Business programs across Washington's 16 ranked institutions produce graduates with median earnings of $68,350—$12,533 higher than the national average. Career earnings range from $57,897 to $78,892, demonstrating how program selection directly impacts long-term financial outcomes and management careers.
Leading the list is University Of Washington-Seattle Campus, achieving the highest program earnings at $81,994. The top three programs—University Of Washington-Seattle Campus, Seattle Pacific University ($79,563), and University Of Washington-Tacoma Campus ($75,661)—showcase how undergraduate business programs in Washington consistently outperform national benchmarks for graduate outcomes.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #21 | Olympic CollegePublic | Bremerton, WA | $60,256 Median Business Earnings | $4,214 | — | 31.0% |
| #22 | Yakima Valley CollegePublic | Yakima, WA | $59,398 Median Business Earnings | $10,543 | — | 29.3% |
| #23 | Northwest Indian CollegePublic | Bellingham, WA | $58,804 Median Business Earnings | $2,630 | — | 18.1% |
| #24 | North Seattle CollegePublic | Seattle, WA | $54,681 Median Business Earnings | $9,241 | — | 32.8% |
| #25 | Green River CollegePublic | Auburn, WA | $53,220 Median Business Earnings | $11,415 | — | 38.8% |
| #26 | Heritage UniversityPrivate | Toppenish, WA | $52,449 Median Business Earnings | $15,114 | — | 53.7% |
| #27 | Spokane, WA | $27,280 Median Business Earnings | $4,477 | — | 32.0% |
