Our Campus

Enjoy a purposefully designed, vibrant campus in the heart of tech-heavy Seattle, located near the eclectic Capitol Hill and First Hill neighborhoods.

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Vibrant Campus Designed with Purpose

You’ll love living and learning on our beautiful, modern campus. Enjoy lush gardens, award-winning sacred spaces and modern, light-filled buildings with a view of the mountains and iconic Seattle skyline.

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Designed for Sustainability and Environmental Justice

Our Jesuit values mean we’ve designed a campus with an environmental justice mindset. Sustainability is core to who we are and we are incredibly committed to taking action on every level.

We have the first-in-the-nation university gardens that are pesticide free, designed by celebrity master gardener Ciscoe Morris.

Seattle University was the first university in the Pacific Northwest to earn the title of Fair Trade Designated University.

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Reflective Spaces on Campus 

Find quiet spaces throughout campus:

  • Chapel of St. Ignatius
  • Japanese American Remembrance Garden
  • Multifaith Prayer Space
  • Ecumenical Chapel
  • Labyrinth

Plus, the art and sculpture spread throughout campus not only enhance its beauty but also invite contemplation, fostering a daily examination reflective of whole person education. 

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Vibrant and Historic Neighborhoods

The Capitol Hill and First Hill area stands as highly coveted neighborhoods in Seattle, boasting a multitude of appealing attributes. The area's vibrancy is felt through its dynamic food, coffee, and music scene, creating an atmosphere brimming with energy and excitement.

To get a real-time sense of the #capitolhill vibe, search the hashtag on TikTok to see the daily experiences and distinctive character of the area. Follow Seattle University’s own TikTok account to see daily stories of happenings on campus, in the residence halls, and in the surrounding Capitol Hill neighborhood.

 

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Global Culture 

Just east and south of our campus are some of the most culturally and ethnically diverse neighborhoods on the west coast. The Central District, Little Ethiopia, Little Saigon and the International District are all within walking distance and offer you a taste of home or different cultures on nearly every corner. 

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Getting to Campus 

Our urban campus is in the heart of tech-heavy Seattle, located near the eclectic Capitol Hill and First Hill neighborhoods near downtown Seattle. Our central location means there are lots of ways to get to campus, from biking to the Seattle Streetcar. 

 

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901 12th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122