Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Welcome to Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech), the only public institute of technology in Washington state. We offer eight applied bachelor’s degrees, 43 associate degrees and 91 professional certificates in 42 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

At LWTech, our programs transfer. All of our associate degree programs have public articulation and transfer opportunities to colleges such as Central Washington University (CWU) and Western Governor’s University. We’re also affordable. Two years full-time (12 credits per quarter) at LWTech is approximately $8,000, as compared to some four-year public universities that are up to $24,000 for two years of full-time study.

Over the past 60-plus years, we’ve learned that our students have a better experience and perform better when they feel supported, not only by our faculty and staff, but also by our industry partners who support our students through internships, curriculum support, and equipment donations. Another way we support our students is by providing many support services, many of which are free of charge.

Located just outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers eight applied bachelor’s degrees, 43 associate degrees and 91 professional certificates in 42 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

Academic advising is a critical component to your college experience. Advising is an interactive process between you and your Student Success Navigator/Advisor to ensure student success through proactive support and guidance during your time at LWTech. The Lake Washington Institute of Technology Academic Support Center offers group classes and individualized instruction for current and new students.

We are so glad you are here. Taking classes at LWTech means you are setting yourself on a path to the career you want today and the one you want tomorrow. While you are here, the Student Services division is available to support your journey from entry to exit. We have designed our support services to make sure you accomplish your educational goals and invite you to take advantage of as many as possible.

The Admissions and Outreach team is responsible for making sure you have the information you need to decide if LWTech is the right place for you. We provide weekly information sessions, individual and group tours upon request, an annual open house, and regular information sessions about our selective programs. We also determine residency based on state guidelines.

The Enrollment Services team ensures your records are accurate and confidential. We process your registration and graduation paperwork, provide entry assessment testing, maintain all student archive records, and provide your transcripts upon request.

The Student Development team provides support services to make sure you are successful at LWTech. We provide academic advising and disability accommodations. This is also the office that manages our student conduct process. The WorkForce Development team provides wrap around support and grant funding for eligible students. We support low income students, unemployed and veteran students, and TANF and food stamp recipients. We also manage the college’s employment resources center.

There are many ways to be involved in student life at Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech). The campus is open to students, faculty, staff and community members. Visitors and students can take advantage of the campus amenities, resources and services available to them. As a student you can explore being a student government officer, join or start a student club, or volunteering with academic programs, all pathways to campus life involvement. Be sure to explore campus life on the website an to check out all the campus life resources and amenities available to you.

Enrolling and registering at Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) is easy. LWTech offers open enrollment for most programs, except for our Applied Bachelor’s programs, and some of our Health Sciences programs. Admission is free, except for ourApplied Bachelor’s programs. Interested students will receive residency determinations and transcript evaluations in two weeks or less, along with a free placement evaluation.

With over 40 areas of study, students can earn associate and applied bachelor degrees in a variety of academic fields, as well as getting a High School Diploma and Intensive English training. We invite you to learn about our applied bachelor degrees, associate degrees, transfer agreements, Intensive English Program, High School Completion. All of our associate degrees transfer to a bachelor’s degree program, here or at another 4-year college/university.

LWTech directly serves the communities of Kirkland, Redmond, Bellevue, Kenmore, Mercer Island, Bothell, Woodinville, Carnation, Duvall, North Bend, Fall City, Sammamish, Issaquah, Snoqualmie, Skykomish, Clyde Hill, and Medina. LWTech also serves students from outside our service area, as well as students from around the world.

LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo.

The surrounding area offers numerous outdoor recreational opportunities and a wealth of diverse arts, entertainment and cultural attractions. Kirkland and Redmond are located just a few miles east of Seattle, and less than an hour from the foothills of the Cascade Mountains.