Seattle University
Location: Seattle, WA (urban)
Size: 4,301 students
Avg percent need-met: 80%
Acceptance rate: 83%
Middle 50% ACT: 24-31 **Test Optional**
Middle 50% SAT: 1120-1320 **Test Optional
Yet another university that emphasizes holistic education, Seattle University is committed to social justice and service learning. With frequent discussions on norms, privilege, and race, respectful conversation is emphasized, as is the sense of community. Their core classes are memorable, and professors are considered dynamic and engaging. Located in Seattle, the university has a city lifestyle with city perks – including a free bus pass for students!
Popular majors / known for: Nursing, Finance, Marketing
Academic approach: Research university in the Jesuit tradition
Fun fact / campus tradition: Quadstock is an all-day music festival that offers music of all different genres.
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Aspects of Diversity
The Indigenous Peoples Institute supports Native American students and provides mentorship opportunities and programming
The Office of Multicultural Affairs supports BIPOC student affinity groups and has regular programs including a monthly dialogue series
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion hosts speaker series featuring intersectional voices and provides support for DACA students, combating anti-Asian racism, inclusive educational practices, and more
Diversity Statistics
37% White, 23% Asian, 4% Black, 14% Latinx, 9% Multi-racial, 9% International
19% Pell-eligible
Overall grad rate: 75%
Grad rate by race: 72% White, 81% Asian, 75% Black, 69% Latinx, 74% Multi-racial, 69% International
Percentage of Full-time, First-time Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2014 and Received a Degree or Award Within 150% of "Normal Time" to Completion for Their Program. Source: NCES
25% faculty of color
Application Details
RD deadline: March 1st
Priority deadline: November 1st
Supplemental essays: Yes
Application fee: $55
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: N/A
Interviews: Considered
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