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Seattle University at a Glance

Centennial Fountain

Centennial Fountain From left to right in the background: Garrand Hall (School of Nursing), Administration Building, Piggot Hall (Albers School of Business).
Location:
Seattle, WA
Control:
Private Non-Profit
In-State Tuition:
$29,340
Out-of-State Tuition:
$29,340
Room & Board:
$9,315
Average Financial Aid:
$24,468
Full-Time Undergrads:
4,062
Part-Time Undergrads:
244
More statistics . . .
School Website:
www.seattleu.edu
Admissions Website:
www.seattleu.edu/home/prospective_students
Financial Aid Website:
www.seattleu.edu/sfs
Application Deadline:
Rolling
Acceptance Rate:
71 %
Admission Difficulty:
Easy
Average SAT Scores:
1570–1900
Average ACT Scores:
24–29

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It would be difficult to find someone who didn’t enjoy his or her time at Seattle University and would not be willing to do it all over again. Of course, there are some gripes, and some genuine difficulties, but none of them have ever really been large enough to make people regret their decisions to come here. The professors who teach here are top-notch, and it is easy for students to form a close relationship with them, and not just because of the small class sizes. Of course, the size of the campus itself, and the kind of community that surrounds it, prevents there from ever being a traditional “college-town” feel like you would get around the UW and the Ave, but with all of the options around First Hill and on Broadway up on Capitol Hill, you won’t be lacking for anything to do.

The city itself is a wonderful place to live and play, with a vibrant cultural life in many different areas like music, theater, and cuisine, and despite recent issues, it is a generally safe place to live. It’s the kind of dynamic place that is essential to explore if you want to have a fully developed college experience. Shutting yourself up in your dorm room and not interacting with your floormates or friends will only lead to bitterness and resentment. People here are generally welcoming, and though it might be hard to break the ice with some, once you do you will find a world of connections and opportunities opening up to you. The Jesuit spirit of openness and curiosity is all over campus, and it will affect you if you choose to go here. If you are looking for a goal in life, be prepared to find one, and if you feel you already have one, well, be prepared for the chance that it will change.
 

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Overall Experience at Seattle University

asim6998

'13

International Studies and Government

5.0
A+

Great Experience

To sum it up: Small class sizes, you know everyone on campus, diverse, social justice is a prominent theme, great location in the beautiful emerald city, tons of hot girls, great professors, lots of opportunities to study abroad.

Feb 02, 2012

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Diversity at Seattle University

asim6998

'13

International Studies and Government

5.0
A+

International Campus

If there is one thing the school does right, it is creating an atmosphere of tremendous diversity. There are students representing over 75 different countries, and student of all beliefs (secular, Jewish, Catholic,Muslim,Buddhist, etc). The school is also very generous in scholarships so everyone has an opportunity to attend.

Feb 02, 2012

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Campus Dining at Seattle University

asim6998

'13

International Studies and Government

5.0
A+

The Best Campus Dinning

A+ There are multiple cafe's on campus that have a plethora of food and drink options to choose from; The bubble at the Byte in the learning commons is the best! In addition, the company that runs the dinning program serves all organic, locally grown fruits and vegetables, and the chicken and beef are hormone free. There is all kinds of food to eat in the dinning hall, you can have sushi, stir-fry, homemade pasta, or panini's and wood fire pizza in the Bistro.

Feb 02, 2012

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