Bastyr University

Bastyr University is a small private non-profit doctoral university located in Kenmore, Washington, with an undergraduate enrollment of 39. Classified as a doctoral research university, it supports graduate programs in select disciplines and allocates significant resources to faculty research activity alongside its undergraduate mission. As an independently governed, non-profit institution relying on tuition, endowment returns, and philanthropic support, it operates within the broader Washington postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. The institution maintains an open-admissions policy for most of its programs, making it accessible to a broad range of prospective students. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $49,364. Median debt at graduation for federal aid recipients is $13,817. The student-to-faculty ratio is 12:1. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.