C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
77/100 · earnings-weighted

DigiPen Institute of Technology

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Redmond, Washington 98052
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 52%
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
F
17/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
B+
81/100
Prestige
D
34/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,100
Total Enrollment
52%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
68%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at DigiPen Institute of Technology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$79,878
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$58,771
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
61%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,297
Average SAT
28
Median ACT
22.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 34% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 89th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (WA wage index 1.18). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at DigiPen Institute of Technology

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer Programming$102,580$137,503+65%#1 of 30#1$27,000
Computer Software and Media Applications$81,885$122,375+108%#3 of 54#3$26,924
Computer Engineering$101,832—————
Human Computer Interaction$50,265$87,243+73%#3 of 5#3$27,000
Graphic Communications$37,605$45,571+5%#24 of 59#36$27,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The DigiPen Institute of Technology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,315,432
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,653/mo — vs ~$1,028/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98008 (2.4% cap, Bellevue)

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🏆 Where DigiPen Institute of Technology Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#11
Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation
of 14 schools
#22
Human Computer Interaction
of 23 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $37,200 $37,200
Room $9,250
Total Cost (On-Campus) $59,292 $59,292

Financial Aid

78%
Receive Any Aid
23%
Receive Pell Grants
55%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,100
Total Students
31%
Women
83%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 53%
Hispanic 10%
Black 3%
Asian 11%
Two or More 9%
Non-Resident 12%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 62%
Hybrid (Some Online) 38%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 83%
25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at DigiPen Institute of Technology?
DigiPen Institute of Technology has an acceptance rate of 68%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend DigiPen Institute of Technology?
Tuition at DigiPen Institute of Technology is $37,200 for in-state students and $37,200 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at DigiPen Institute of Technology?
The graduation rate at DigiPen Institute of Technology is 52%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is DigiPen Institute of Technology a good school?
DigiPen Institute of Technology has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend DigiPen Institute of Technology?
DigiPen Institute of Technology has a total enrollment of 1,100 students. Most students (83%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology