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City University of Seattle

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Overview

Established in 1973, the City University of Seattle is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Seattle (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Washington. This institution also has branch campuses in United States Aberdeen, Centralia, Everett, Longview, North Seattle, Port Angeles, Renton, Shoreline, Tacoma, Vancouver; Outside of the U.S. Canada, Mexico, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Greece, Romania, Slovakia, Switzerland, China and Australia. Officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, City University of Seattle (CityU) is a very small-sized (¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. City University of Seattle (CityU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. The acceptance rate range is 100% making this US higher education organization a non-selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CityU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

City University of Seattle's Control Typeprivate

Entity

City University of Seattle's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

City University of Seattle' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

City University of Seattle's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenon-selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym CityU
Founded 1973
Motto BeCitywise
Colours Maroon, wheat and gray
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official City University of Seattle general video presentation.

University Location

Address 521 Wall Street
Seattle
98121 Washington
United States
City University of Seattle's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
City University of Seattle Phone Number +1 (206) 239 4500
City University of Seattle Fax Number +1 (425) 709 5361
Other locations United States Aberdeen, Centralia, Everett, Longview, North Seattle, Port Angeles, Renton, Shoreline, Tacoma, Vancouver; Outside of the U.S. Canada, Mexico, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Greece, Romania, Slovakia, Switzerland, China and Australia

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following City University of Seattle's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify City University of Seattle's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This City University of Seattle's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at City University of Seattle.

City University of Seattle: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

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City University of Seattle's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


City University of Seattle's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has City University of Seattle a selective admission policy? None, open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

City University of Seattle's acceptance rate range is 100% making this institution a non-selective higher education institution.


City University of Seattle's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


City University of Seattle's Admission Office Admission Office

11900 NE First Street
Bellevue 98005
(425) 637 1010
(800) 426 5596

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ publishes below some major size and profile indicators for City University of Seattle.

City University of Seattle's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

City University of Seattle has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


City University of Seattle's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


City University of Seattle's Control Type Control Type

City University of Seattle is a private higher education institution.


City University of Seattle's Entity Type Entity Type

City University of Seattle is a non-profit higher education institution.


City University of Seattle's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


City University of Seattle's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Quarters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

City University of Seattle does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ provides below the official City University of Seattle's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral/Professional Universities
Size & Setting Four-year, very small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority graduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, higher part-time institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Professional-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

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City University of Seattle's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

City University of Seattle's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 6,510 physical volumes, 188 physical media, 82,256 digital/electronic media and 99 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. City University of Seattle's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

City University of Seattle's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the City University of Seattle provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 54 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

City University of Seattle's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

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City University of Seattle's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

City University of Seattle's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

City University of Seattle's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

City University of Seattle's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

City University of Seattle's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


City University of Seattle's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

City University of Seattle is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1978


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ publishes the following list of the most important City University of Seattle's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Project Management Institute Global Accreditation Center


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ publishes the following list of the most important City University of Seattle's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National University System (NUS)
  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

City University of Seattle's Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

City University of Seattle's X (formerly Twitter) page

YouTube YouTube

City University of Seattle's YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

City University of Seattle's Instagram page

LinkedIn LinkedIn



TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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