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Seattle University
Seattle, WAPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Less Selective • 77% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Seattle University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Seattle, WA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 4.1K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 77%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
4.1K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
77% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading620 - 710
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math580 - 720
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite23 - 30
1typical 50% range36
77%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Health Sciences25% of degrees
Business & Marketing18% of degrees
Biological Sciences8% of degrees
Social Sciences4% of degrees
Engineering4% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Computer Science.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $185,607
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $167,280
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Graduate/Professional Certificate
Earnings 4yr: $150,502
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $132,795
Earnings 5yr: $126,253
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $129,955
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $128,314
Earnings 5yr: $132,713
Debt: $24,980
Computer Science.
Credential: Graduate/Professional Certificate
Earnings 4yr: $118,536
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $111,410
Earnings 5yr: $102,211
Debt: $25,000
Law.
Credential: First Professional Degree
Earnings 4yr: $105,471
Earnings 5yr: $96,708
Debt: N/A
Business/Managerial Economics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $102,249
Earnings 5yr: $108,064
Debt: N/A
Finance and Financial Management Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $99,791
Earnings 5yr: $83,378
Debt: $24,000
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $97,466
Earnings 5yr: $102,504
Debt: $23,734
Mechanical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $96,218
Earnings 5yr: $101,374
Debt: $20,467
Public Administration.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $94,446
Earnings 5yr: $87,989
Debt: N/A
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $93,491
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $90,918
Earnings 5yr: $91,519
Debt: $25,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $89,830
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $88,308
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Software and Media Applications.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: $82,592
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Civil Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $81,559
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,000
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$34,662
In-State Tuition$56,721
Out-of-State Tuition$56,721
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
24%
Pell Grants
49%
Take Loans
78%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$64,656
+16% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$75,272
Completion Signals
76%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
84%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$16,658
Est. Monthly Payment
$180/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
40%
Men60%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 40% men and 60% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
19%
Part-Time Share
2%
Avg Family Income
$98,106
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