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Colleges in Washington

100 colleges in 43 cities and 23 counties · Data as of 10/15/2026

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Colleges in Washington at a glance

  • Washington has 100 colleges, about 0.13 for every 10,000 residents.
  • Per person, that is 30% below the national rate (0.18 per 10,000).
  • The largest group is Public University (48%), ahead of Trade and Career School and Private College.
  • Seattle (15), Tacoma (8) and Spokane (5) have the most, 28% of the state total combined.

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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges are in Washington?
There are 100 colleges in Washington in our data as of 10/15/2026.
Which Washington cities have the most colleges?
Seattle (15), Tacoma (8), Spokane (5), Bellingham (4), Kirkland (3).