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City University of Seattle
City University of Seattle (CityU) is not located in the United Kingdom; it is a private, nonprofit university headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA. It was founded in 1973 and offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs through its Seattle campus, a Vancouver, British Columbia location, and extensive online delivery. The institution is known for career-focused education, particularly in business, education, technology, and counseling. If you are looking for a UK institution with a similar name, the relevant university is City, University of London (formerly City University), a public research university in London.
Key Facts
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, Seattle headquarters with additional locations in Vancouver, Canada and online programs
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseMid-Size Community
10/10
Diversity
1/10
Academic Rigor
8/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Temperate maritime
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
86% placement rate
Popular fields
International RelationsVisual ArtsPsychologyComputer ScienceData ScienceEnvironmental ScienceBusiness AdministrationPublic Health
Top Recruiters
PwCEYKPMGAccentureBarclays
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Student Life
6,500 students (2,000 international)
Campus: Urban, Seattle headquarters with additional locations in Vancouver, Canada and online programs
Location: Seattle, United Kingdom
Climate: Temperate maritime
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
LibrarySports ComplexStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 70%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Sep–Jan for Sept intake; rolling for many PG programs
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 70%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.0
💡Typical apply window for United Kingdom: Sep–Jan for Sept intake; rolling for many PG programs