Seattle University
Faith-based college · Seattle, WA · 4,062 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
77%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1200–1430
ACT (middle 50%)
23–30
Average net price
$34,324
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$75,128
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
71%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Seattle University?
Seattle University accepts about 77 of every 100 applicants (77%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1200 and 1430 on the SAT. A score at or above 1430 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1200, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 23–30.
The latest federal data says Seattle University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Seattle University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Seattle University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $75,128 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $34,324 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $58,965 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$58,965
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$58,965
- Room & board$16,620
- Total cost of attendance$75,128
- Average net price after grants$34,324
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Biology, Computer Science, Psychology.
Seattle University FAQ
- What is Seattle University's acceptance rate?
- 77% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Seattle University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1200–1430. Aim for 1430 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Seattle University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 23–30.
- Is Seattle University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Seattle University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Seattle University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Seattle University cost?
- About $75,128 a year before aid; $34,324 on average after grants.
- What is Seattle University's FAFSA school code?
- 003790. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Seattle University receives your information.
- What is Seattle University's graduation rate?
- 71% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Seattle University
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Lutheran UniversityTacoma, WA | 78% | 1040–1260 | $20,652 | 64% |
| University of Puget SoundTacoma, WA | 72% | 1170–1380 | $32,507 | 69% |
| Gonzaga UniversitySpokane, WA | 82% | 1190–1380 | $32,750 | 85% |
| University of Washington-Tacoma CampusTacoma, WA | 83% | — | $11,900 | 60% |
| Northwest UniversityKirkland, WA | 83% | 1040–1350 | $22,071 | 67% |
| Seattle Pacific UniversitySeattle, WA | 83% | — | $25,419 | 55% |