Colleges in Washington State: Tell Me More?

Hey peeps! I’m a high school junior narrowing my focus onto colleges in the Washington State. I'd really appreciate it if anyone could share a source with all colleges - private, public, big, small - listed in Washington State.

Sure! In Washington State, you'll find a combination of public and private institutions that cater to various student preferences in terms of size, location, and programs offered. As you mentioned both large and small colleges, let’s classify them accordingly.

Big public universities include the University of Washington (with its main campus in Seattle and branch campuses in Bothell and Tacoma) and Washington State University (with its main campus in Pullman and branch campuses in Spokane, Vancouver, Tri-Cities, and Everett). These institutions are known for having a diverse range of majors, rigorous academic offerings, and exciting research opportunities.

Smaller public colleges include The Evergreen State College, Eastern Washington University, Central Washington University, and Western Washington University. These schools often offer a more intimate, close-knit learning environment and tend to be located in smaller towns.

In terms of private institutions, you might consider Seattle University or Gonzaga University for more traditional, comprehensive programs, or Whitman College and the University of Puget Sound, which offer a more liberal arts focused curriculum.

There are also technical, military, and specialized schools like Tacoma Community College. There is indeed a wide variety depending on your interests and career aspirations.

For a complete list of colleges in Washington, I'd check out CollegeVine's school search engine, which allows you to filter colleges by state: https://www.collegevine.com/schools/hub/all/. Do remember, while starting off with a big list is helpful, you'd ideally want to narrow down your selection based on specific factors including major offerings, campus culture, location, size, cost, and financial aid opportunities. Luckily, this engine also allows you to filter along those dimensions, so it could be an invaluable resource for you as you build out your list.

Good luck with your college search!