Undergraduate Scholarships and Grants

Discover financial aid opportunities at Seattle University. From automatic merit scholarships to full-tuition awards for eligible undergraduate students.

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Explore Financial Support for Your Education

Seattle University is committed to making quality education accessible. We offer a comprehensive range of scholarships and grants to support undergraduate students in achieving their academic goals. From automatic merit awards to specialized programs for underrepresented students, we're here to help make your Seattle University education affordable.

Scholarships for Undergraduate Students

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Merit Awards

First-year, transfer, undocumented and international students who complete an admissions application to Seattle University are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships.

For first-year students, these scholarships are renewable (up to 4 years!). Transfer students with more than 45 credits may receive awards for up to 3 years. Transfer students with less than 45 credits may receive awards for up to 4 years.

Merit scholarships are based on the information in your admissions application — not finances — and are at least $8,000 per year.

100%

of First-Year Students Received Aid (2024–25)

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Washington's College Bound Program

Seattle University incoming first-year students enrolled in Washington's College Bound Program may be considered to receive financial aid to cover their full, demonstrated financial need for four years.

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Seattle Promise

Seattle University aspires to be the preferred transfer destination for Seattle Promise students. Seattle Promise students enrolled in the Washington State College Bound Scholarship program that complete a DTA or AS-T with a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA are guaranteed admission. They are also eligible to receive full tuition awards to Seattle University.

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Additional Undergraduate Scholarship Opportunities

Costco Scholarship

The Costco Scholarship at Seattle University provides financial scholarships, career programming, and professional networking opportunities for high-achieving, high-need students from historically underrepresented communities.

Rainier Scholars Scholarship Program

In partnership with Rainier Scholars, the Rainier Scholars Scholarship at Seattle University provides financial scholarships and college success counseling for underrepresented students.

Change Makers

Change Makers at Seattle University is a college and career readiness program for Garfield students and Garfield alumni attending Seattle University. Change Makers who demonstrate academic preparedness and civic engagement in high school receive a 4-year tuition-paid scholarship to study at our institution.

Sullivan Scholarship

Seattle University's Sullivan Scholarship provides comprehensive four-year funding, covering full tuition, room and board, and all academic fees. This prestigious award is granted annually to two exceptional students from Jesuit or Catholic high schools.

Fostering Scholars

Fostering Scholars is a full scholarship and program of support awarded to eligible students currently in - or who aged out of - the foster care system. Recipients receive financial, academic and personal support towards the completion of an undergraduate degree at Seattle University.

Passport to Careers

The Washington State Passport to Careers Scholarship provides scholarships and support services to eligible students who have experienced foster care and/or homelessness without a guardian (unaccompanied homelessness).

FACHEX and Tuition Exchange

Seattle University participates in Tuition Exchange and FACHEX - scholarship awards for dependents of faculty and staff at partnering colleges and universities. Learn more about the programs.

ROTC

Full tuition scholarships are available, in addition, the university supports room and board grants for all contracted Cadets. A contracted Cadet also receives a $420 per month stipend during the academic year and a $1,200 a year stipend for books and fees.

Naef Scholarship

The Naef Scholarship Program supports rising juniors and seniors at Seattle University who are committed to social justice, providing need-based awards of $3,000 or $4,500. Established through an endowment from Sue M. Naef's estate, the program recognizes outstanding students from diverse backgrounds and fosters a community of peer engagement.

Outside Scholarships

Scholarships from other sources, referred to as "Outside Scholarships", are scholarships that students receive from organizations other than Seattle University.

SU Departmental Scholarships

Many undergraduate departments at Seattle University offer program-specific scholarships based on merit or financial need. Explore each college or school's website to learn about eligibility and how to apply.

Grants for Undergraduate Students

Grants are available from federal, state, institutional sources.

Get in Touch

We’re here to help. For questions or more information about financial aid contact:

Student Financial Services

Vi Hilbert Hall, 2nd floor
Monday–Friday 9:30am–4:00pm
Drop-in Counselors available 10:00am–3:00pm