City University of Seattle
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About City University of Seattle
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
City University of Seattle is a small private university located on an urban campus in Seattle, Washington. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,145, and admissions are selective. The university offers 17 bachelor's degrees and has a student-faculty ratio of 6:1. Tuition and fees for students are $13,658.
Rankings
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- #2 Ranked in Best Online Doctorate in Information Technology Programs
- #3 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Project Management Programs of 2022
- #3 Ranked in Most Popular Online Computer Science Degree Programs
- #4 Ranked in Non-CS Majors: Should You Consider Pursuing a Master’s in Computer Science?
- #5 Ranked in Best Online Private Colleges and Universities of 2022
- #5 Ranked in Best Online Business Administration Degrees
- #6 Ranked in Most Popular Online Criminal Justice Degree Programs
- #9 Ranked in Best Online Computer Science Programs of 2022
Admissions Breakdown
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
84%
Online student enrollment
6:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
35%
Unknown
28%
Black
9%
Hispanic
9%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
6%
Asian
8%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
33
Total Online Enrollment
1,669
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.84% online, 16% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
41% On-campus
59% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates80% online
Associate100% online
Bachelor's53% online
Graduate Certificate64% online
Master's58% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
%
State Grant Aid
%
Institution Grant Aid
%
Pell Grant
%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$49k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 3 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 8 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 9 | Psychology. | |||
| 10 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 11 | Security And Protective Services. |
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