Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
Seattle University tuition, food, housing and fees as an undergraduate—see the estimated costs to attend.
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Investing in You
A college education is an investment in your future. Our team is here to understand your individual financial situation and find ways to meet your needs. At Seattle University, we will work with you to provide guidance, answer questions, and help make sure you and your family are making informed decisions every step of the way.
Unpacking Our Tuition and Fees
At Seattle University, we don’t want the cost of our education to limit your access to a hands-on, world-class education. We will work with you to make sure you can manage the cost in the most responsible way possible.
See the cost of attendance per course credit, quarter and academic year.
For Summer 2025, Fall 2025, Winter 2026 and Spring 2026
| Tuition | Per Credit | Per Quarter | Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time (12 to 18 credits) | $19,275 | $57,825 | |
| Part-time (1 to 11 credits) -OR- for additional credits above 18 | $1,285 | ||
| Summer 2025** | $771 | ||
| English Language and Culture Bridge (ELCB) Under 1000 Level | $413 | ||
| Auditors | $270 |
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 tuition rate is a 40% discount from the standard rate.
See below for the additional fees related to applying, enrolling and attending Seattle University.
| Type |
Cost 2025-26 |
|---|---|
| Application Fees | |
| Undergraduate, Post-Baccalaureate & Non-Matriculated | $60 |
| Enrollment Confirmation Deposits | |
| First-Year Student | $500 |
| Transfer Student | $200 |
| Mandatory Enrollment Fees | |
| Wellness Fee (per quarter) | $172 |
| The 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 (per quarter) | $208 |
| The Technology Fee makes up a small portion of the funding for Information Technology Services (ITS) and is used to assist with the cost of core student technology systems (e.g., Canvas, mySeattleU, Microsoft Office), public safety systems, internet service, networking, and much more. | |
| Matriculation Fee (charged one-time during first quarter enrolled, non-refundable) | $175 |
| The one-time mandatory Matriculation Fee offsets the cost of maintaining and storing academic records. | |
| Student Health Insurance Fee | |
| International Students only (mandatory, annual rate) | $1,976 |
| Program Specific Fees | |
| Nursing BSN: Applies beginning the Spring Quarter of the student's sophomore year | $490 |
| 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. | varies |
| Orientation Fees | |
| The 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. | |
| First-Year Student (charged one-time during first quarter enrolled, non-refundable) | $400 |
| Transfer Student (charged one-time during first quarter enrolled, non-refundable) | $215 |
| First-Year Guest Attending (per individual) | $100 |
| Transfer Guest Attending (per individual) | $55 |
| Education Abroad Pre-departure Paperwork Fees | |
| Submissions After Education Abroad Deadline | $125 |
| Submissions After Education Abroad Program Begins | $250 |
| Transfer Articulation Fee | $1000 |
| Official Transcript Fees | |
| Transcript (additional vendor service fees apply) | $7.50 |
| Transcript Rush Processing (per transcript) | $25 |
| Diploma Replacement Fees | |
| Regular Delivery (4-6 weeks delivery) | $25 |
| Rush Delivery, U.S. Address, including to SU (1 week delivery) | $100 |
| Rush Delivery, International Address | $200 |
| Miscellaneous Fees | |
| Identification Card (Campus Card) Replacement | $20 |
| Late Registration (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 First-Year Enrollment Confirmation Deposit saves your spot for your intended quarter of enrollment. Your deposit is applied to the first tuition bill. Students who cancel their enrollment before May 1 are eligible for a $200 refund; after that date, it is non-refundable. International students have a deposit requirement in all start terms; domestic students enrolling for winter or spring quarter are not required to submit a deposit.
**The Transfer Student Enrollment Confirmation Deposit saves your spot for your intended quarter of enrollment. Your non-refundable deposit is applied to the first tuition bill. International students have a deposit requirement in all start terms; domestic students enrolling for winter or spring quarter are not required to submit a deposit.
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 (Fall, Winter & Spring).
| Bellarmine, Campion, and Xavier | 2025-26 Quarterly | 2025-26 Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $4,385 | $13,155 |
| Double | $3,242 | $9,726 |
| Double Plus | $3,342 | $10,026 |
| Triple | $2,500 | $7,500 |
| Triple Plus | $2,668 | $8,004 |
| Chardin | 2025-26 Quarterly | 2025-26 Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $4,681 | $14,043 |
| Double | $3,500 | $10,500 |
| Suite | $3,409 | $10,227 |
| Kolvenbach | 2025-26 Quarterly | 2025-26 Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Double Room | N/A | N/A |
| Murphy Apartments | 2025-26 Quarterly | 2025-26 Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Prices depend on # of roommates and size of room | $3,285-$6,212 | $9,855-$18,636 |
| Douglas Apartments | Monthly |
|---|---|
| 1-5 Bedrooms | Contact Leasing Office |
| Yobi | 2025-26 Quarterly | 2025-26 Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Price depends on apartment style | $4,330-$5,630 | $12,990-$16,890 |
| Vi Hilbert Hall | Monthly |
|---|---|
| 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 | 2025-26 Quarterly | 2025-26 Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum | For extra hearty eaters | $3,092 | $9,276 |
| Expanded | For hearty eaters eating mostly on campus | $2,576 | $7,728 |
| Residential | Required minimum for all 1st and 2nd year students living on campus | $2,060 | $6,180 |
| Restricted A | A reduced meal plan available upon request for residential students with specific medical or financial circumstances | $1,546 | $4,638 |
| Restricted B | A restricted meal plan only for those who are not required to purchase a meal plan. | $1,031 | $3,093 |
| Convenience | A minimal plan for those who are not required to purchase a meal plan. | $515 | $1,545 |
| Graduate/Commuter | For students who occasionally need to purchase meals on campus. | $221 | $663 |
Supplemental Meal Plans
Supplemental meal plans are 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.
Cost of Attendance & Financial Need
Federal law requires colleges and universities to provide students with the Cost of Attendance (COA), which is the total estimated price to attend for one academic year and is used to determine a student's eligibility for financial aid. To prepare a student's financial aid offer, the Student Financial Services Office subtracts the Student Aid Index (SAI) 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.
The COA includes both direct and indirect costs incurred during the academic year. Direct costs are billed through the student account at Seattle University, such as tuition, fees, housing and meal plans. Indirect costs are expenses students aren't billed for by Seattle U but are paid by the student such as transportation, books, supplies, loan fees and personal expenses. Students will not be billed for housing and meals if they are not utilizing those services.
The following are sample student budgets for the nine-month academic year for full-time, undergraduate students, enrolled for 12–18 credits.
| Budget Category | 2025-26 Undergraduate Student Living On or Off Campus |
2025-26 Undergraduate Student Living With Parents or Relatives |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $57,825 | $57,825 |
| Books & supplies | $660 | $660 |
| Technology Fee | $624 | $624 |
| Wellness Fee | $516 | $516 |
| Housing | $10,440 | $2,940 |
| Food | $6,180 | $2,940 |
| Loan Fee | $65 | $65 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,908 | $1,908 |
| Transportation | $1,710 | $1,710 |
| Total Budget | $79,928 | $69,188 |
After financial need has been determined, Student Financial Services prepares a financial aid offer, 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 offer 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 letter 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 anticipated enrollment of full-time (12-18 credits).
Housing: Average of on campus housing regardless of room type. Actual costs may differ based on the actual 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 the 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 Calculator is designed to help you estimate your financial aid options for Seattle University as a full-time undergraduate student. 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, 2nd floor
Monday-Friday 9:30am-4:00pm
Drop-in Counselors available 10am-3pm