Lake Washington Institute of Technology SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
With a 76% acceptance rate and low public tuition, your main task at LWTech is not chasing a narrow admissions edge. Focus on meeting program-specific requirements early, and treat SAT or ACT scores as optional evidence to submit only if they clearly strengthen your academic profile.
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Lake Washington Institute of Technology facts and stats
Lake Washington Institute of Technology enrolls 3,564 undergraduate students in a suburban campus setting. LWTech has an 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Its profile reflects a smaller public institute with a practical campus environment near the Seattle metro area.
Kirkland, WA

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Key Lake Washington Institute of Technology application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
June 15
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
March 15
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional LWTech, aim to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and the fall of senior year for retakes if a stronger score would help; a December retake should still arrive before the June 15 Regular Decision deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
LWTech is a public college with in-state tuition of $4,205 and out-of-state tuition of $10,271. To be considered for financial aid, submit the FAFSA by the March 15 priority deadline.

At Lake Washington Institute of Technology, out-of-state tuition is $10,271, while in-state tuition is $4,205. As a public college, LWTech’s net price can vary based on tuition category, course load, fees, and financial need. Students should compare the listed tuition with their expected aid eligibility to estimate what they may actually pay.
Student life at Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Student activities and organization details coming soon.
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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