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Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington

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The endowment per student is an overall measurement of the financial strength of an institution. In general, colleges and universities with the largest endowments per student -- money or assets under their control that fund operations -- tend to offer more financial aid to more students.

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Rank	Institution	Endowment per Student	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Whitman College	495156	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Endowment per Student $495,156 13.0% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
2	University of Puget Sound	264205	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $264,205 22.9% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
3	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	105528	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Endowment per Student $105,528 5.2% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
4	Whitworth University	77956	86.77	1,100 – 1,340	27491	49510	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 77% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. Endowment per Student $77,956 13.1% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
5	Gonzaga University	66181	81.69	1,220 – 1,390	40295	66525	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Gonzaga University Spokane, WA Named after the Jesuit Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Gonzaga University sits on a 152-acre campus alongside the Spokane River. The school has a first year retention rate of 93%. 85% will graduate within six years. Part of the West Coast Conference, top sports include Basketball, Baseball, and Soccer. Endowment per Student $66,181 0.6% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $40,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,525
6	Seattle Pacific University	56780	83.39	1,070 – 1,310	26155	51496	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Seattle Pacific University Seattle, WA The motto of Seattle Pacific University is “Engaging the Culture, Changing the World.” It’s a private institution, affiliated with the Free Methodist Church, offering 77 programs....Read more Endowment per Student $56,780 12.8% Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,496
7	Seattle University	53206	77.03	1,150 – 1,370	37103	64656	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $53,206 8.2% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
8	Washington State University	53146	87.97	1,020 – 1,260	18155	53510	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Endowment per Student $53,146 14.3% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
9	Pacific Lutheran University	44040	78	1,070 – 1,290	23841	52212	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Endowment per Student $44,040 4.4% Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $23,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
10	Heritage University	42346	75.96	--	11934	47001	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Heritage University Toppenish, WA Located in Toppenish, Heritage University accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 84% and around 29% of......Read more Endowment per Student $42,346 14.1% Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,934 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,001
11	Walla Walla University	28956	60.4	1,050 – 1,270	26001	52840	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Walla Walla University College Place, WA Walla Walla University is fairly selective, and 30% of accepted students enroll. Students experience a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 84% return to the school after completing their first year. Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Endowment per Student $28,956 26.7% Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $26,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
12	Cornish College of the Arts	28411	70.46	--	40164	27580	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Cornish College of the Arts Seattle, WA Endowment per Student $28,411 5.3% Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $40,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,580
13	Saint Martin's University	26711	89.8	940 – 1,170	22779	57998	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Saint Martin's University Lacey, WA Located in Lacey, Saint Martin's University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 83% of students attending Saint Martin's University will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students......Read more Endowment per Student $26,711 9.9% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,998
14	Clark College	15703	90.25	--	11547	37411	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Clark College Vancouver, WA Endowment per Student $15,703 9.6% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
15	The Evergreen State College	10823	96.38	1,080 – 1,290	18480	34774	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington The Evergreen State College Olympia, WA Based in Olympia, The Evergreen State College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 31% of students will......Read more Endowment per Student $10,823 2.7% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,774
16	Northwest University	10806	80.97	1,020 – 1,320	25917	50495	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Northwest University Kirkland, WA Found in Kirkland, Northwest University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Northwest University will receive grant aid from the school. At Northwest University, there is a 83% first year......Read more Endowment per Student $10,806 8.8% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,495
17	Lower Columbia College	10741	0	--	10613	36296	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Lower Columbia College Longview, WA Endowment per Student $10,741 7.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,613 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,296
18	Grays Harbor College	10510	75.96	--	6475	33119	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Grays Harbor College Aberdeen, WA Located in Aberdeen, Grays Harbor College accepts 76% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of students attending Grays Harbor College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $10,510 1.1% Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,119
19	Centralia College	8948	90.25	--	12280	35989	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Centralia College Centralia, WA Endowment per Student $8,948 6.0% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,989
20	Western Washington University	8778	93.25	1,110 – 1,330	22096	45272	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Western Washington University Bellingham, WA Located in Bellingham, Western Washington University accepts 93% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $8,778 22.5% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $22,096 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,272
21	South Seattle College	8373	64.99	--	8596	43070	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington South Seattle College Seattle, WA Endowment per Student $8,373 276.8% Acceptance Rate 65.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,070
22	Skagit Valley College	6362	76.05	--	8365	36892	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Skagit Valley College Mount Vernon, WA Endowment per Student $6,362 10.5% Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,365 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,892
23	Central Washington University	5070	90.61	950 – 1,170	15558	49398	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA Located in Ellensburg, Central Washington University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Central Washington University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $5,070 15.9% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,398
