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Known for psychology — close-knit campus
Bastyr University is a private institution in Kenmore with particular strength in psychology and health sciences.
A small campus of 58 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
graduates earn a median of $49,364 a decade after enrollment.
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News & Alerts
Bastyr University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
48.7%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
0
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (24)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
85%
- •85% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Bastyr University was established in 1978 as the John Bastyr College of Naturopathic Medicine in Seattle.
- •In 1984, the school was renamed Bastyr College; in 1994, it became Bastyr University.
- •In 1996, Bastyr relocated to its current location in the Saint Thomas Center, formerly St.
- •Pizzorno served as president until his retirement in June 2000.
- •In November, 2005, the university purchased the property, which it had been leasing from the Archdiocese of Seattle.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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