Seattle University

What is the accreditation of Seattle University?

Seattle University is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Institutional accreditation reviews the university as a whole; it is distinct from accreditation or approval of a particular professional program.

Program-level requirements matter especially in fields connected to licensure. Applicants to nursing, engineering, education, law or other regulated professions should confirm the current accreditation or approval of the specific program and degree they plan to enter, along with the rules in the state where they hope to practice. Institutional accreditation is relevant to federal aid eligibility and may matter in transfer-credit decisions, but it does not require another college to accept every course or guarantee professional licensure.

What are the admission requirements at Seattle University?

Seattle University uses selective rather than open admission. First-year applicants generally submit an application, a secondary-school transcript showing completion of high school or an equivalent credential, and the writing and recommendation materials required for their application route. Academic preparation and grades are important parts of review.

The university's reported admissions information treats SAT and ACT scores as considered but not required. Among enrolled first-time students who submitted scores, the median SAT composite was 1225 and the median ACT composite was 28. Because relatively few enrolled students submitted either test, those medians should not be read as minimum scores for admission.

In the reported first-year admissions cycle, Seattle University admitted 6,514 of 8,468 applicants, or about 77%. That institution-wide rate does not establish an applicant's chances in a particular major. International applicants may need to document English proficiency, and programs with clinical, performance or other specialized components may set additional requirements. Applicants should use the current admissions instructions for their entry term to confirm deadlines, recommendations and any program-specific materials.

What are the application fees and waivers at Seattle University?

Seattle University's reported undergraduate application fee is $60. It is an application charge, not an enrollment deposit or part of tuition.

Applicants who cannot afford the fee should check the fee-waiver options presented in the application or ask undergraduate admissions about eligibility before submitting; a waiver generally needs to be applied during the application process rather than after payment. Graduate and professional applications can follow different procedures and fee schedules, so the undergraduate amount should not be assumed for law school or another graduate program.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Seattle University?

Seattle University students have an on-campus Army ROTC option. Air Force and Navy ROTC participation is reported through cooperating host institutions rather than units operated by Seattle University on its campus.

ROTC combines university coursework with military training. A student interested in a particular branch should confirm cross-enrollment, transportation, scheduling and eligibility with that branch's host unit before committing to classes. Scholarships have separate selection rules, and participation or a scholarship can carry a post-graduation service obligation; neither should be assumed simply because an ROTC option exists.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Seattle University?

Seattle University accepts transfer applications and generally considers college credit earned at accredited institutions. Transfer enrollment is reported for fall, winter, spring and summer, although a particular major may have fewer practical entry points.

Applicants should expect to provide official transcripts from every college attended and follow the university's transfer-application instructions; high-school records may also be requested according to an applicant's circumstances. Seattle University reports accepting some credit through AP, CLEP subject examinations, DSST and American Council on Education recommendations, but eligibility for review is not the same as credit toward a specific degree.

Before enrolling, transfer applicants should request an official evaluation showing which courses satisfy major, core and elective requirements. This is particularly consequential in sequenced programs: a course can transfer for credit without replacing a required nursing or engineering course. Applicants should also verify the minimum Seattle University coursework required for their intended degree.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Seattle University?

Seattle University offers education-abroad advising and opportunities that may include term-length study, shorter programs and faculty-led experiences. The available destinations and formats can change by year and major.

Students should obtain academic approval before committing to an outside or partner program. That review establishes how courses may count toward a major or the university core; participation alone does not ensure that every course will meet a degree requirement. Aid treatment, program fees, housing and travel expenses can also differ between a Seattle University program and an approved third-party option. Early planning is especially useful for students whose majors have fixed course sequences.