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Strategic Plan

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Seattle Pacific University’s strategic plan articulates who we are, why we exist, and how we are called to serve in this moment. Grounded in our Christian mission, it reflects a commitment to academic excellence, vibrant faith, and a grace-filled community. Engaging the Culture, Changing the World is our vision and it comes to life through our students, our academic commitment to faith and learning, and our presence in the world-class city of Seattle.

Mission

Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling grace-filled community.

Vision

Engaging the Culture, Changing the World

Strategic Position and Core Themes

Seattle Pacific University is a vibrant Christian community in which students learn how Christ compels love for the world and how to promote the common good. SPU’s personal and prestigious programs equip students to make contributions in Seattle and beyond, showing how academic excellence empowers professional calling and a life of service. An SPU graduate possesses an ethical orientation and moral framework grounded in faith, to reimagine the boundaries of the possible, addressing the world’s most complex challenges with faithfulness, humility, and courage.

Our Pillars

Personal and Prestigious

SPU will enhance its reputation and distinctiveness through high-value, relationship-driven programs that integrate mentoring, research, and professional preparation.

Vibrant Christian Campus

SPU will foster a thriving, faith-centered community where students, faculty, and staff grow spiritually, intellectually, and professionally together.

Operational Agility

SPU will build a nimble, efficient organization capable of adapting quickly to change while sustaining educational excellence and effective stewardship.

Strategic Innovation

SPU will pursue bold, forward-looking ideas and partnerships that reimagine faith-integrated education and strengthen its impact and relevance in a changing world.

Outcomes

  • Leading Voice in Faith Integration 
  • Great Colleges to Work For 
  • Balanced Budget with Margin 
  • Reduced Deferred Maintenance 
  • Student Enrollment of 3,000 
  • Improved Retention and Graduate Rates 
  • Growth in Christian Formation 
  • Enhanced Donor Engagement