Best colleges for Marketing in Washington
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Washington-Seattle Campus, Washington State University and Seattle University are the top bachelor's Marketing programs in Washington by graduate earnings. University of Washington-Seattle Campus leads with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $51,530, College Scorecard. Washington State University, University of Washington-Seattle Campus and Bellevue College award the most Marketing degrees in Washington: 310, 107 and 99 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 24 Washington colleges offer Marketing and award 1,012 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Marketing program focuses on the principles and practices involved in promoting products and services. It is designed for students interested in understanding market dynamics, consumer behavior, and strategic communication. This…
Top 6 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle Public · Bachelor's degree | $51,530 | 107 | 85% | — | $15,171 |
| 2 | Washington State University Pullman Public · Bachelor's degree | $47,051 | 310 | 60% | — | $19,949 |
| 3 | Seattle University Seattle Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $44,714 | 42 | 76% | $31,900 | $20,750 |
| 4 | Western Washington University Bellingham Public · Bachelor's degree | $43,375 | 98 | 65% | — | $17,498 |
| 5 | Eastern Washington University Cheney Public · Bachelor's degree | $42,196 | 50 | 43% | — | $20,416 |
| 6 | Whitworth University Spokane Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $42,445 | 10 | 71% | $23,510 | $26,610 |
Top certificate or associate program
Shorter credentials, ranked separately so they are not compared with four-year degrees. Ranked by median earnings one year after completion (often called starting salary), College Scorecard.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spokane Falls Community College Spokane Public · Associate degree | $44,748 | 37 | 32% | — | $19,652 |
Colleges awarding the most Marketing degrees in Washington
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington State University Pullman Public | 310 | $47,051 |
| 2 | University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle Public | 107 | $51,530* |
| 3 | Bellevue College Bellevue Public | 99 | Not reported |
| 4 | Western Washington University Bellingham Public | 98 | $43,375 |
| 5 | University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell Public | 62 | $51,530* |
| 6 | Green River College Auburn Public | 52 | Not reported |
| 7 | Eastern Washington University Cheney Public | 50 | $42,196 |
| 8 | University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma Public | 49 | $51,530* |
| 9 | Seattle University Seattle Private not-for-profit | 42 | $44,714 |
| 10 | Bellingham Technical College Bellingham Public | 32 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 14 Washington colleges offering Marketing
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane Falls Community College | Spokane | Public | 37 |
| Skagit Valley College | Mount Vernon | Public | 15 |
| Shoreline College | Shoreline | Public | 10 |
| Whitworth University | Spokane | Private not-for-profit | 10 |
| Walla Walla University | College Place | Private not-for-profit | 8 |
| Northwest University | Kirkland | Private not-for-profit | 7 |
| Spokane Community College | Spokane | Public | 5 |
| Pierce College District | Lakewood | Public | 4 |
| Columbia Basin College | Pasco | Public | 3 |
| Edmonds College | Lynnwood | Public | 3 |
| Seattle Central College | Seattle | Public | 3 |
| Walla Walla Community College | Walla Walla | Public | 3 |
| Highline College | Des Moines | Public | 2 |
| North Seattle College | Seattle | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Marketing Managers (SOC 11-2021).
Top skills
What Marketing Managers earn in Washington
Related careers
Common questions
Answers for students comparing Marketing programs in Washington.
Which Washington colleges award the most Marketing degrees?+
Washington State University (310 graduates a year), University of Washington-Seattle Campus (107 graduates a year) and Bellevue College (99 graduates a year) award the most Marketing degrees in Washington, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 24 Washington colleges offer Marketing.
What is the best college for Marketing in Washington?+
By graduate earnings, University of Washington-Seattle Campus leads among bachelor's Marketing programs in Washington, with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $51,530, College Scorecard. Washington State University and Seattle University follow. By degrees awarded, Washington State University is the largest, with 310 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25).
Which Marketing program in Washington has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Washington-Seattle Campus tops the list at $51,530. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Marketing Managers earn in Washington?+
The average annual wage for Marketing Managers in Washington is $185,590 (median $172,270), across about 8,880 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Marketing program?+
The Marketing program focuses on the principles and practices involved in promoting products and services. It is designed for students interested in understanding market dynamics, consumer behavior, and strategic communication. This…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, active listening, reading comprehension, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Marketing Managers?+
The national job outlook is about +6.6% growth with around 34,300 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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