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are renewable for up to four years and are based on the information in the admissions application, not family finances. Institutional gift aid is guaranteed for the number of years remaining until expected degree completion (based on the class standing assigned by the Office of the Registrar).
We know how important investing in a Seattle University education is to you and we’re ready to help you make it happen.
Learn how to apply for financial aid with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at SEATTLEU.EDU/FINANCIAL-AID.
SCHOOL CODE: 003790
Learn more and start your application at SEATTLEU.EDU/UNDERGRADUATE-ADMISSIONS. BUDGET FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS (3 QUARTERS PER YEAR) On-Campus Living with Parents/Relatives Tuition (12-20 credits) $50,328 $50,328 Room and Board $13,524 $5,100 Expenses ($5,625 total) Books and supplies $900 $900 Personal $2,400 $2,400 Transportation $1,650 $1,650 Technology Fee $546 $546 Wellness Fee $450 $450 Total Cost of Attendance $69,798 $61,374 Amounts based on 2022-23 costs. GIVE YOUR DREAMS WINGS More than 90 percent
Seattle
students
financial aid,
up to $125 million in scholarships, grants, loans and employment assistance
First-year
transfer students
scholarships
FAFSA
92% OF SEATTLE U UNDERGRADUATES RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID
BY THE SE AT T L E U 100% REDHAWK 53% White 31% Asian American 14% Hispanic 7% Black 4% Pacific Islander 2% Native American 2% Undisclosed 9% International Note: Race and ethnicity percentages listed are based on Seattle University’s undergraduate population. Individuals can self-identify with more than one race or ethnicity and are counted within each group, which results in a total of more than 100%. 3.42-3.87 Middle 50% GPA for incoming first-year 1120-1320 Average SAT composite score 24-31 Average ACT composite score 56% Undergraduates from outside Washington state 4,301 Undergraduates 7,268 Total student population 376 New transfer students (Fall 2021) 994 New first-year (Fall 2021) 18 Average class size 11:1 Student-to-faculty ratio 100% Classes taught by faculty FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS TRANSFER STUDENTS 3.25-3.82 Middle 50% GPA for incoming transfers (Testing is optional)
SAFECO FIELD
CENTURY LINK FIELD
Leschi
SPACE NEEDLE
Greenwood GreenlakeBallard
Wallingford
Gas Works Park
Myrtle Edwards Park
SPACE NEEDLE
LUMEN FIELD T-MOBILE PARK
Fremont Puget Sound
Elliot Bay
Lake Union
Magnolia Queen Anne
Eastlake Capitol Hill
First Hill Central AreaDowntown Pioneer Square ChinatownInternational District
Beacon Hill
Mt. Baker
SODO
Madrona
West Seattle Georgetown
Discovery Park Volunteer Park Seattle Center
VISIT CAMPUS Campus tours are offered year-round and open house events are available in the fall and spring. For more information, visit SEATTLEU.EDU/VISIT.
OUR CITY
Seattle University is nestled in the heart of a vibrant city. We are surrounded by some of the top companies in the world, in a city that excites and inspires. Where every movement, trend and innovation happens. And we never miss a thing.
Our students are making a difference through service learning, influencing the arts scene and interning for some of the most brilliant minds at companies right in our backyard.
OUR CAMPUS
JESUIT TRADITION
Seattle University's curriculum is rooted in nearly 500 years of Jesuit and Catholic tradition, an international perspective and commitment to intellectual transformation that challenges preconceived notions and encourages us to strive for the greater good.
THE GREAT PACIFIC NORTHWEST
Plenty of hills for hiking, numerous rivers and lakes, two stunning mountain ranges and the inland sea known as the Puget Sound provide unparalleled opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
A POWERFUL NETWORK
Internships abound in the places that make Seattle an international hub of technology, commerce, philanthropy and community service. Learn more at SEATTLEU.EDU/CAREERENGAGEMENT.
CAREER OUTCOMES
Seattle University partners with employers who align with our mission and values by supporting the professional growth of a diverse workforce.
