Heritage University
Toppenish, Washington 98948
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for psychology — close-knit campus
Heritage University is a private institution in Toppenish with particular strength in psychology and health sciences.
A small campus of 782 undergraduates with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
40% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,416 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,893.
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Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
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Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
68.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.7%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,925
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
5
Peer Average
3
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Burglary
Aggravated Assault
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Arson
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Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Retention Rate
58%
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Founded in 1907 by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary as Holy Names College in Spokane, Washington, the institution subsequently changed its name to Fort Wright College.
- •In 1982, Fort Wright College moved its administration to Toppenish and was renamed Heritage College, which operated there and in Omak, while maintaining the Spokane campus.
- •A fire which started on July 8, 2012, destroyed the university's oldest building, Petrie Hall.
Source: Wikipedia
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