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Bastyr University

Kenmore, Washington 98028-4966

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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.

Established
1978
Motto
Vis medicatrix naturae
Type
Private university

Campus Visits

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Acceptance
SAT Avg
58Students
9:1Student:Faculty
Grad Rate
$49,364Earnings 10yr

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Bastyr University Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition
Median Debt at Graduation$13,817
Monthly Payment (10yr)$146

Financial Intel

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

4900.0%

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

Programs (24)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
58
Gender Split
84% / 16%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
38%

Race & Ethnicity

White 78%
Black 7%
Hispanic 3%
Two+ 9%

Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$46,867
8 Years$50,438
10 Years$49,364

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
Forbes
#52

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

118High

Estimated from WA state average + suburban adjustment

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 60"Sunny days: 250Rainy days: 75

Nearest Cities

Seattlepop. 740K
9 mi(16 min)
Portlandpop. 650K
154 mi(267 min)
San Franciscopop. 870K
688 mi(1193 min)

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