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Seattle University
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Annual Tuition
$54,285
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
76.0%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
73.8%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$75,272
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Seattle University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Seattle, WA. With a competitive tuition profile of $54,285, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 73.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
76.0%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$217,140
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
4.8 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$45,272
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$235,580
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$688,300
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Seattle University is $19,883.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$54,285
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
84.6%
Success
73.8%
In-State Cost
$54,285
Age 25+ Students
5.4%
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Working at 6yr
1,279 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Seattle
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$2,211
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$2,269
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$2,645
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Seattle metropolitan area.