LAKE WASHINGTON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (LWIT)
- 11605 132nd Ave NE
- Kirkland, WA 98034
- OPEID College Code: 00537300
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- General Phone: (425) 739-8100
- President: Dr. Sharon Mcgavick
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 4,646
- College Alias: LWIT
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History
Lake Washington Institute of Technology, located in Kirkland, Washington, was founded in 1949 as a vocational school, when it was known as the Lake Washington Technical College. Originally the school only had a program for sewing, but over the years has added and expanded its programs. In 1991 LWIT became a degree granting technical college. In addition to the main campus, LWIT operates two satellite campuses in Redmond and Duvall.
Academics
LWIT offers certificate, associate's and bachelor's for a variety of majors and operates with the goal offering quality education to students in order to prepare them for their careers. Alongside degree programs, LWIT offers certificate programs to add additional skills for those already working and looking to increase marketability.
Programs of study include:
- Accounting
- Culinary Arts
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Massage Practitioner
- Applied Design
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in degree programs, or plan to enroll in more than 15 credits must submit an application. All students must be a high school graduate or equivalent or be 18 years of age or older. Program enrollment may be limited, and some programs may require additional application processes.
Financial aid is available and interested students should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and visit the financial aid website for helpful tips and resources.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.lwtech.edu
- Mission Statement
- To prepare students for today's careers & tomorrow's opportunities.
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
- Admission Links
- Admissions: http:
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: LWIT Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 35%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 13% | 26% | 28% | 5% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,174 | $3,704 | $2,072 | $1,040 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 11.3% | 7.3% | 8.4% |
| Number in Default | 31 | 21 | 24 |
| Number in Repayment | 272 | 285 | 284 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $2,922 | $2,784 | $2,784 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,922 | $2,784 | $2,784 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $8,056 | $2,784 | $2,784 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,242 | $1,182 | $1,095 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,880 | $6,312 | $6,312 |
| Other Expenses | $3,750 | $3,651 | $3,528 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,384 | $3,651 | $3,402 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $4,164 | $3,966 | $3,879 |
| In-State | $4,164 | $3,966 | $3,879 |
| Out of State | $9,298 | $3,966 | $3,879 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $16,794 | $13,929 | $13,719 |
| In-State | $16,794 | $13,929 | $13,719 |
| Out of State | $21,928 | $13,929 | $13,719 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $7,548 | $7,266 | $7,281 |
| In-State | $7,548 | $7,266 | $7,281 |
| Out of State | $12,682 | $7,266 | $7,281 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 4,646 Undergraduate: 4,646
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,198 Female: 2,448
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,198 Female: 2,448
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,978 Part-Time: 2,668
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,978 Part-Time: 2,668
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 100 | 2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 767 | 17% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 130 | 3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 519 | 11% |
| Ages 20-21 | 426 | 9% |
| Ages 22-24 | 512 | 11% |
| Ages 25-29 | 768 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 704 | 15% |
| Ages 35-39 | 538 | 12% |
| Ages 40-49 | 550 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 293 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 19 | 0.4% |
| Age Unknown | 187 | 4% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 422 | 224 | 198 |
| Faculty Status | 253 | 73 | 180 |
| Tenured Faculty | 28 | 28 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 253 | 73 | 180 |
| Primarily Instruction | 253 | 73 | 180 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 40 | 37 | 3 |
| Other Professionals | 29 | 27 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 100 | 87 | 13 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 65 | 54 | 11 |
| Skilled Crafts | 11 | 11 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 19 | 17 | 2 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $53,361 (73) | $53,840 (35) | $52,919 (38) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $53,361 (73) | $53,840 (35) | $52,919 (38) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 61%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 53%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 11% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 8% |
| Female | 16% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | - |
| Asian | 10% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 12% |
| Unknown | 7% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 2 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 3 | - |
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