Mission, Vision & Values

We are guided by a deep commitment to empowering you to improve the human condition and shape a better world for all.

  1. Who We Are
  2. Mission, Vision & Values
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Forward-Thinking University, Transformational Education

Our inclusive and innovative education prepares you to thrive professionally and live purposefully in a diverse, interconnected and rapidly changing world.

Our strong connections to greater Seattle's diverse communities and game-changing employers give you an inspiring and supportive environment to live out your personal mission, vision and values.

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Mission

Seattle University is dedicated to educating the whole person, to professional formation, and to empowering leaders for a just and humane world. 

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Vision

We will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.  

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Values

  • Care: We put the good of students first.
  • Academic Excellence: We value excellence in learning with great teachers who are active scholars.
  • Diversity: We celebrate educational excellence achieved through diversity.
  • Faith: We treasure our Jesuit Catholic ethos and the enrichment from many faiths of our university community.
  • Justice: We foster a concern for justice and the competence to promote it.
  • Leadership: We seek to develop responsible leaders committed to the common good.

Putting Vision into Action

A bold vision requires a strategic institutional plan. See how we’re activating our vision through thoughtful, community-focused and courageous institutional work.

Strategic Directions 2022–2027
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hear from OUR ALUMNI

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Daniel Verburg, ‘17 

“My experience with Seattle University has opened my mind a lot. It’s provided me with different perspectives that I didn’t get before coming here.” 

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50 Acres in the Heart of Seattle

Nestled in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, our campus is a green haven within the vibrancy of the city.

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