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Seattle University
Seattle,
WA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate82%
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About Seattle University
Seattle University is a private, religious university in the city of Seattle, Washington. Seattle University was founded in 1891. The college enrolls around 7,268 students a year, including 4,301 undergraduate students.
Seattle University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Seattle University. In 2022, Seattle University accepted 82% of applicants. In 2022, 7,012 out of 8,539 total applicants were accepted.
| Seattle University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 82% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 56% |
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Seattle University is located Seattle.
If you want to see Seattle University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 5 to Seattle, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Seattle-Tacoma International.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Seattle University and Seattle are like without leaving home.
College Info
Seattle University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 15
Transfer Applications are Due
Aug 7
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Seattle University is Jan 15.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Seattle University is Aug 7.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Seattle University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1120 - 1320
Math SAT Range
570 - 670
Reading SAT Range
550 - 660
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1320 and Above
Good
1120 to 1320
Avg
1120 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Seattle University students is 1230. Applicants with SAT scores of 1320 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Seattle University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1120 to 1320 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1120 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Seattle University.
Seattle University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$68,709
In State$68,709
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$53,235
$53,235
Fees
$1,050
$1,050
Housing
$13,524
$13,524
Books
$900
$900
Student Life
Wondering what life at Seattle University is like? There are approximately 7,268 students enrolled at Seattle University, including 4,301 undergraduate students and 2,967 graduate students. 97% percent of students attend school full-time, 45% percent are from WA and 55% percent of students are from other states.
97%
Full Time3%
Part Time45%
In State55%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
7,268
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
82%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 15
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