City University of Seattle Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
City University of Seattle is a private research university in Seattle, Washington, enrolling about 1,137 students. City University of Seattle awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $14,589 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $69,460 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $14,589
- 2024 Average Net Price: $35,049 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,137 10.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 16.67%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 40.9%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition decrease of 14.0% from 2018 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 48.8% from 2018 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 6.2%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,177
City University of Seattle: what the data shows
Common questions about City University of Seattle, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is City University of Seattle?
City University of Seattle is located in Seattle, WA (ZIP 98121).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is City University of Seattle public or private?
City University of Seattle is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does City University of Seattle cost?
Published tuition: $14,589.
Average net price after aid: $35,049.
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $58,356.
How big is City University of Seattle?
Total enrollment: 1,137 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,177 students.
Graduate enrollment: 820 students.
About 11% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at City University of Seattle?
150%-time completion rate: 16.67%.
What do graduates of City University of Seattle earn?
Median earnings: $56,195 six years after entry; $69,460 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
10.70% of students receive Pell grants.
What is City University of Seattle known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (133 completions)
- Curriculum and Instruction (79 completions)
- Education, General (53 completions)
- Computer Science (40 completions)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (39 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (20 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (20 completions)
- Cybersecurity Defense Strategy/Policy (20 completions)
- General Studies (18 completions)
- Project Management (17 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is City University of Seattle a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 16.67%; median earnings $69,460 at 10 years; net price $35,049. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$14,589
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at City University of Seattle was $14,589.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$35,049
2024 Value
In 2024 City University of Seattle had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $35,049.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$140,196 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$35,049 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$58,356 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional where not shown.
4-year total cost breakdown for City University of Seattle.
Financial Aid by Income Level
10.70% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
11.86% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at City University of Seattle was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for City University of Seattle in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $14,880 | $14,880 | $32,119 |
| 2016 | $16,748 | $16,748 | — |
| 2017 | $16,920 | $16,920 | — |
| 2018 | $16,973 | $16,973 | $23,557 |
| 2023 | $14,589 | $14,589 | $35,049 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
City University of Seattle reported total enrollment of about 1,137 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 48% male and 52% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (60.6%), White (16.2%), and Black or African American (8.1%). About 10.70% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 40.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
10.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at City University of Seattle in 2024 is 1,137 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,177 students. Graduate enrollment is about 820 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 60.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
16.67% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from City University of Seattle completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 56% male / 44% female
- Curriculum and Instruction: 15% male / 85% female
- Education, General: 21% male / 79% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for City University of Seattle.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$69,460 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.99% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
395.45% Return on Investment
3.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for City University of Seattle.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 34 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 133 completions
2. Curriculum and Instruction: 79 completions
3. Education, General: 53 completions
4. Computer Science: 40 completions
5. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 39 completions
6. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 20 completions
7. Elementary Education and Teaching: 20 completions
8. Cybersecurity Defense Strategy/Policy: 20 completions
9. General Studies: 18 completions
Most popular programs at City University of Seattle.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for City University of Seattle graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for City University of Seattle from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 6.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,147
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,232
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
City University of Seattle is a private non-profit institution located in Seattle, WA, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Curriculum and Instruction, Education, General. Enrollment is approximately 1,137 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (60.6%), White (16.2%), Black or African American (8.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 16.67%. Approximately 10.70% of students receive Pell Grants. About 40.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Seattle, WA 98121
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 16.67% graduation rate at City University of Seattle falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is City University of Seattle located?
City University of Seattle is located in Seattle, WA.
How much does City University of Seattle cost?
Reported tuition is $14,589 and average net price is $35,049 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at City University of Seattle?
City University of Seattle reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,177 students, Hispanic or Latino (60.6%), White (16.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend City University of Seattle?
About 40.9% of students at City University of Seattle are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of City University of Seattle earn?
Median earnings are $56,195 six years after entry and $69,460 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at City University of Seattle?
The 150%-time completion rate is 16.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do City University of Seattle students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
Is City University of Seattle public or private?
City University of Seattle is a private nonprofit institution located in Seattle, WA.
Is City University of Seattle an HBCU?
No. City University of Seattle is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is City University of Seattle a tribal college?
No. City University of Seattle is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is City University of Seattle a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—City University of Seattle reports 60.6% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is City University of Seattle religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for City University of Seattle in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Washington college costs
- Washington colleges by ROI
- Seattle, Washington city profile
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Washington
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.