24	Wenatchee Valley College	4870	42.53	--	11977	37011	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Wenatchee Valley College Wenatchee, WA Endowment per Student $4,870 8.6% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,977 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,011
25	Peninsula College	4593	80.53	--	6525	58542	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Peninsula College Port Angeles, WA Endowment per Student $4,593 16.9% Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
26	Olympic College	4528	88.21	--	11105	34510	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Olympic College Bremerton, WA Endowment per Student $4,528 1.6% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,510
27	Columbia Basin College	4497	90.25	--	10348	38255	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Columbia Basin College Pasco, WA Based in Pasco, Columbia Basin College’s acceptance rate is 90% and charges $28 for undergraduate applications. About 29% of students attending Columbia Basin College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Endowment per Student $4,497 2.1% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,348 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,255
28	Yakima Valley College	4231	86.77	--	12326	35969	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Yakima Valley College Yakima, WA Endowment per Student $4,231 21.1% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,969
29	Green River College	4202	75.96	--	13621	43127	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Green River College Auburn, WA Endowment per Student $4,202 11.0% Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,127
30	Eastern Washington University	4194	94.37	990 – 1,120	13786	46469	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Found in Cheney, Eastern Washington University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of students attending Eastern Washington University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $4,194 8.4% Acceptance Rate 94.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $13,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,469
31	Whatcom Community College	3678	91.31	--	11629	38429	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Whatcom Community College Bellingham, WA Endowment per Student $3,678 17.7% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,429
32	Bellingham Technical College	3354	17.36	--	7517	43235	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Bellingham Technical College Bellingham, WA Endowment per Student $3,354 27.2% Acceptance Rate 17.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,235
33	City University of Seattle	3116	90.25	--	0	56195	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington City University of Seattle Seattle, WA Endowment per Student $3,116 508.6% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,195
34	Big Bend Community College	2441	17.36	--	12650	58542	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Big Bend Community College Moses Lake, WA Based in Moses Lake, Big Bend Community College accepted 17% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 32% of students attending Big Bend Community College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention......Read more Endowment per Student $2,441 25.6% Acceptance Rate 17.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
35	Spokane Community College	2305	76.05	--	6773	59213	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Spokane Community College Spokane, WA Endowment per Student $2,305 18.3% Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
36	North Seattle College	2169	75.96	--	10864	46383	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington North Seattle College Seattle, WA Endowment per Student $2,169 2.8% Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,383
37	Seattle Central College	2077	64.99	--	8093	39072	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Seattle Central College Seattle, WA Endowment per Student $2,077 3.3% Acceptance Rate 65.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,072
38	Renton Technical College	2001	76.28	--	7621	45679	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Renton Technical College Renton, WA Endowment per Student $2,001 107.1% Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,679
39	Cascadia College	1678	95.45	--	13863	44620	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Cascadia College Bothell, WA Endowment per Student $1,678 7.8% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,620
40	Bellevue College	1619	17.36	--	11926	47460	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Bellevue College Bellevue, WA Endowment per Student $1,619 12.0% Acceptance Rate 17.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,460
41	Spokane Falls Community College	1380	76.05	--	8679	34393	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Spokane Falls Community College Spokane, WA Endowment per Student $1,380 16.3% Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,393
42	Tacoma Community College	1239	76.05	--	10648	38790	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Tacoma Community College Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, Tacoma Community College’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Tacoma Community College, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 0% of......Read more Endowment per Student $1,239 0.4% Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,790
43	Everett Community College	936	91.77	--	13184	39316	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Everett Community College Everett, WA Found in Everett, Everett Community College’s acceptance rate is 92%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 19% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Everett Community College, there is a 46% first year retention rate and around 0%......Read more Endowment per Student $936 18.8% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,316
44	Clover Park Technical College	790	90.25	--	6216	36840	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Clover Park Technical College Lakewood, WA Endowment per Student $790 23.8% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,840
45	Edmonds College	789	91.77	--	14049	51736	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Edmonds College Lynnwood, WA Found in Lynnwood, Edmonds College accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 21% of students at Edmonds College will receive institutional grant aid. At Edmonds College, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Endowment per Student $789 3.1% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,049 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,736
46	Pierce College District	757	97.2	--	10851	39406	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Pierce College District Lakewood, WA Endowment per Student $757 1.3% Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,851 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,406
47	Walla Walla Community College	239	76.05	--	10645	37119	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Walla Walla Community College Walla Walla, WA Found in Walla Walla, Walla Walla Community College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 37% of students attending Walla Walla Community College will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their......Read more Endowment per Student $239 9.1% Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,119
48	Lake Washington Institute of Technology	217	75.96	--	8545	44895	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student in Washington Lake Washington Institute of Technology Kirkland, WA Endowment per Student $217 7.4% Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,895