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Overview of Seattle Pacific University

Mission Statement

SPU seeks to be a premiere Christian university fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom and modeling grace-filled community.

Quick Facts

4,117 students

70% admitted

$29,976 tuition/year

  • 3,345 full time
  • 772 part time
  • 1,084 men full time
  • 2,261 women full time
  • 4,783 applied
  • 3,362 admitted
  • 760 enrolled
  • $29,976 out of state
  • $363 fees
  • $9,081 room & board
  • $942 books

At a Glance

Religious affiliation: Free Methodist
Institution Type: Private not-for-profit
Campus Setting: Large city
Highest Degree Offered: Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Level of Institution: Four or more years
Calendar: Quarter
School Colors: Maroon and white
4,117 Students
Non-Degree Undergrads Graduates
Reviews: In Three Sentences
  • Elizabeth from Vancouver, WA
  • 0
  • “SPU is a very welcoming and embracing community. Professors are always accommodating and will help you out in any way they can. The campus is in an absolutely beautiful location…”

  • Mar-22-2012 » Read More
  • Makayla from Seattle, WA
  • 0
  • “seattle pacific university is a great college for any type of student. with the great variety in career options, as well as extra curricular activities, all are welcomed into the…”

  • Jan-30-2012 » Read More
  • Julie from Seattle, WA
  • 0
  • “professors really do take the extra step to get to know each of his/her students, making a more meaningful experience in education. fantastic campus and location. well maintained buildings.…”

  • Feb-03-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
  • 5
  • Kyle from Bend, OR
  • Dec-28-2011 I am a current student here

    I have experienced living in a building of more than 500 students for two years. Living in the residence halls is a requirement for the first two years of attendance. This experience offers a wide range of experiences from new cultures, to new world views, to new religious backgrounds. I have learned a lot about others through this experience, and I have had a ton of fun doing it.

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  • 4
  • Mariah from Colorado Springs, CO
  • Dec-19-2011 I am a current student here

    I've made a lot of wonderful friends here, but I know of two people who had to leave after their first quarter because scholarships and work study did not pan out as promised, which is making it tough. the housing regulations can get a bit irritating at times, and can limit the ability to study and hang out with friends. Even so, the people are really great.

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  • 4
  • Porscha from Spokane Valley, WA
  • Dec-05-2011 I am a current student here

    I love SPU and the community. SPU love love loves community! There is something for everyone. I will forewarn that is a very Christian-centered environment. That being said, there is no pressure to follow that faith, but you should be comfortable with the majority of the student body being of Christian faith.

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  • 2
  • Amanda from Coeur D'Alene, ID
  • Nov-11-2011 I am a current student here

    The school is extremely expensive, and I must work to scrape by. Granted, I am not living on campus so I may be missing out on some of the fun.

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  • 5
  • from Salem, OR
  • Oct-04-2011 I am a current student here

    Everyone on my floor (Hill) is so nice. The whole school has a sense of community and family. I love it here!

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