PrivateSuburbanBastyr University
Kenmore, Washington 98028-4966
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for psychology — close-knit campus
Bastyr University is a private institution in Kenmore with particular strength in psychology and health sciences.
A small campus of 58 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
graduates earn a median of $49,364 a decade after enrollment.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Bastyr University was established in 1978 as the John Bastyr College of Naturopathic Medicine in Seattle.
- •In 1984, the school was renamed Bastyr College; in 1994, it became Bastyr University.
- •In 1996, Bastyr relocated to its current location in the Saint Thomas Center, formerly St.
- •Pizzorno served as president until his retirement in June 2000.
- •In November, 2005, the university purchased the property, which it had been leasing from the Archdiocese of Seattle.
Source: Wikipedia
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Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
49.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$12,500
Programs (24)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
0
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from WA state average + suburban adjustment