City University of Seattle serves students regionally, nationally, and globally, reaching across borders to impart knowledge and empower individuals. With a focus on adult learners and online students, we provide flexible, accessible programs tailored to meet the needs of the modern learner. Offering over 60 academic degree programs, we are committed to expanding our student’s knowledge, skills, and possibilities. Our mission is deeply rooted in the belief that education can improve lives. We invite you to join us in our commitment to fostering community, promoting diversity, and providing an environment where every student can thrive and achieve their educational goals.

City University of Seattle (CityU) is a distinguished and comprehensive private nonprofit university and an affiliate of the National University System. CityU is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). We are dedicated to providing accessible, achievable higher education to adult learners. As a pioneer in digital learning, we have been delivering online/virtual education for over 40 years. CityU is ranked by the U.S. News & World Report among the top for online bachelor’s degree programs, and among the top online programs for veterans in the U.S. CityU prides itself on having a completion rate of twice the national average according to data from the Chronicle of Higher Education.

CityU’s academic credit internships are designed to match qualified students searching for practical on-the-job training. Students are connected with employers in the Pacific Northwest seeking highly-motivated interns to carry out real-world projects and assignments.
Connect with the Career Center to learn more about available internships or to share an internship opportunity (employers).

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Contact our PSA counselor for more information

College-level English proficiency for undergraduate degree or certificate programs must be demonstrated prior to enrollment by submitting proof of one of the following:

• Completion of Level 6 of the CityU English Language Program or the equivalent level of a CityU-recognized English language program.
• An iTEP score of at least 4.0 or an equivalent (refer to table in the English Language Program section below for the iTEP English Proficiency measurements).
• Graduation from a high school in an English-speaking country where the language of instruction was English.
• Completion of at least 45 quarter degree credits (or 30 semester degree credits) at an accredited or CityU-recognized institution where the language of instruction was English, with satisfactory academic progress (cumulative GPA 2.0 or better)
• Completion of at least 45 quarter degree credits (or 30 semester degree credits) in American Council on Education (ACE)-recommended courses with the U.S. Armed Forces.
• An undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited or CityU-recognized institution where the language of instruction was English.

TOEFL iBT = 76

IELTS = 6.0

PTE = 51

Duolingo = 100