In addition to direct instructional costs, Seattle Pacific University’s tuition and fees covers a wide range of student and academic support services, including guidance services and social activities. Other student benefits include admission to all university athletic events.
All tuition, fees, and other charges stated in this publication are payable in U.S. dollars ($US). The following charges do not apply to graduate, doctoral, or Summer Session courses. The fees for graduate, doctoral, and summer courses are published in separate catalogs or bulletins.
Autumn 2015–Spring 2016
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Per quarter for courses numbered 0000–4999
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1–11 credits, per credit
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$1,019
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12–18 total credits
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$12,228
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Additional per credit hour over 18
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$1,019
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Tuition for registered nurse to bachelor of science program (GHC/SEIU cohorts only), per credit
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$449
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Tuition for arranged courses
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regular rates apply
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Tuition for auditing courses
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regular rates apply
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Advance Payments
Admitted students should reserve their place at SPU by submitting their $200 advance payment on or before May 1, 2015 (National Candidate’s Reply Date). This payment is required from all students prior to registration.
Administrative, Course, Student Services, Medical Insurance, and Other Special Program Fees
For specific classes with fees, refer to the 2015-16 Time Schedule and/or revision listings.
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Application Fee
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$50
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Matriculation fee
A student who has been admitted to the University and subsequently registers for courses is considered a matriculated student. A matriculation fee of $100 is assessed only once at the time of an admitted student’s initial registration. This fee covers the costs associated with initial advising, registration, and maintaining students’ academic files over the duration of their stay at Seattle Pacific. A student’s academic file may contain admission records, transcripts, and evaluations of the coursework from other institutions, academic appeals, graduation check sheet, etc.
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$100
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Change of registration fee
Students are expected to be registered for the next quarter by the last day of finals. Students may lose their opportunity to return if they are not registered by the deadlines. A late registration fee of $50 may be charged for late registration.
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$50
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Official transcript fee
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$5
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Undergraduate/Post-Baccalaureate Internship
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$125/qtr
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Course fee for EDSC 4240
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$25/qtr
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Assessment Fee
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$65
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Technology fee, per quarter 8+ credits
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$44
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1-7 credits
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$6 per credit
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This fee is used to offer new software, upgrade classrooms, and improve technology support to students, faculty, and labs.
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Student Activities Fee, per quarter 12+ credits
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$90
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1-11 credits
The Student Activity Fee supports intramural programs, Royal Brougham equipment, and Wellness programs (may include nutrition, sleep, stress management, fitness, etc.). It also provides for student-led social, cultural, and educational programming and ministries, student services, student publications, and opportunities for leadership and involvement through the Associated Students of Seattle Pacific (ASSP).
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$6 per credit
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Commuter Parking Fee, per quarter
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$140
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Residential (Ash, Moy, Hill, Apts) Parking Fee, per quarter
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$140
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Residential (Arnett, Emerson) Parking Fee, per quarter
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$150
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Motorcycle (50% Discount)
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$70/$75 (Emerson/Arnett)
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Carpool 2-person (50% Discount)
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$70
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Carpool 3-person
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Free
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SeaPac Pass replacement fee (for lost/stolen/damaged card)
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$20
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Temporary SeaPac replacement card fee
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$5
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*Any vehicle maintained, owned, or operated by an SPU student or employee must be registered with the Office of Safety and Security if it is to be parked on SPU’s campus, including city streets. Registration/application forms are available online and in person.
Any changes in parking status must be reported to Safety and Security within 10 days of the change by calling 206-281-2922. Parking refunds are calculated in accordance with the tuition-refund policy.
Note: If you completely withdraw from the University, you must inform Safety and Security to be eligible for a refund of your parking fees.
Music
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Individual instruction fee
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For nonmajors (per credit)
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$175
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For majors only (1 or 2 credits)
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$175
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Piano class instruction fee (two tiered)
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1 credit = $50
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2 credits = $75
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Voice class instruction fee (two periods weekly), per quarter
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$75
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Theory lab fee (I-VI), per quarter
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$25
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Nursing
- Comprehensive testing program and access to online skills modules (one-time, nonrefundable fee of $720 in first nursing course).
- Clinical practicum fee ($80/practicum/internship credit).
- Lab fees: $150 per quarter.
- Clinical Consortium fee $100 per year.
- Background check: $55 for junior year; $17 for senior year.
