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#46 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

Seton Hill University

Greensburg, Pennsylvania

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Overview

Enrollment

1,988
Seton Hill University overview
Location Greensburg, Pennsylvania
Online setonhill.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large Suburban
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Seton Hill University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Seton Hill University, located in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, is a private, Catholic institution founded by the Sisters of Charity in 1885. Situated approximately 35 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, the university boasts a scenic 200-acre campus known for its marriage of historic and modern architectural styles, including the notable Administration Building with its recognizable Gothic structure. As a coeducational liberal arts university, Seton Hill offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with a particular emphasis on health sciences, business, and visual and performing arts. The school has a moderately selective admissions process. Seton Hill provides residential facilities, with the majority of undergraduate students living on campus in one of the several residence halls and apartment complexes. While the university participates in the NCAA Division II for athletics, it is not predominantly recognized for its sports programs.

In the most recent statistical year 2,668 prospective students applied, and 2,090 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 384 enrolled in the school.  1,770 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 218 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $39,674 plus fees of $550. Seton Hill University is ranked 653 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

5/10

Overall

7/10

Academics

6/10

Resources

4/10

Outcomes

4/10

Value

Seton Hill University is rated within the lower 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Average
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SAT 1040/1240
ACT 21/28
GPA 3.74

Applications Accepted

78.3% 
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Applications Due Aug 15, 2025
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$39,674
Costs for Seton Hill University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,200
Other Fees$550
Room and Board $13,350
Budget for Other Expenses$2,500
Total One Year Cost$57,274

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$41,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

45% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Seton Hill University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 26%
Visual and Performing Arts 9%
Psychology 8%
Human Services 7%
Health Professions 7%

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Last updated February 24, 2024