Seattle University has found its niche. We’re excited to share that Seattle University is ranked as the #1 private university in Washington state and #16 among Catholic universities in the U.S., according to the most recent Niche college rankings. Besides its Top 20 Catholic university ranking, Seattle University also landed in the Top 100 nationally in five other categories: - Best College Location (#29) - Best Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (#31) - Best College for Nursing (#41) - Best College for Criminal Justice (#42) - Best College for Art (#98)