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Seattle University

Seattle, WA·Private·~77% acceptance

Seattle University is a private university in Seattle, WA. Admissions are accessible, with about 77% of applicants accepted. Students pay an average net price of about $34,662 per year after financial aid. About 74% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $75,272 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$34,662/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $72,124
Aid cuts ~$37,462/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
Nov 15
RD
Jan 15

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Admissions
GPA range3.49–3.99
SAT (middle 50%)1200–1430
ACT (middle 50%)23–30
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
74%
graduation rate
84%
freshman retention
$64,656
median earnings, 6yr
$75,272
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Seattle University's acceptance rate?
Seattle University admits about 77% of applicants.
How much does Seattle University cost?
At Seattle University, the average net price after aid is about $34,662 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $72,124 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Seattle University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1200–1430 on the SAT and 23–30 on the ACT.
What are Seattle University's application deadlines?
Seattle University's deadlines are Early Action around Nov 15, Regular Decision around Jan 15. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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