Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Greensburg, Pennsylvania |
| Online | setonhill.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Seton Hill University, located in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, approximately 35 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, operates as a private Catholic liberal arts institution established by the Sisters of Charity in 1918. The 200-acre hilltop campus features a blend of historic Gothic architecture and modern facilities, including the JoAnne Woodyard Boyle Health Sciences Center and the Arts Center. The university maintains a liberal arts core while offering specialized programs in health sciences, visual and performing arts, and business, with particular recognition for its physician assistant and art therapy programs. Seton Hill provides traditional residence halls and suite-style housing options for undergraduate students, and competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Griffins, primarily in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Seton Hill University is rated within the lower 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Seton Hill University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#700 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#462 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#60 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#50 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#151 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1070/1270 |
| ACT | 21/27 |
| GPA | 3.74 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $550 |
| Room and Board | $13,778 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $58,892 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 26% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 9% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Human Services | 7% |
| Health Professions | 7% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025