHires on-campus employment opportunities are available for current students (international students should view on-campus job details from the UW Bothell International Student Services).
Research and teaching assitant (RA/TA) opportunities for current students
Graduate students in a degree program may be able to work as a research or teaching assistant. There are a limited number of opportunities available every year based on faculty research funding. All available opportunities are communicated to current students and incoming students who have paid the enrollment confirmation deposit as opportunities arise.
Employer educational assistance
Some employers will cover all or part of the cost of a professional education. Check with your employer to see if they offer educational assistance.
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