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Seattle University

Seattle, Washington · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$64,656

Acceptance Rate

76%

Graduation Rate

74%

Annual Tuition

$54,285

At a Glance

Total Students

4,117

Retention Rate

85%

Faculty Ratio

10

Financial Aid

46%

Median Debt

$19,883

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Seattle University is a private, non-profit institution with 4,117 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 76.1% and a graduation rate of 73.8%. The retention rate is 84.6%. The in-state tuition is $54,285.

Graduates' earnings one year after graduation are $53,941, increasing to $64,656 after five years and $75,272 after ten years. The median debt for students is $19,883, and 46.1% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$54k

1 YEAR

$65k

5 YEARS

$75k

10 YEARS

Top 10% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

Seattle University graduates have a positive earnings trajectory. One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $53,941. This figure increases to $64,656 after five years and further to $75,272 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $19,883, and 46.1% of students receive financial aid.

The university has a high retention rate, with 84.6% of students returning. The graduation rate is 73.8%, and the acceptance rate is 76.1%. The annual in-state tuition cost is $54,285. The total student population is 4,117.

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Campus Location

Seattle, Washington

Seattle, WA 98122-4340

Seattle University is located in Seattle, Washington. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Seattle University has an acceptance rate of 76.1%.