College comparison

Seattle University vs Southern California Institute of Architecture

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	Seattle University Seattle, WA	Southern California Institute of Architecture Los Angeles, CA
Acceptance rateSouthern California Institute of Architecture is more selective	77%	77%
SAT (25–75)	1200–1430	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	4,062	236
Avg net price	$34,662	$43,923
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Seattle, WA	Los Angeles, CA

Quick answers

Is Seattle University or Southern California Institute of Architecture harder to get into?

Southern California Institute of Architecture is more selective: Seattle University's acceptance rate is approximately 77% and Southern California Institute of Architecture's is approximately 77% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Seattle University vs Southern California Institute of Architecture?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1200–1430 at Seattle University and — at Southern California Institute of Architecture. 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.