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Seattle University

Seattle, WA·Private nonprofit·4,117 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $63,200 within 10 years; financial aid brings net price below sticker.

76%
Accept
4,117
Students
$34,802
Net Price
73%
Grad Rate
$63,200
Earnings
10 yr
$16,658
Debt

About This School

Seattle University is a private nonprofit institution located in Seattle, Washington with approximately 4,117 undergraduate students enrolled. Seattle University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 76%. The average net price after financial aid is $34,802 per year. The graduation rate is 73%, and the typical graduate earns $63,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Seattle University is a private Jesuit university in Seattle, Washington, United States. It is the largest independent university in the Northwestern United States, with over 7,500 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within seven schools.

Worth considering if you're drawn to a Jesuit liberal arts education in one of the country's most dynamic cities — graduates earn a solid median of $63,200 a year out, and the relatively low median debt of $16,658 keeps that return on investment looking reasonable. That said, a 73% graduation rate means roughly 1 in 4 students who start here don't finish, which is worth asking about during your visit, and the $34,802 average net price is a real commitment for a school with a 76% acceptance rate.

Founded
1891
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions23%
Business & Marketing17%
Biological Sciences8%
Computer Science7%
Engineering6%
Psychology6%
Communications5%
Visual & Performing Arts4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Clint EastwoodDuff McKaganElgin BaylorSean ParnellJohn Edward HopcroftFrank MurkowskiMary Kay LetourneauJeffrey McLaughlinJohn SpellmanJohn JuandaBob GrossDave Barrett

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1266
Reading 75th %ile670
Math 75th %ile680

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite28

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$54,285
Out-of-State Tuition
$54,285
Avg Net Price
$34,802
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants22%
Median debt at graduation$16,658

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
73%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
85%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$63,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$16,658
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$16,658
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$48,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$63,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.8x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White31%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino15%
Asian27%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,117 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Seattle University

900 Broadway

Seattle, WA 98122-4340

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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