Seton Hill University
Greensburg, PA, USA
Originally founded as a women’s college, Seton Hill University is a coeducational Catholic liberal arts college in western Pennsylvania. Seton Hill is home to five schools conferring undergrad degrees in over 80 academic majors. In addition, all Seton Hill students receive an iPad and the university remains the first institution of higher education to distribute tablets to all students. As a Catholic university, Seton Hill celebrates mass on Sundays and three weekdays at the Saint Joseph Chapel.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
-
Not for Profit
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Roman Catholic
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
---|---|---|
Fall Regular Decision | August 15 |
Admitted Student Stats
In-State Students
75%
Out-Of-State Students
21%
30%
Submitting ACT
93%
Submitting SAT
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,012
Total Number of Undergrads
1,653
Classroom Sizes
2-19 Students
63%
20-39 Students
34%
40-99 Students
2%
0
100
52%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
66%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
14:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. |
$40,224
|
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. |
$40,224
|
Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
|
$13,350
|
Books and Supplies |
$1200
|
Aid & Grants
0
100
80%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
30%
Average Aid Per Year
$27,461
30%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,966
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$24,213
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
81%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,761
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$21,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$258
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Male
Female
35%
US National: 44%
65%
US National: 56%
Student Organizations
58
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
55%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Griffins
School Colors
crimson and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Pittsburgh
New York
Washington
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$44,500
What Students Are Saying
The campus is beautiful. The class sizes are small so there is one on one time to learn. The professors are amazing at what they do.
Corey from Reynoldsville, PA
Seton Hill is a great school. With a variety of majors and a strong art and music department, Seton Hill has something to offer every type of student. Also the dining hall serves great food.
Ian from Greensburg, PA
Seton Hill is a small, beautiful, castle like, and close-knit school that wants to see its students succeed. The students and faculty are all open minded and supportive of everyone. Do not let the Catholic affiliation run you off, everyone is accepted and nothing is forced on you.
Cassandra from Olive Branch, MS
It is an AMAZING college. The teachers are kind, helpful, and know their students by name. Parking is not the best, but the beauty of the school makes up for it.
Katelyn from Saltsburg, PA
I absolutely love it here! There is such a tight knit community between the students, faculty, and community. I definitely found an awesome school with a lot of pride and character.
Corrine from Windber, PA
Seton Hill has a beautiful campus. Nowhere else will you get the one on one experience with faculty members who actually know your name. Its small size make Seton Hill the most personable school I know of.
Breanna from Greensburg, PA
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Seton Hill University