Seattle University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Seattle, Washington with 4,062 undergraduates. It admits 77% of applicants, costs an average of $34,324 a year after grants and graduates 71% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Seattle University acceptance rate and admissions
Seattle University admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 620 to 710, math 580 to 720). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Seattle University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Regular decision | Jan 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Jan 15, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: $60 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Seattle University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Seattle University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $58,965 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $16,620 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $75,128 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $34,324 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $34,324 a year after grants and scholarships, $40,804 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Seattle University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Seattle University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 71% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $84,728 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 23% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Seattle University majors and what graduates earn
Seattle University awarded bachelor's degrees in 54 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer science ($128,314).
All 54 majors at Seattle University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Seattle University
29 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 29 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law | Professional doctorate | 205 | $78,978 | $131,096 |
| Business administration | Master's | 176 | $104,089 | $47,833 |
| Computer science | Master's | 97 | $123,331 | $51,459 |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 85 | $73,890 | $61,500 |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 81 | $103,196 | $40,705 |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 76 | n/a | n/a |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies | Master's | 39 | $115,466 | $55,666 |
| Social work | Master's | 33 | $68,593 | $37,085 |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 25 | n/a | $47,788 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 24 | $75,052 | $39,249 |
| Applied mathematics | Master's | 22 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 22 | $84,415 | $74,100 |
| Public administration | Master's | 20 | $68,875 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 18 | $63,282 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 18 | $61,990 | n/a |
| Information science | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | Master's | 16 | $59,915 | $41,000 |
| Education leadership | Professional doctorate | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Arts management | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Mechanical engineering | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Civil engineering | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Physiology | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Professional doctorate | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 4,062 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 60% women, 40% men
- 10 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Seattle University?
Seattle University admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Seattle University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $58,965. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $34,324 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Seattle University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 620 to 710 in reading and writing and 580 to 720 in math, and 23 to 30 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Seattle University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Seattle University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Seattle University?
71% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Seattle University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $84,728 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.