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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Lake Washington Institute of Technology - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security

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:

 

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
    Mission Statement
  • To prepare students for today's careers & tomorrow's opportunities.
Accreditation
  • 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
 
 
 
Lake Washington Institute of Technology Campus Map
 
    College Credits Accepted
  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit
    Applicant Considerations
  • Open Admission Policy
  • Accepts Any Student Who Applies
 
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
 
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
 LoanFederal GrantState/Local GrantInstitutional Grant
(%) of Students Receiving13%26%28%5%
Avg Amount Receiving$6,174$3,704$2,072$1,040
 
Federal Loan Default Rates
 200820072006
Default Rate (%)11.3%7.3%8.4%
Number in Default312124
Number in Repayment272285284
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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2009-102008-092007-08
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
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
 CertificateAssociateBachelor
Agriculture Operations
Floriculture, Floristry Operations and Management Degree5--
Horticulture Degree47-
 
Business and Marketing Studies
Administrative Assistant Degree34-
Bookkeeping Degree1420-
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services Degree2--
Human Resources Degree11--
Entrepreneurial Studies Degree1--
 
Communication Technology
Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degree-14-
 
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Graphics Degree1116-
Computer Programming Degree14-
Computer Systems Networking Degree1613-
Data Entry and Microcomputer Applications Degree256-
Web and Digital Design Degree79-
 
Education
Early Childhood Education Degree19-
 
Engineering Technology
Architectural Drafting Cad Degree112-
Cad Drafting and Design Degree413-
Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering Cad Degree45-
Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology Degree-2-
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting Cad Degree9--
 
Health and Clinical Professions
Dental Assistant Degree1226-
Dental Hygiene Degree-30-
Emergency Care Attendant Degree3--
Health Unit Coordinator Degree---
Licensed Practical Nurse Degree25--
Massage Therapy Degree---
Medical Insurance Coding Degree---
Medical Transcription Degree3--
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other Degree65-
Nursing Degree-73-
Occupational Therapist Assistant Degree---
Physical Therapist Assistant Degree---
Medical Assistant Degree47-
Nursing Assistant Degree30--
 
Legal Professions and Studies
Legal Administrative Assistant Degree33-
 
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Auto Mechanics Technology Degree317-
Autobody, Collision and Repair Technology Degree23-
Diesel Mechanics Degree111-
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Degree-4-
Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Degree21-
 
Personal and Culinary Services
Baking and Pastry Degree-5-
Cosmetology Degree7--
Culinary Arts Degree-6-
Esthetician Degree---
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, Other Degree---
 
Precision Production
Machine Tool Technology Degree-1-
Welding Technology Degree34-
 
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree1012-
 
 
    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
Student Race Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien1002%
American Indian--
Black--
Asian--
Hispanic--
White--
Unknown76717%
 
Student Age Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Age Under 181303%
Ages 18-1951911%
Ages 20-214269%
Ages 22-2451211%
Ages 25-2976817%
Ages 30-3470415%
Ages 35-3953812%
Ages 40-4955012%
Ages 50-652936%
Age Over 65190.4%
Age Unknown1874%
Employee Type Breakdown
 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees422224198
Faculty Status25373180
Tenured Faculty2828-
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service25373180
Primarily Instruction25373180
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial40373
Other Professionals29272
Technical and/or Paraprofessional1008713
Clerical And Secretarial655411
Skilled Crafts1111-
Service and/or Maintenance19172
 
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
 TotalMaleFemale
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%
Graduation Rates
 (%) of Entering Class
Overall
All Students11%
 
By Gender
Male8%
Female16%
 
By Race
Non-Resident Alien-
American Indian-
Black-
Asian10%
Hispanic-
White12%
Unknown7%
Crime Statistics
 2007-082006-07
Arrests
On Campus
Drug Related2-
 
Criminal Offenses
On Campus
Aggravated Assault-1
Burglary3-
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