by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a SPU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how SPU measures up.
SPU is ranked #2,285 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Washington, it ranks #45 of 65 for value.
Among the majors SPU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Economics | #9 of 12 |
| Pre-Physical Therapy Studies | #12 of 17 |
| Illustration | #15 of 59 |
| General Physiology | #26 of 30 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #26 of 47 |
| Health/Medical Prep Programs | #47 of 73 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #62 of 72 |
| Exercise Physiology | #67 of 93 |
| Visual Communications | #78 of 122 |
| Physiology & Pathology Sciences | #79 of 110 |
Below is the detailed SPU value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Seattle Pacific University is ranked #8 out of #68 in Washington for quality and #45 out of #65 for Washington value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the SPU financial aid page to be sure.
Seattle Pacific University is ranked #2,285 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Seattle Pacific University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SPU costs about $25,438. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $101,753 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $56,166 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $24,488 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $25,438 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $101,753 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about SPU net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a SPU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $224,664 | — | — |
| All Students | $101,753 | #2,285 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $97,952 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $224,664 | — | — |
| All Students | $101,753 | #45 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $97,952 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at SPU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $19,348 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,024 |
| $48K–$75K | $23,893 |
| $75K–$110K | $29,476 |
| Over $110K | $32,524 |
About 97% of SPU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $28,171 per year. Get more details on the SPU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the SPU net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.