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Seattle Pacific University vs University of Washington-Seattle Campus

DNP programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
University of Washington-Seattle Campus
$18,633 vs $20,850
Easier to get into
Seattle Pacific University
91.1% vs 42.5% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Seattle Pacific University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeDNPDNP
Formatin personin person
LocationSeattle, WASeattle, WA
Length36 months36 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate91.1%BEST42.5%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$20,850$18,633 in / $32,511 outBEST
In-state tuition$20,850$18,633BEST
Out-of-state tuition$20,850BEST$32,511
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Seattle Pacific University or University of Washington-Seattle Campus?

University of Washington-Seattle Campus is the more affordable option at roughly $18,633, compared to $20,850. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Seattle Pacific University and University of Washington-Seattle Campus the same type of program?

Both are DNP programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between Seattle Pacific University and University of Washington-Seattle Campus?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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