Seattle Pacific University Programs – Tuition Fees – Acceptance Rate – Deadlines

Nestled in the vibrant city of Seattle, Washington, Seattle Pacific University (SPU) stands as a beacon of academic excellence and Christian values. Founded in 1891, SPU has a rich history of providing students with a transformative education that fosters intellectual growth, spiritual development, and a commitment to service. With its diverse student body, renowned faculty, and commitment to social justice, SPU offers a unique and enriching learning experience.

SPU is recognized for its rigorous academic programs, which span a wide range of disciplines. The university offers over 50 undergraduate majors and 20 graduate programs, all designed to prepare students for success in their chosen fields. SPU’s commitment to academic excellence is evident in its impressive rankings: U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks SPU among the top regional universities in the West, and the university has been recognized for its innovative teaching and student engagement.

SPU understands that the cost of higher education can be a burden for many families. The university is committed to making SPU accessible to all students, offering a variety of scholarships and financial aid packages. In addition to need-based aid, SPU also awards merit scholarships to recognize academic achievement and leadership potential.

Undergraduate Programs

Following undergraduate Majors and Minors are taught at Seattle Pacific University,

Area of Study	Programs
Major	Accounting (BA)
Minor	Accounting Minor
Minor	Anthropology Minor: Biological Anthropology
Minor	Anthropology Minor: Cultural Anthropology
Minor	Anthropology Minor: Linguistics
Major	Apparel Design (BA)Fashion
Minor	Apparel Design and Merchandising Minor
Major	Apparel Merchandising (BA)Fashion
Major	Applied Human Biology (BS)Biomechanics
Major	Applied Mathematics (BS)Actuarial Studies
Minor	Appropriate and Sustainable Engineering Minor
Major	Art History and Visual Studies (BA)
Minor	Art History and Visual Studies Minor
Minor	Art Minor in Studio: 2-D Media
Minor	Art Minor in Studio: 3-D Media Sculpture
Minor	Art Minor in Studio: Digital Media
Major	Art: Emphasis in Photography (BA)
Major	Art: Emphasis in Studio Arts (BA)
Major	Art: Emphasis in Visual Arts (BA)
Minor	Asian Studies Minor
Major	Biochemistry (BS)
Minor	Bioethics and Humanities Minor
Major	Biology (BA)
Major	Biology (BS)
Minor	Biology Minor
Minor	Business Administration Minor
Major	Business Administration: Economics (BA)
Major	Business Administration: Finance (BA)
Major	Business Administration: General Track (BA)
Major	Business Administration: Information Systems (BA)
Major	Business Administration: International Business (BA)
Major	Business Administration: Management (BA)
Major	Business Administration: Marketing (BA)
Major	Business Administration: Public Policy (BA)
Major	Business Administration: Social Enterprise (BA)
Major	Cellular and Molecular Biology (BS)
Major	Chemistry (BA)
Major	Chemistry (BS)
Minor	Chemistry Minor
Minor	Christian Discipleship Minor
Minor	Christian Scripture Minor
Major	Christian Theology (BA)Missions
Minor	World Civilizations
Minor	Coaching Science Minor
Minor	Communication Minor
Major	Communication Studies (BA)
Major	Computer Engineering (BS)
Minor	Computer Engineering Minor
Major	Computer Science (BA)
Major	Computer Science (BS)
Minor	Computer Science Minor
Minor	Costume Design Minor
Minor	Data Analytics Minor
Major	Early Childhood Education with P-3 Certification (BA)
Major	Early Childhood Education: No Certification (BA)
Major	Ecology (BS)Environmental Studies
Minor	Economics Minor
Major	Economics: Business Analysis (BA)
Major	Economics: Development Economics (BA)
Major	Economics: Financial Economics (BA)
Major	Economics: General Track (BA)
Major	Economics: Public Policy (BA)
Minor	Ecotheology Minor
Major	Electrical Engineering (BS)
Minor	Electrical Engineering Minor
Program	Elementary Certification
Minor	English Creative Writing Minor
Minor	English Literature Minor
Minor	English Professional Writing Minor
Major	English: Creative Writing Concentration (BA)
Major	English: Literature Concentration (BA)
Minor	Entrepreneurship Minor
Major	Exercise Science (BS)Kinesiology
Minor	Exercise Science MinorKinesiology
Minor	Film Studies Minor
Minor	Food & Nutritional Sciences MinorNutrition, Culinary Studies
Major	Food & Nutritional Sciences: Food & Nutrition Emphasis (BS)Nutrition, Culinary Studies
Major	Food & Nutritional Sciences: Sports & Exercise Emphasis (BS)Nutrition, Culinary Studies
Minor	Francophone Studies MinorFrench
Major	General Engineering (BS)
Major	General Studies
Major	Global Development Studies (BA)GDS, Poverty Studies, Non-Profit Studies
Minor	Health and Fitness Minor
Minor	History Minor
Major	History: General Track (BA)
Minor	History: Museum Studies Minor
Major	History: Museum Studies Track (BA)
Major	Honors Liberal Arts Major
Minor	Honors Liberal Arts Minor
Minor	Human Development & Family Studies Minor
Major	Illustration (BA)Painting, Figure Drawing, Motion Design
