Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Washington including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Washington-Seattle Campus | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (10,310) | ✔ |
| 2 | Whitman College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (886) | ✔ ($7,960) |
| 3 | Gonzaga University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,004) | ✔ ($6,860) |
| 4 | University of Washington-Bothell Campus | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (179) | ✔ |
| 5 | University of Washington-Tacoma Campus | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (300) | ✔ |
| 6 | Western Washington University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,196) | ✔ |
| 7 | Washington State University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (6,734) | ✔ ($4,450) |
| 8 | Seattle University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,448) | ✔ ($5,079) |
| 9 | Northwest University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (559) | ✔ |
| 10 | Seattle Pacific University | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,779) | ✔ ($6,507) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Washington including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Washington-Seattle Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 2 | Whitman College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | Gonzaga University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | University of Washington-Bothell Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 5 | University of Washington-Tacoma Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | Western Washington University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 7 | Washington State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 8 | Seattle University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | Northwest University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 10 | Seattle Pacific University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Washington. Among 10 best schools in Washington, 8 schools are NAA members, 7 schools are NCAA members, and 1 school is a member of NAIA.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Washington-Seattle Campus | NAA, NCAA | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | 12 athletic programs |
| 2 | Whitman College | NAA, NCAA | - | Northwest Conference | Northwest Conference | 8 athletic programs |
| 3 | Gonzaga University | NAA, NCAA | - | West Coast Conference | West Coast Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 4 | University of Washington-Bothell Campus | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 5 | University of Washington-Tacoma Campus | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 6 | Western Washington University | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Northwest Athletic Conference | - | 7 athletic programs |
| 7 | Washington State University | NAA, NCAA | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 8 | Seattle University | NAA, NCAA | - | Western Athletic Conference | Western Athletic Conference | 10 athletic programs |
| 9 | Northwest University | NAA, NAIA | - | - | 6 athletic programs | |
| 10 | Seattle Pacific University | NAA, NCAA | - | Great Northwest Athletic Conference | - | 6 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Washington including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Washington-Seattle Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 2 | Whitman College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | Gonzaga University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 4 | University of Washington-Bothell Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 | University of Washington-Tacoma Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | Western Washington University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | Washington State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 8 | Seattle University | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Northwest University | Assemblies of God Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | Seattle Pacific University | Free Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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**yearly costs