Seattle University
Seattle U
Seattle, Washington 98122-4340
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences
Seattle University is a private institution in Seattle with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1266, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.1K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
73% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $75,272 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $34,802.
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History & Fun Facts
- •In 1898, the school was renamed after the city it was located in as Seattle College, which itself was named after Chief Seattle.
- •Seattle College granted its first bachelor's degrees 11 years later.
- •From 1919 to 1931, the college moved to Interlaken Boulevard but in 1931 it returned to First Hill permanently.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1266
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
54.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.8%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$16,658
Programs (139)
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 Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
85%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
31
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
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 + large city premium