B
Good
Score: 62/100

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus

4-Year Public
📍 Tacoma, Washington 98402
Outcomes
B+
74/100
Affordability
B
67/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
B+
81/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Quick Stats

4,777
Total Enrollment
62%
Graduation Rate
78%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
$11,290
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Washington-Tacoma Campus

34% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,629 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$424,775
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,763
1-Year Change
-3.6%
For parents & investors

The University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $424,775
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,763/mo — vs ~$1,120/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98404 (3.6% cap, Tacoma)

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🏆 Where University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Ranks

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

#8
Criminal Justice/Police Science
of 100 schools
#10
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
of 100 schools
#11
Urban Studies/Affairs
of 15 schools
#13
Social Sciences, Other
of 22 schools
#14
Health Services Administration
of 30 schools
#18
Legal Studies
of 42 schools
#26
Biomedical Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#30
Information Technology
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $11,524 $40,878
Room $10,083
Total Cost (On-Campus) $33,247 $62,601

Financial Aid

85%
Receive Any Aid
42%
Receive Pell Grants
27%
Take Out Loans
$11,290
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,709
$30,001 - $48,000$5,936
$48,001 - $75,000$7,900
$75,001 - $110,000$16,772
$110,001+$22,095

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Computer and Information Sciences, General 232 grads/yr Psychology, General 157 grads/yr Information Technology 140 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 129 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 122 grads/yr Biomedical Sciences, General 102 grads/yr Social Work 93 grads/yr Accounting 73 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 61 grads/yr Mass Communication/Media Studies 51 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 47 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 43 grads/yr Finance, General 42 grads/yr Urban Studies/Affairs 37 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 37 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 31 grads/yr Legal Studies 27 grads/yr Social Sciences, Other 26 grads/yr Health Services Administration 25 grads/yr Electrical and Electronics Engineering 25 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Washington-Tacoma Campus's top programs commonly pursue.

Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Computer occupations, all other
$109k/yr 472,000 jobs
Database administrators
$105k/yr 78,000 jobs
Computer systems analysts
$104k/yr 521,100 jobs
Software quality assurance analysts and testers
$103k/yr 201,700 jobs

Student Demographics

4,777
Total Students
50%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)
34%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 35%
Hispanic 15%
Black 11%
Asian 22%
Two or More 9%
Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 23%
Off-Campus (Renters) 34%
With Family 43%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,629 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 62%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 6%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus?
University of Washington-Tacoma Campus has an acceptance rate of 83%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Washington-Tacoma Campus?
Tuition at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus is $11,524 for in-state students and $40,878 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,290.
What is the graduation rate at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus?
The graduation rate at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus is 62%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is University of Washington-Tacoma Campus a good school?
University of Washington-Tacoma Campus has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Washington-Tacoma Campus?
University of Washington-Tacoma Campus has a total enrollment of 4,777 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of Washington-Tacoma Campus?
Yes! Approximately 34% of students at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,629 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Tacoma area.

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