Seattle University (SU)

Seattle University is a nonprofit private higher education institution that has been conducting research and academic work in America since early 1891. Now the main building of the university is located on a small campus in Seattle.

The university is a medium-sized educational institution, where about 9000 people study annually. In parallel with locals, international students can also join the university. There is an open opportunity for students to choose the most convenient training system for themselves - full-time or remotely. Also, students can optionally apply for participation in international exchange programs.

The academic structure of the university includes several colleges and schools:

• Albers School of Business and Economics — business and economics,
• College of Science and Engineering — science and engineering,
• College of Nursing and Health Sciences — nursing and health sciences,
• College of Education — education,
• College of Arts and Sciences — liberal arts and natural sciences,
• School of Law — law.

The university offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs, as well as certificate and professional programs.

• The university's sports teams compete under the name Redhawks,
• More than 1,400 paid student positions are available on campus,
• In the 2024–2025 academic year, 100% of full-time first-year students received financial aid,
• Cornish College of the Arts announced its intention to merge with Seattle University and continue operating as Cornish College of the Arts at Seattle University on the South Lake Union campus.

This higher educational institution is included in the TOP of the best universities in the world.

High school students have access to a large scientific library. The university provides an excellent opportunity to live in an inexpensive hostel.

The university is a member of the following associations:

• Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU);
• National Collegiate Sports Association (NCAA);
• Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU);
• International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU).

The academic year is structured on a quarter system and includes fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters.

In addition to tuition fees, separate charges are collected upon application and enrollment:

• Registration fee upon application submission,
• Deposit confirming enrollment,
• Enrollment registry fee,
• Orientation fee, as well as mandatory fees for wellness services, technology, and student activities,
• Mandatory health insurance for international students.

Graduates of Seattle University earn on average 53% more than the national average, according to College Factual, 2024. The average starting salary of master's degree holders is 26.2% higher than that of bachelor's degree graduates (NACE, 2025).

Graduates of computer science and data science programs find employment at leading technology companies in the region and worldwide, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Boeing, Starbucks, and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

A special admission committee recruits students based on the results of the examinations of each applicant. At the same time, as statistics show, about 70 percent of applicants successfully complete all exams. In this matter, the situation may differ slightly, depending on which faculty and specialty students try to enter.

Each academic year at the university is formed into four semesters. Studying in the direction of bachelor's and master's degrees is not a cheap pleasure. International students can always count on receiving a scholarship, subject to good academic performance.

More than 95.8% of Seattle University students receive financial support — approximately $145 million is provided annually in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, and work assistance. In the 2024–2025 academic year, 100% of full-time first-year students and 98% of transfer students received grant or scholarship aid.

• Institutional support guarantee — the amount of university scholarships and grants assigned at admission is maintained for all four years of study,
• The Sullivan Scholars program has existed for more than 35 years and offers two full scholarships covering tuition, room, and board to students from Catholic schools around the world,
• Separate scholarships for graduate programs are awarded to all admitted students based on a comprehensive review of the application,
• Work-Study programs provide the opportunity to earn money for educational expenses by working on campus.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision