College comparison

Linfield University vs Seattle University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Linfield University McMinnville, OR	Seattle University Seattle, WA
Acceptance rateSeattle University is more selective	85%	77%
SAT (25–75)	—	1200–1430
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,621	4,062
Avg net price	$26,536	$34,662
Median earnings (10 yr)Linfield University reports higher median earnings	$78,638	$75,272
Graduation rate	70%	76%
Median debt	$25,000	$19,883
Economic mobility	—	1.9%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Linfield University or Seattle University harder to get into?

Seattle University is more selective: Linfield University's acceptance rate is approximately 85% and Seattle University's is approximately 77% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Linfield University vs Seattle University?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at Linfield University and 1200–1430 at Seattle University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.