Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Seattle, Washington |
| Online | seattleu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Seattle, Washington, Seattle University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 7,914 prospective students applied, and 6,587 were granted admission. Of those admitted 805 enrolled in the school. 5,630 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,420 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $47,565 plus fees of $825. Seattle U is ranked 122 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Ratings
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Seattle U is rated within the top 24% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Seattle University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#122 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#96 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Washington
#2 in Best Private Colleges in Washington
#285 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Washington
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1130/1330 |
| ACT | 24/30 |
| GPA | 3.63 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $55 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $825 |
| Room and Board | $12,780 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $65,970 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 27% |
| Health Professions | 13% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
| English and Literature | 5% |
| Psychology | 5% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=236595 IPEDS survey data for Seattle University.
Current students may use the Seattle University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.