Minor	Information Studies Minor: Art Emphasis
Minor	Information Studies Minor: Art History and Visual Studies Emphasis
Minor	Information Studies Minor: Communication Emphasis
Minor	Information Studies Minor: Computer Science Emphasis
Minor	Information Studies Minor: General Emphasis
Minor	Information Studies Minor: History Emphasis
Minor	Information Studies Minor: Philosophy Emphasis
Minor	Information Studies Minor: Political Science Emphasis
Minor	Information Studies Minor: Theology Emphasis
Minor	Information Studies Minor: Visual Communication Emphasis
Major	Information Systems (BS)
Major	Integrated Studies: Health & Fitness Concentration (BA)Education, Teaching, Teaching Certification/Teaching Certificates
Major	Integrated Studies: Language Arts Concentration (BA)Education, Teaching, Teaching Certification/Teaching Certificates
Major	Integrated Studies: Mathematics Concentration (BA)Education, Teaching, Teaching Certification/Teaching Certificates
Major	Integrated Studies: Natural Sciences Concentration (BA)Education, Teaching, Teaching Certification/Teaching Certificates
Major	Integrated Studies: Social Sciences Concentration (BA)Education, Teaching, Teaching Certification/Teaching Certificates
Major	Integrated Studies: The Arts Concentration (BA)Education, Teaching, Teaching Certification/Teaching Certificates
Minor	Interactive Computing & Art Minor
Major	Journalism (BA)Journalism
Minor	Journalism Minor
Minor	Leadership Studies Minor
Major	Life Science (BA)
Minor	Linguistics and Cultural Studies Minor
Minor	Math Minor
Major	Mathematics (BA)
Major	Mathematics (BS)
Major	Mechanical Engineering
Minor	Mechanical Engineering Minor
Minor	Music Minor
Major	Music Therapy: Emphasis in Physical Ed & Exercise Sci (BA)
Major	Music Therapy: Emphasis in Psychology (BA)
Major	Music Therapy: Emphasis in Special Education (BA)
Minor	Music and Worship Arts Minor
Major	Music: Composition (BA)
Major	Music: Music Production (BA)
Major	Music: Performance (BA)
Major	Music: Research (BA)
Major	Nursing (BS)
Major	Nutrition and Dietetics (BS)
Program	P-12 Health/Fitness Certification
Program	P-12 Music Certification
Program	P-12 Theater Certification
Program	P-12 Visual Art Certification
Minor	Philosophy Minor
Major	Philosophy: General Track (BA)
Major	Philosophy: Technical Track (BA)
Major	Physics (BS)
Minor	Physics Minor
Major	Physics with Education Focus (BA)
Major	Physics: General Emphasis (BA)
Major	Physiology (BS)
Minor	Political Science Minor
Major	Political Science: General Track (BA)
Major	Political Science: International Affairs Track (BA)
Major	Political Science: Public Policy and Law Track (BA)
Major	Politics, Philosophy & Economics: Applied Economics (BA)
Major	Politics, Philosophy & Economics: Financial Economics (BA)
Major	Politics, Philosophy & Economics: International Affairs (BA)
Major	Politics, Philosophy & Economics: Law (BA)
Major	Politics, Philosophy & Economics: Philosophy (BA)
Major	Politics, Philosophy & Economics: Public Administration (BA)
Major	Politics, Philosophy & Economics: Social Enterprise (BA)
Program	Pre-Law
Program	Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental/Pre-Professional Health
Program	Pre-Optometry
Program	Pre-Pharmacy
Program	Pre-Physical Therapy/Pre-Occupational Therapy
Program	Pre-Veterinarian
Major	Professional StudiesApplied Sciences-Transfer, technical degree, professional degree, liberal arts
Major	Psychology BA: Animal Behavior Track
Major	Psychology BA: Clinical-Counseling Psychology Track
Major	Psychology BA: Community Psychology & Behavioral Health Track
Major	Psychology BA: Cross-Cultural Track
Major	Psychology BA: Data Analytics Track
Major	Psychology BA: Developmental Psychology Track
Major	Psychology BA: Psychological Science Track
Major	Psychology BA: Social-Personality Psychology Track
Major	Psychology BA: Sports Psychology Track
Major	Psychology BS: Animal Behavior Track
Major	Psychology BS: Behavioral & Cognitive Neuroscience Track
Major	Psychology BS: Psychological Science Track
Minor	Psychology Minor
Program	School of Education Certification Programs
Program	Secondary Certification
Major	Social Justice & Cultural Studies: Advanced Cultural Studies
Major	Social Justice & Cultural Studies: Art for Social Change
Major	Social Justice & Cultural Studies: Environmental Justice
Major	Social Justice & Cultural Studies: Mediation, Peace, & Conflict
Major	Social Justice & Cultural Studies: Pre-Law Human Rights&Policy
Major	Sociology (BA)
Minor	Sociology Minor
Minor	Spanish Studies Minor
Major	Special Education: Educational Ministry Emphasis (BA)
Major	Special Education: Elementary Certification (BA)
Major	Special Education: Secondary Certification (BA)
Major	Special Education: Special Education Studies (BA)
Major	Student-Designed Major
Major	Teacher Certification
Minor	Theatre Minor
Minor	Theological Studies Minor/Religious Studies
Minor	Urban Studies Minor
Major	Visual Arts (BA)
Major	Visual Communication (BA)Graphic Design, Web Design
Minor	Women’s Studies Minor
Minor	Worship Arts Leadership Minor
Minor	Youth Ministry Minor

