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Seattle U Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Seattle University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

85.2%
Admission Difficulty for Seattle University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Seattle U is 85.2%.  Its admission rate is the 11th lowest in Washington.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Seattle U and can you get accepted?

Seattle University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 6,756 out of the 7,934 who applied were admitted.

Seattle University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.62. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 15% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Seattle U?

85% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Seattle University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.62 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1270 on the SAT
  • Score 27 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Seattle U GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.62

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Seattle University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Seattle U are to have around a 3.62 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.62 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Seattle U accepts 85% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Seattle U is 3.62 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #6 in Washington for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Seattle U is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Seattle University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 13.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 27.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 29.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 19.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 10.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 2.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Seattle U SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Seattle University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 24% of students submitted SAT scores and 11% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1150-1380

Applicants Submitting SAT 

24%
SAT Scores for Seattle University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 580
Math 25th Percentile 570
Composite 25th Percentile 1150
SAT Scores for Seattle University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 690
Math 75th Percentile 690
Composite 75th Percentile 1380
Average SAT Score 1270

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Seattle University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Seattle U is 1270 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1150-1380. Students who get into Seattle University score in the top 32 percent of all SAT test takers..  Seattle U ranks #8 in the state of Washington and #238 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1270 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Seattle U regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1150 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1150, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1030, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Seattle University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1270 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1265, you have around a 85% chance of being admitted. A 1380 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 92% chance of getting in.

Seattle University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1380 and Above Good >92%
1265 to 1380 Avg + 85%-92%
1150 to 1265 Avg - 75%-85%
1035 to 1150 Reach 61%-75%
Less than 1035 Low <61%
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Seattle U ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

24-30 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

11%
ACT Scores for Seattle University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 23
Math 25th Percentile 23
Composite 25th Percentile 24
ACT Scores for Seattle University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 30
Math 75th Percentile 28
Composite 75th Percentile 30
Average ACT Score 27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Seattle U?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Seattle U is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 30.  The school ranks #7 in Washington for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 24 and score in the score in the top 27 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 21.

11 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Seattle University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Seattle University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Seattle U for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 85% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 92% with a 30 ACT score.

Seattle University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
30 and Above Good >92%
27 to 30 Avg + 85%-92%
24 to 27 Avg - 75%-85%
21 to 24 Reach 61%-75%
Less than 21 Low <61%
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High School Class Rank

85% of Seattle University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 49% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Seattle University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 16%
Top 25% of class 49%
Top 50% of class 85%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Seattle University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 5,217 2,717 7,934
Accepted 4,459 2,297 6,756
Acceptance Rate 85% 85% 85%
Enrolled 614 390 1,004
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 14% 17% 15%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

21

Applicants have 21 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Seattle University is $60.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Seattle University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Seattle University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Seattle University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Seattle University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.62 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1270 and ACT of 27 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=236595 IPEDS survey data for Seattle University.

Last updated February 24, 2024