Seattle Pacific University
About Seattle Pacific University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Seattle Pacific University is a private Christian university in Seattle, Washington. It offers programs in business, psychology, design, and nursing, with a campus in the Queen Anne neighborhood just minutes from downtown Seattle.
Founded
1891
Location
Seattle, Washington
Students
2,247
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
83.4%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
62%
Near national average
Tuition
$40,407
Per year
Avg Net Price
$24,488
After financial aid
SAT Average
1200
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$64,506
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$50
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Jan 15
Seattle Pacific University accepts the majority of applicants at 83.4%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1200/ 1600
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
62% complete their degree within six years
Retention
72.4%
4-Year Grad
56%
6-Year Grad
66%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
55.8%
$/Student
$15.6K
Class Size
Medium
56% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$40,407
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$16,491
Books & Supplies
$924
Total Cost of Attendance
$56,826
After Financial Aid
$24,488
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$20,735
Receive Grants
35.3%
Take Loans
48.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $56,826/yr, including $16,491 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $24,488.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Seattle Pacific University fund their education.
While in School
35.3%
Get Grants
Free money
48.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$62,276
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$254/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,000 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Seattle Pacific University.
Gender
64.9%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,762
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
485
Graduates
22.9%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
5.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 22.9% are first-generation college students. 7% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,762
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Seattle Pacific University fields 6 varsity teams with 227 student athletes, about 13% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Great Northwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
227
13% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
35% / 65%
80
Men
147
Women
3
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Seattle Pacific Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$64,506
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$82K
87 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$40K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$56K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
$39K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
30 grads
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences
$26K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $51K at six years, $47K at eight, and $65K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.