Seattle University
About
Located in Seattle's vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood, Seattle University is a premier Jesuit institution renowned for its progressive social justice mission and top-tier programs in business (the Albers School), nursing, and science and engineering. The student experience is defined by an active, community-minded campus culture where undergraduates balance rigorous academics with local service, environmental sustainability initiatives, and the rich cultural offerings of the Pacific Northwest. What truly sets the university apart is its commitment to *cura personalis* (care for the whole person), which ensures small, discussion-based classes taught entirely by faculty, alongside direct internship pipelines to nearby global giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Boeing.
Wikipedia:Seattle University is a private Jesuit university in Seattle, Washington, United States. It is the largest independent university in the Northwestern United States, with over 7,500 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within seven schools.
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Essay Requirements
Seattle University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
See the current Common App essay prompts for the personal statement options.
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