Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
Seattle University tuition, food, housing and fees as an undergraduate—see the estimated costs to attend.
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Undergraduate Costs
Discover Seattle University’s undergraduate cost of attendance. Learn about undergraduate tuition, housing, meal plans and undergraduate fees.
See the cost of attendance per course credit, quarter and academic year.
For Summer 2023, Fall 2023, Winter 2024 and Spring 2024
| Tuition | Per Credit | Per Quarter | Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time (12 to 20 credits) | $17,745 | $53,235 | |
| Part-time (1 to 11 credits) | $1,183 | ||
| Summer 2023** | $710 | ||
| English Language and Culture Bridge (ELCB) Under 1000 Level | $380 | ||
| Auditors | $249 |
Seattle University costs are set yearly and subject to change each summer quarter for the coming year. Seattle University reserves the right to revise its charges at any time without prior notice.
**Summer 2023 tuition rate is a 40% discount from the standard rate.
Explore the diverse resident hall and apartment options at Seattle University, with a variety of room types and pricing to accommodate your needs during the academic year.
| Bellarmine, Campion, and Xavier | Quarterly | *Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $4,036 | $12,108 |
| Double | $2,984 | $8,952 |
| Double Plus | $3,084 | $9,252 |
| Triple | $2,301 | $6,903 |
| Triple Plus | $2,456 | $7,368 |
| Chardin | Quarterly | *Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $4,297 | $12,891 |
| Double | $3,212 | $9,636 |
| Suite | $3,190 | $9,570 |
| Kolvenbach | Quarterly | *Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Double Room | $3,074 | $9,222 |
| Murphy Apartments | Quarterly | *Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Prices depend on # of roommates and size of room | $3,001 - $5,661 | $9,003 - $16,983 |
| Douglas Apartments | Monthly | *Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1-5 Bedrooms | Contact Leasing Office |
| Yobi | Quarterly | *Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Price depends on apartment style | $3,983 - $5,180 | $11,949 - $15,540 |
| Vi Hilbert Hall | Monthly |
*Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Studio - 4 Bedrooms | Contact Leasing Office |
Plan your dining options for the upcoming academic year. Explore meal plan options and find cost breakdowns for different plan types, including options for students with specific circumstances.
| Plan Type | Plan Description | Quarterly | Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum | For extra hearty eaters | $2,774 | $8,322 |
| Expanded | For hearty eaters eating mostly on campus | $2,312 | $6,936 |
| Residential | Required minimum for all 1st and 2nd year students living on campus | $1,849 | $5,547 |
| Restricted A | A reduced meal plan available upon request for residential students with specific medical or financial circumstances | $1,387 | $4,161 |
| Restricted B | A restricted meal plan only for those who are not required to purchase a meal plan. | $925 | $2,775 |
| Convenience | A minimal plan for those who are not required to purchase a meal plan. | $462 | $1,386 |
Supplemental Meal Plans
Supplemental meal plans for students who already have an existing meal plan and would like to add money to their meal plan balance. Contact Housing for more information about adding a supplemental amount to your meal plan.
*Please do not add money through your E-Account, you will only be able to add money to your meal plan balance through supplemental meal plans.
See the additional fees related to applying, enrolling and attending Seattle University.
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Application | |
| Undergraduate Application Fee | $60 |
| Post-Baccalaureate & Non-Matriculated Application Fee | $60 |
| Mandatory Enrollment | |
| Wellness Fee, Undergraduate Enrollment of 12 Credits or More (per quarter) | $158 |
| Wellness Fee, Undergraduate Enrollment of Less Than 12 Credits (per quarter) | $122 |
| Technology Fee, Undergraduate Enrollment of 12 Credits or More (per quarter) | $192 |
| Technology Fee, Undergraduate Enrollment of Less Than 12 Credits (per quarter) | $129 |
| Matriculation Fee (one-time only, non-refundable) | $175 |
| Undergraduate Health Insurance 2022-23, International Students (mandatory, annual rate) *2023-2024 rate TBD |
$1,823 |
| *Description of fees may be found towards the bottom of this page* | |
| Orientation | |
| New Student Orientation Fee | $275 |
| Transfer Student Orientation Fee | $185 |
| First Year Guest Attending (per individual) | $65 |
| Transfer Guest Attending (per individual) | $45 |
| Deposits | |
| Enrollment Confirmation Deposit** | $500 |
| Transfer Student Enrollment Confirmation Deposit | $200 |
| Education Abroad | |
| Submissions After Education Abroad Deadline | $125 |
| Submissions After Education Abroad Program Begins | $250 |
| Transfer Articulation Fee | $1000 |
| Official Transcripts | |
| Transcript (additional vendor service fees apply) | $7.50 |
| Transcript Rush Processing (per transcript) | $25 |
| Diplomas | |
| Diploma Replacement (4-6 weeks delivery) | $25 |
| Diploma Replacement Rush Delivery, U.S. Address (including to SU) | $100 |
| Diploma Replacement Rush Delivery, International Address | $200 |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Identification Card (Campus Card) Replacement | $20 |
| Late Registration Fee (per course for registration after the add/drop period) | $50 |
| Validation of Field Experience (per credit hour) | $90 |
| Credit by Examination (per credit hour) | $95 |
| Exam Fees | |
| Civil Engineering (NCEES Exam) | $65 |
| Electrical Engineering (NCEES Exam) | $65 |
| Mechanical Engineering (NCEES Exam) | $65 |
** The Enrollment Confirmation Deposit is a confirmation of intended enrollment for new Undergraduates for Fall Quarter. It will be applied to the tuition charges for fall. Students who decide not to attend SU after submitting a confirmation deposit will be eligible for a $200 refund until August 1st.
Students attending for Winter or Spring Quarter are not required to submit tuition deposits.
Mandatory Enrollment Fees
Wellness Fee
The mandatory Wellness Fee provides funding for several health and wellness resources that benefit all Seattle University students, including access to TimelyCare. In addition, the wellness fee provides access to the university fitness center, online and in-person health and wellness programs, and allows Seattle U an opportunity to develop new resources and services for on-campus and online students.
Technology Fee
The mandatory Technology Fee makes up a small portion of the funding for Information Technology Services (ITS). In part, the Technology Fee is used to assist with the cost of core student systems (e.g., Canvas, mySeattleU, Microsoft Office), Public Safety systems, Internet service, networking, and much more.
Matriculation Fee
The one-time mandatory Matriculation Fee offsets the cost of maintaining and storing academic records.
Orientation Fees
The one-time mandatory orientation fee enables a holistic engagement experience that supports transition to the Redhawk Community. The fee offsets the cost of sessions and events such as expert speakers and event facilitators, community meals, and student mementos.
Program Specific Fees
Nursing BSN: Applies beginning the spring quarter of the student's sophomore year: $490 for the 2023-2024 Academic Year.
Course Specific Fees
Some courses have additional associated fees. These are listed in the course section details on mySeattleU when conducting a search for classes.
Plan your budget with Seattle University. Budget for Full-Time Students, 3 quarters per year, 2023–2024.
| On-Campus | Living with Parents/Relatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (12–20 credits) | $53,235 | $53,235 |
| Housing and Food | $14,748 | $5,520 |
| Expenses | ||
| Books and Supplies | $762 | $762 |
| Technology Fee | $576 | $576 |
| Wellness Fee | $474 | $474 |
| Loan Fee | $68 | $68 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,950 | $1,950 |
| Transportation | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Total Expenses | $5,630 | $5,630 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $73,613 | $64,385 |
Cost of Attendance & Financial Need
To prepare a student's financial aid award, the Student Financial Services Office subtracts the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) as calculated from the information provided on the student's FAFSA, from the estimated cost of attendance, often referred to as the student budget, to determine financial need.
Following are sample student budgets for the 2023–2024 nine-month academic year for full-time students, undergraduates enrolled for 12–20 credits, and graduate students enrolled for 6 credits:
| Budget Category | Undergraduate Student Living On or Off Campus |
Undergraduate Student Living With Parents or Relatives |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $53,235 | $53,235 |
| Books & Supplies | $762 | $762 |
| Technology Fee | $576 | $576 |
| Wellness Fee | $474 | $474 |
| Activity Fee | - | - |
| Housing | $9,201 | $2,760 |
| Food | $5,547 | $2,760 |
| Loan Fee | $68 | $68 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,950 | $1,950 |
| Transportation | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Total Budget | $73,613 | $64,385 |
*Enrollment requirements and tuition rates for graduate students vary program-by-program so actual tuition and book costs vary widely from this sample budget.
After financial need has been determined, Student Financial Services prepares a financial aid award, including as much aid as the student is eligible to receive within the constraints of both the student's need and the availability of funding. Depending on a student's eligibility, a financial aid award will include one, some or all of the following types of aid: scholarships and/or grants, work opportunities and loans.
A student can see their costs after financial aid on the financial aid offer by accessing it through the Financial Aid Self Service portal via mySeattleU online.
Cost of Attendance Definitions
Tuition and Fees: Includes tuition and fees normally assessed for a student. Based on your anticipated enrollment.
Housing: Average of on campus regardless of room type. Actual costs may differ based on your room assignment.
Food: Cost based on residential meal plan and is based on 3 meals per day for 7 days a week. Actual costs may differ based on your selected meal plan.
Books and Supplies: Estimated costs based on Washington Financial Aid Association recommended amount informed by student surveys, which include books, supplies, and personal computer needs.
Transportation: Estimated costs based on Washington Financial Aid Association recommended amount informed by student surveys, which may include transportation between campus, residences, and work.
Personal Expenses: Estimated costs based on Washington Financial Aid Association recommended amount informed by student surveys and includes a variety of miscellaneous costs students may experience.
Estimate Your Financial Aid Options
The net price calculators are designed to help you estimate your financial aid options for Seattle University. Please be sure to complete the entire process to ensure the best possible results.
Please note that the tool demonstrates possible aid for domestic students only. International students should contact the Admissions Office for information regarding merit-based aid options.
Get in Touch
We’re here to help. For information about costs at Seattle University contact:
Student Financial Services
Vi Hilbert Hall