Seattle University School of Law
General Info
Seattle University is a Jesuit Catholic university in the United States. Located on Seattle, Washington's First Hill, it was founded as the School of the Immaculate Conception by the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), and continues to operate as a Jesuit institution. Today, Seattle University is one of 28 member institutions of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities.
Contact information
- (Website) https://www.law.seattleu.edu/
- (Admissions Dean) lawadmis@seattleu.edu
- (Location) Seattle, WA
Seattle Law School Admissions
Seattle Law School is considered a Somewhat Competitive law school, which accepts only 59% of its applicants. Comparatively, Seattle is Higher than the average cost for law school.
| Applications | Offers | Matriculated | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2028 | 1549 | 903 (58.30%) | 201 (13.0%) |
| 25% | Median | 75% | |
| GPA | 2.99 | 3.24 | 3.49 |
| LSAT | 151 | 154 | 157 |
Tuition And Financial Aid
| In-State Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $41,900 | $41,900 |
| Part Time | $30,726 | $30,726 |
Living Expenses
- Living on-campus: $23,936
- Living off-campus: $23,936
- Living at home: $11,066
Important Dates
- Early Decision 1: 02/01
- Early Decision 2: N/A
- Regular Decision: 03/01
- Application Fee: $60
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Seattle Law School Community
Seattle Law School is considered to have a Favorable student to faculty ratio. The average class size for 1L sections is approximately Above Average compared to other law schools. Student diversity at Seattle is Average.
Student body
Faculty Statistics
- Full Time: 54
- Part Time: 58
Faculty
- # Female Faculty: 48
- # Minority Faculty: 25
Ratio
13.1 Students
1 Faculty
Housing Options
- On Campus Housing: Yes
- Graduate Housing: Yes
- Law Specific Housing: No
Seattle Law School Curriculum
The size of 1L sections affects the quality and consistency of teaching in law schools. Generally with smaller 1L section sizes, students receive more individualized attention. Seattle Law School 1L section size is 11% larger than law schools in Washington and 9% larger than all PRIVATE law schools.
1L Section Size Comparison
Positions Available in Advanced Courses
- Simulation Courses: 695
- Faculty Supervised Clinics: 122
Students Involved in Advanced Activities
- Field Placements: 301
- Law Journals: 157
- Moot Court/Mock Trials: 0
Attrition Rates
- First Year: 10.6%
- Second Year: 1.3%
- Third Year: 0.4%
- Fourth Year: 2.2%
Seattle Law School Employment
Deciding to attend law school requires a large financial investment with the goal of securing employment upon graduation. The Seattle Law School class of 2023 had an employment rate of 78% with 3% pursuing an additional degree.
Employment Comparison
In 2023, 89.9%% of students reported their employment status 9-months after graduation.
Type of Employment
- Law Firms: 51.0%
- Business: 21.0%
- Government: 12.0%
- Public Interest: 7.0%
- Academia: 2.0%
- Washington: 90%
- Alaska: 1%
- California: 1%
Bar Passage Rates
- Reporting: 89.9%
- First Time Takers: 296
- Average School: 75.9%
- Average State: 80.7%
- Pass Difference: -4.8%
Top Bar Jurisdiction
- Washington: 80.7%
- Passed: 202 of 266 (75.9%)
- State Average: 80.7%
- Difference: -4.8%