Graduate Programs

Following graduate degree programs are taught at Seattle University,

• Data Analytics in Business (MS)
• Data Analytics in Business (MS) (online)
• Graduate Certificates in Business
• Summary of certification and endorsement offerings
• Accelerated Master of Arts in Teaching 
• Accelerated Master of Arts in Teaching Online
• Master in Teaching Math and Science
• Master in Teaching Math and Science Online
• Master of Arts in Teaching
• Master of Arts in Teaching Online
• Alternative Route to Certification (ARC)
• Master of Education in Educational Leadership
• Principal Certification
• Program Administrator Certification
• School Executive Leadership Program
• Superintendent Certification
• Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
• Master of Education in Digital Education Leadership
• Master of Education in Literacy, Language, and Equity
• Accelerated Master of Arts in Teaching/Master of Arts in Teaching to Master of Education in Literacy, Language, and Equity
• Education (EdD)
• Education (PhD)
• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
• Clinical Psychology (PhD)
• Industrial-Organizational Psychology (MA and PhD)
• Marriage and Family Therapy (MS)
• Medical Family Therapy Certificate
• Research Psychology (MS)
• Master of Divinity (MDiv)
• Theology (MA)
• Graduate Certificate in Christian Studies
• MS in Marriage and Family Therapy/MA in Theology (Theological Integration)
• MS in Marriage and Family Therapy/Master of Divinity

Acceptance Rate

SPU has a competitive admissions process, with an acceptance rate of approximately 92%. The university looks for students with strong academic records, a demonstrated commitment to community service, and a passion for learning.

Tuition Fees Breakdown

• Undergraduate Tuition: $41,750 per year
• Graduate Tuition: Varies by program

General Application Requirements

• Undergraduate: Completed application, high school transcript, standardized test scores (optional), letters of recommendation, personal statement
• Graduate: Completed application, undergraduate transcript, letters of recommendation, personal statement, GRE or GMAT scores (for some programs)

Major Scholarships

• Presidential Scholarship: Awarded to incoming freshmen with exceptional academic achievement and leadership potential
• Trustee Scholarship: Awarded to incoming freshmen with strong academic records and a commitment to community service
• Merit Scholarships: Awarded to incoming freshmen, transfer students, and current students based on academic achievement

Application Deadlines

• Undergraduate: Early Decision: November 15; Regular Decision: February 1
• Graduate: Varies by program

Notable Alumni

SPU has a long history of producing successful alumni who have made a significant impact in their communities and around the world. Some notable alumni include:

• Eugene Peterson: Author of the bestselling book “The Message”
• Rachel Held Evans: Author and blogger
• Dan Savage: Sex columnist and author
• Rick Warren: Pastor of Saddleback Church

How To Apply

To apply to SPU, please visit the university’s online application portal website where you can find all the relevant information about application of undergraduate and graduate programs for both USA and international students.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the acceptance rate at SPU?

A: The acceptance rate at SPU is approximately 80%.

Q: What is the average tuition cost at SPU?

A: Undergraduate tuition is $41,750 per year. Graduate tuition varies by program.

Q: What are the application deadlines for SPU?

A: Undergraduate Early Decision: November 15; Regular Decision: February 1 A: Graduate Varies by program

Q: What are some of the major scholarships offered at SPU?

A: SPU offers a variety of scholarships, including the Presidential Scholarship, Trustee Scholarship, and Merit Scholarships.