EMPLOYERS OF GRADUATES
Amazon AmeriCorps VISTA
Boeing Microsoft Northwestern Mutual
PACCAR
Seattle Children’s Hospital
Seattle Public Schools
T-Mobile
U.S. Army
EMPLOYERS OF INTERNS
Bank of America
Costco Expedia
Ernst & Young
Marine Conservation Institute
McKinstry
Seattle Art Museum
Seattle City Light
Swedish Medical Center
U.S. Forest Service
Wild Horse Wind and Solar Facility
AREAS OF
MAJORS
Accounting+ Anthropology+
Art History+ Asian Studies+ Biochemistry Biology+
Business Administration+ Business Analytics
Business Economics Business and Law (3+3 dual degree)
Cell and Molecular Biology
Chemistry+
Civil Engineering
• Environmental Engineering Communication and Media+
• Communication Studies
• Journalism
• Strategic Communication Computer Engineering+ Computer Science+
• Business
• Mathematics Creative Writing+ Criminal Justice+
• Administration of Justice
• Criminal Justice Theory
• Forensic Psychology
• Forensic Science Design Diagnostic Ultrasound Economics+
Education (see Humanities for Teaching and Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies)
Electrical Engineering+ English+
• Creative Writing
• Literature Environmental Science+ Environmental Studies+
• Ecological Systems
• Environmental Education and Communication
• Politics, Policy and Justice
• Urban Sustainability Film and Media+ Finance+
Fine Arts (Visual and Performing)
French+ Global Business+ History+ Humanities*+ Humanities for Teaching**
• Elementary Education (K-8) Interdisciplinary Arts
• Arts Leadership
• Music—String Performance
• Photography • Theatre
• Visual Art Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies
• Elementary Education (K-8)
International Studies+ Kinesiology Management+
MINORS (see above for majors also offered as minors)
African and African American Studies
Arabic
Arts Leadership Catholic Studies
Chinese Data Science Ethics
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Japanese
Latin American and Latinx Studies
LGBTQ Studies
Medieval and Modern Studies
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Pre-Health
+Also offered as a minor.
Marine and Conservation Biology Marketing Mathematics+
• Actuarial
• Applied
• Pure Mechanical Engineering+ Modern Languages and Cultures Nursing Philosophy+ Photography
• Documentary Photography Physics+ Political Science+
• Legal Studies
Pre-Business Pre-Engineering Pre-Major Studies (undecided)
Pre-Science Psychology+ Public Affairs ROTC Social Work Sociology+ Spanish+ Theatre
Theology and Religious Studies+
• Christian Theology
• Comparative Religion Visual Arts and Culture Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies+
Nonprofit and Public Administration
Social Welfare
Studio Art Theatre Performance Theatre Production Writing Studies
Pre-Law and Law Scholars
*Applicants to Humanities should have no more than 45 transferable credits completed at the time of enrollment.
**Applicants to Humanities for Teaching should have no more than 60 transferable credits completed at the time of enrollment.
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IMPORTANT DATES
FIRST-YEAR APPLICANTS
EARLY ACTION
Decisions mailed late December
Nov. 15
TRANSFER APPLICANTS
FALL QUARTER
Nursing (BSN)
........................... Dec. 1
Diagnostic Ultrasound Feb. 15
REGULAR DECISION ..................
Jan. 15 Decisions mailed early March
First-year applicants will apply via the Common Application.
FINANCIAL AID
FAFSA FILING PRIORITY ................ Feb. 1 Financial aid awards sent late March
WASFA FILING PRIORITY Feb. 1 Financial aid awards sent late March
Fall Priority Deadline Mar. 1
Fall Regular Deadline .................. Aug. 15
WINTER QUARTER
All applicants Nov. 1
SPRING QUARTER
All applicants Feb. 15
SUMMER QUARTER
All applicants ........................... May 15
Transfer applicants will apply via the Seattle University Application.
RESOURCES
ADMISSIONS
206-220-8040 or 800-426-7123 admissions@seattleu.edu transfer@seattleu.edu international@seattleu.edu
FINANCIAL AID
206-220-8020 or 800-426-7123 financialservices@seattleu.edu
APPLY TO SEATTLE U
FIRST-YEAR APPLICANTS www.seattleu.edu/freshman-apply
TRANSFER APPLICANTS www.seattleu.edu/transfer-apply
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS www.seattleu.edu/international-apply
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