Seattle Pacific University (SPU) Market Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Seattle Pacific University (SPU)

• Mission: Seattle Pacific University is committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating individuals of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling a grace-filled community.

• Founded: Established in 1891 by Free Methodist pioneers.

• Key People:

• President: Dr. Deana L. Porterfield, EdD

• Headquarters: 3307 3rd Ave West, Seattle, WA 98119-1997

• Number of Employees: No information is available

• Revenue: No information is available

• Known For: SPU is a nationally ranked Christian liberal arts university recognized for a full range of undergraduate and graduate programs and commitment to groundbreaking research.

Products

Educational Programs

• Undergraduate Programs:

• Offers 56 majors and 61 minors

• Top programs: Psychology, Nursing, Business Administration, Computer Science, Honors, Physiology, Exercise Science, English, Mechanical Engineering, Apparel Design.

• Graduate Programs:

• Includes 17 master’s degree programs and 5 doctoral degree programs.

• New programs include a Master of Science in Research Psychology and a Master of Arts in Theology.

• Continuing Education:

• Certificate programs in diverse fields including Human Resource Management and Faith and Business.

Key Features

• Academic Excellence and Relevance: SPU emphasizes high-quality academic offerings integrated with a distinctly Christian worldview.

• Transformative Student Experience: Offers a holistic approach to student learning, with small class sizes and personalized faculty mentoring.

• Vital Christian Identity and Purpose: Dedicated to integrating faith with learning and life experiences.

Recent Developments

• Sale of Camp Casey: SPU is selling Camp Casey Conference Center and the adjacent Fort Casey Inn to the YMCA of Snohomish County, effective January 1, 2025.

• National Ranking and Recognition:

• Ranked as a “Best National University” by U.S. News & World Report for the ninth consecutive year in 2025.

• No. 1 ranked Christian university in the Northwest according to Niche’s 2025 Best Christian Colleges in America.

• Faculty Achievements:

• Tracie Delgado, Professor of Biology, was included in The Atlas of Inspiring Hispanic/Latinx Scientists.

• Leadership Changes:

• Dr. Kathy Lustyk named Vice President for Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer.

• Alissa Mahar named Vice President for Business and Finance.

• Partnerships:

• YMCA of Snohomish County will take over operations of Camp Casey and Fort Casey Inn to continue SPU’s legacy of youth education and community service.

New Features and Initiatives

• Academic Programs Growth: Introduced new undergraduate and master’s degree programs to enhance academic offerings and stay competitive.

• Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: SPU continues to engage diverse communities, with 54% of undergraduate students representing ethnic minority groups.

Events and Activities

• Virtual Tours and Events: Offers a 360 virtual tour of the campus and organizes numerous community engagement events such as “Falcon Fridays.”

• Public Lectures: Hosts events such as lectures by renowned speakers to engage the community and enrich the academic environment.

For further inquiries or interviews, please contact Tracy Norlen, Director of Public Information, at tcnorlen@spu.edu or 206-963-9779.