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Seattle University
Seattle, WAprivate nonprofitwww.seattleu.edu/
- Acceptance rateThe share of applicants a college admits in a given year. A 10% acceptance rate means it admits about 1 in 10 applicants.
- 77%
- SAT 25th-75th percentileThe middle range of SAT scores for admitted students: a quarter scored below the low number and a quarter scored above the high number.
- 1200–1430
- Undergrad enrollment
- 4,062
- Net priceWhat a family actually pays after grants and scholarships are subtracted from the sticker price — usually far less than the published cost.
- $34,662
- In-state tuition
- $56,721
- Out-of-state tuition
- $56,721
- Campus Housing
- 55% live on campus
- Acceptance Rate
- 77%
- Median ACT Range
- 23–30
- Median SAT Range
- 1220–1410
- Average Net Price
- $35,277
- Student-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- 4-Year Graduation Rate
- 69%
Quick answers
- What is the acceptance rate at Seattle University?
- Seattle University's acceptance rate is approximately 77% (Seattle, WA), based on the most recent figures we compiled from public and primary sources.
- What SAT score do you need for Seattle University?
- Admitted students at Seattle University typically score 1200–1430 on the SAT (the middle-50% range). Scores outside this band are still admitted, especially with strong applications.
- How much does Seattle University cost?
- At Seattle University, the average net price (after aid) is about $34,662 per year. Actual cost varies with financial aid and residency.
- How many undergraduates attend Seattle University?
- Seattle University enrolls approximately 4,062 undergraduate students.
- Where is Seattle University located?
- Seattle University is located in Seattle, WA.
Seattle University blends Jesuit values with the entrepreneurial energy of the Pacific Northwest, offering rigorous academics in business, health sciences, and tech-adjacent fields. With a 77% acceptance rate and a median graduate salary of $64,656, it attracts students who want urban access without cutthroat competition. The campus vibe is 'friendly but not raucous'—think coffee shops over frat houses, with strong faculty engagement.
Admissions
Seattle University maintains a moderately selective admissions process with a 77% acceptance rate, admitting 77 out of every 100 applicants ([CollegeData](https://www.collegedata.com/college-search/Seattle-University), [PrepScholar](https://www.prepscholar.com/sat/s/colleges/Seattle-University-sat-scores-GPA)). The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1220–1410 on the SAT or 23–30 on the ACT, with minimum math requirements of 560+ (SAT) or 23+ (ACT) ([BigFuture](https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/colleges/seattle-university/admissions), [SU Admissions](https://www.seattleu.edu/admissions-aid/undergraduate-admissions/first-year-admissions/how-to-apply/admission-requirements/)). Test scores are optional but considered if submitted. The university emphasizes Holistic admissionsA review that weighs the whole applicant — grades, essays, activities, and context — rather than relying on test scores and GPA alone., requiring a high school GPA and offering early decision/action options ([Niche](https://www.niche.com/colleges/seattle-university/)).
Sources
- [PDF] Seattle University Decision Support Institutional Data Resource Sheet
- Common Data Set | Seattle Pacific University
- By the Numbers: Student Body Snapshot - Seattle University
- Seattle University - IPEDS - Department of Education
- Seattle University Overview - CollegeData
- Common Data Set – Planning & Budgeting - University of Washington
- Seattle University SAT Scores and GPA - PrepScholar
- Seattle University Admissions - BigFuture College Search
- Admission Requirements | How to Apply - Seattle University
