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Best Colleges in Kirkland, Washington
Top colleges in Kirkland ranked by national standing and graduate outcomes -- updated 2026.
Colleges listed: 3
Avg grad earnings: $53,499
Top Colleges in Kirkland
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Remaining schools are ordered by median graduate earnings.
| # | School | Grad Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northwest University #887 national | $54,914 |
| 2 | Lake Washington Institute of Technology #1000 national | $50,669 |
| 3 | Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education | $54,914 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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