The cost of attendance is the amount of money we estimate you will need for tuition, books, and living expenses for a nine-month academic year (October-June).
The costs reflected below are subject to change each academic year.
For detailed tuition rates, consult the tuition rates page.
Undergraduate - Resident
UW Tacoma Direct Costs
| Tuition and Fees* | $12,458 |
| On-Campus Housing (Room and Board) UW Tacoma does not require students to live on campus |
$14,220 |
Indirect Costs
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,388 |
| Transportation | $1,074 |
Total Indirect Cost: $4,362
*Tuition amount does not include New Student Enrollment and Orientation Fee (NSEOF) of $162.
Undergraduate - Non-Resident
UW Tacoma Direct Costs
| Tuition and Fees* | $40,956 |
| On-Campus Housing (Room and Board) UW Tacoma does not require students to live on campus |
$14,220 |
Indirect Costs
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,388 |
| Transportation | $1,074 |
Total Indirect Cost: $4,362
*Tuition amount does not include New Student Enrollment and Orientation Fee (NSEOF) of $162.
Graduate - Resident
UW Tacoma Direct Costs
| Tuition and Fees* | $18,273 |
| Room and Board (assumes commuter student) | $5,094 |
Indirect Costs
| Books and Supplies | $825 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,388 |
| Transportation | $1,074 |
Total Indirect Cost: $4,287
*Figure shown is for Graduate Tier I programs. Graduate tuition varies by program. Tuition amount does not include Enrollment Confirmation Deposit (ECD) for graduate students
Graduate - Non-Resident
UW Tacoma Direct Costs
| Tuition and Fees* | $31,746 |
| Room and Board (assumes commuter student) | $5,094 |
Indirect Costs
| Books and Supplies | $825 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,388 |
| Transportation | $1,074 |
Total Indirect Cost: $4,287
*Figure shown is for Graduate Tier I programs. Graduate tuition varies by program. Tuition amount does not include Enrollment Confirmation Deposit (ECD) for graduate students
Estimate Your Aid
The Net Price Calculator is a guide to assist you in financial planning for college. This calculator provides a preliminary estimate of federal, state and institutional aid eligibility.
Husky Promise
The Husky Promise is our guarantee to Pell eligible Washington state residents that we will not let their financial challenges stand in the way of achieving a UW degree. Eligible students will be awarded a variety of grants and scholarships to cover the full cost of tuition.
Resident / Non-Resident definitions: The University of Washington is a state-assisted institution, tuition rates are lower for Washington-resident students than for nonresidents, including both out-of-state and international students. Information about residency is provided on the Office Registrar website.