- Books and supplies: approximately $1,100 for Autumn Quarter, junior year. Additional book costs: approximately $100 per quarter.
- Uniforms and shoes: approximately $250.
- Costs for transportation to and parking at practicum sites vary by quarter; students are responsible for their own transportation to practicum sites.
- Other costs include personal health insurance, immunizations with yearly updates, BLS for health care provider (CPR training) and HIV/AIDS training.
- Costs at the end of the program are for the national licensure examination (NCLEX-RN) and state licensure. Check links for current costs.
Special Examination Fees
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Credit by examination or challenge fee
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Per-course examination fee
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$100
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Per-credit-hour fee
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$40
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Study Abroad Administrative Fees
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All programs
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$300
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Other Course Fees
Certain courses have additional costs associated with them such as skiing, mountain climbing, some psychology labs, music composition, and math courses. These courses, with their applicable fees, are listed in the 2015-16 Time Schedule and/or revision listings.
Medical Insurance Fees
All international students and their dependents are required to enroll in the University International Student Medical Insurance Plan. Any exceptions require documentation of a comparable plan.
Waivers may be obtained in Health Services only and must be completed prior to the 10th day of the quarter to ensure appropriate coverage enrollment. Any changes in coverage (i.e., addition or deletion of spouse or child) must be submitted prior to the 10th day of the quarter.
Student Services Fees
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Center for Career and Calling Services
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Career testing
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$20 per test
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Health Services
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Residential students
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fees included in room charges
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Commuter students
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$35 per quarter on first visit
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Study-Away Programs
Students enrolled in off-campus study programs will follow a special payment schedule. Students should contact Student Financial Services (SFS) as soon as they are accepted to participate in the off-campus program. SFS will determine if financial aid is in order so those students may meet the tour departure date. Study tours must be paid in full prior to departure.
Room Charges, Per Year
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Ashton, Hill, and Moyer Residence Halls (traditional residence halls)
Requires purchase of a Weekly Block Plan each quarter.
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Double Room
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$5,700
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Triple Room
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$5,100
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Arnett and Emerson Residence Halls (suite-style residence halls)
Requires purchase of a Weekly Block Plan each quarter.
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Single room — private bath
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$8,208
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Single room — shared bath
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$7,713
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Double room — private bath
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$7,227
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Double room — shared bath
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$6,732
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Triple/quad room — shared/private bath
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$6,243
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Campus Houses and Apartments
(No meal plan required)
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One- or two-person unit (studio or one bedroom)
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$7,071
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Three-or-more-person unit (two or more bedrooms)
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$5,808
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Wesley Apartments
(No meal plan required)
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Two-person unit (one bedroom)
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$7,470
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Four-person unit (three bedrooms)
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$6,702
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Four-person unit (four bedrooms)
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$7,935
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Meal Plan Charges, Per Year
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Weekly Block 21
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$4,653
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Weekly Block 14
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$4,395
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Weekly Block 10
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$4,185
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Weekly Block 7
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$4,017
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Block 50 (50 meals in Gwinn)
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$1,431*
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Block 25 (25 meals in Gwinn)
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$747*
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Falcon Funds
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Minimum $25 purchase*
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*Block 25, Block 50, and Falcon Funds are priced per purchase and may be renewed at student's discretion.
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Expenses for 2015-16 Full-Time Undergraduates Living On/Off Campus*
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Per Quarter
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Per Year
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Tuition
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$12,228
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$36,684
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Student Activity and technology fee (mandatory fees)
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$134
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$402
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Room and Meal Plan (traditional residence-hall double with Weekly Block 21 meal plan)
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$3,451
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$10,353
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Textbooks, supplies, average loan fee (for student-loan borrowers), miscellaneous/personal, and transportation average cost
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$1,371
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$4,113
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Total
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$17,184
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$51,552
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*Estimated.
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Expenses for 2015-16 Full-Time Undergraduates Living With a Parent/Relative*
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Per Quarter
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Per Year
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Tuition
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$12,228
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$36,684
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Student Activity and technology fee (mandatory fees)
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$134
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$402
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Room and Board
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$1,223
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$3,669
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Textbooks, supplies, average loan fee (for student-loan borrowers), miscellaneous/personal, and transportation average cost
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$1,280
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$3,840
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Total
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$14,865
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$44,595
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*Estimated.
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