Best colleges for NAIA athletes in Washington
Colleges that compete in NAIA athletics, ranked by Compass Score.
Best colleges for NAIA athletes in Washington3 schools
3 schools qualify, ranked by the Compass Score.
How this list is made
- Schools in Washington.
- Accredited four-year undergraduate colleges.
- Competes in NAIA (the school's athletics association, from federal and association data).
- Each school needs a complete Compass Score, so every row shows a rating.
- Ordered by Compass Score, highest first. Schools with the same score share a rank.
Updated Oct. 20, 2026. Methodology. Spot an error? Send a correction.
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Walla Walla University
College Place, WA · Private nonprofit#6 in Washington
- NAIA athletics
- 60% graduate
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Northwest University
Kirkland, WA · Private nonprofitTop 20% for graduation
- NAIA athletics
- 71% graduate
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Compare cost and outcomes
| School | Net price a year | Median debt | Earnings 10 years out | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walla Walla University | About $23,000 | $26,842 | $61,885 | 60% |
| Northwest University | About $22,000 | $20,891 | $54,914 | 71% |
| The Evergreen State College | About $24,000 | $20,500 | $45,320 | 41% |
Net price is the average yearly cost after grants. Federal data (College Scorecard). “—” means the school reports no figure.