Seattle University Scholarships and Grants 2027
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About the University
Seattle University is a private Jesuit Catholic university located in the heart of Seattle, Washington, founded in 1891. Known for its emphasis on academic excellence, social justice, and service-oriented education, the university offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across disciplines including business, engineering, law, nursing, education, and the arts. With small class sizes and a student-centered approach, Seattle University combines rigorous academics with real-world experience, community engagement, and global perspectives, preparing students to become ethical leaders and professionals.
Degree Levels
Undergraduate Programs
Scholarships are available for first-year, transfer, international, and undocumented students.
Programs include Business, Arts & Sciences, Nursing & Health Sciences, Science & Engineering, Education, Law, and Fine Arts (Cornish College of the Arts).
Graduate Programs
Scholarships are available for Master’s, Doctoral, and Law programs.
Funding supports merit-based and departmental awards, as well as graduate-specific fellowships.
Available Subjects
Scholarships and grants cover a wide range of academic disciplines:
Business & Economics
Arts & Sciences
Nursing & Health Sciences
Science & Engineering
Education
Law
Fine Arts
Some awards are program-specific, while others apply broadly to all majors.
Scholarship Benefits
Merit scholarships starting at $8,000 per year for undergraduates
Full-tuition scholarships for select programs (e.g., Sullivan Scholarship, Seattle Promise, ROTC, Fostering Scholars)
Renewable awards up to four years for first-year students
Financial support for graduate and law students at admission
Access to ScholarshipUniverse for donor-funded scholarship matching
Additional funding through federal, state, and institutional grants
Types of Scholarships and Grants
Undergraduate Scholarships
Merit Awards (automatic consideration)
Sullivan Scholarship (full tuition, room, and board)
Seattle Promise
Costco Scholarship
Rainier Scholars Scholarship
Change Makers Program
Fostering Scholars
Naef Scholarship
ROTC Scholarships
Washington College Bound & Passport to Careers
Graduate Scholarships
Graduate Merit Scholarships (offered at admission)
AmeriCorps / Peace Corps Scholarships
The Sinegal Fellowship
Departmental Scholarships
Outside Scholarships
Grants
Federal Pell Grant
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
Washington College Grant
Seattle University Institutional Grants
Eligible Nationalities
U.S. citizens
Permanent residents
International students
Undocumented students (select undergraduate awards)
Eligibility varies by scholarship or grant type.
Eligibility Criteria
Admission or application to an eligible undergraduate or graduate program
Strong academic performance (merit-based scholarships)
Demonstrated financial need (need-based grants)
Enrollment status (full-time or part-time depending on the award)
Program-specific or departmental criteria for certain scholarships
Most merit-based scholarships are automatically considered based on admissions application.
Application Procedure
Apply for admission to an eligible program at Seattle University
Complete FAFSA or WASFA (for need-based aid where applicable)
Merit scholarships are automatically awarded via admissions application
Search and apply for additional scholarships through ScholarshipUniverse
Review department/program websites for specific opportunities
Accept awarded financial aid through the student portal
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