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Overview

Bastyr University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Kenmore, Washington, United States. Founded in 1978, Bastyr University is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. This institution provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 48-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply. Bastyr University also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Bastyr University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Bastyr University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Bastyr University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Bastyr University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
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Acronym
Founded 1978
Motto At the heart of natural medicine
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Location

Address 14500 Juanita Drive NE
Kenmore
98028-4966 Washington
United States
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Bastyr University Phone Number (425) 602 3000
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Website

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Recognition and Accreditation

Bastyr University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Bastyr University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1989


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Bastyr University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
  • Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • American Dietetic Association, Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education
  • Council on Naturopathic Medical Education
  • Midwifery Education Accreditation Council


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Bastyr University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Bastyr University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Bastyr University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Bastyr University's academic range and degree level offering.



Bastyr University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Bastyr University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Bastyr University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Bastyr University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Bastyr University.



Bastyr University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro)
International
students		 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Bastyr University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Bastyr University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Bastyr University Admission Info


Bastyr University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Bastyr University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Bastyr University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Bastyr University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Bastyr University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Bastyr University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Bastyr University's Admission Office Admission Office

14500 Juanita Drive NE
Kenmore 98028
(425) 823 1300


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Bastyr University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Bastyr University Size and Profile


Bastyr University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Bastyr University has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Bastyr University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Bastyr University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Bastyr University's Control Type Control Type

Bastyr University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Bastyr University's Entity Type Entity Type

Bastyr University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Bastyr University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Bastyr University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Bastyr University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Bastyr University adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.


Bastyr University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Bastyr University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Bastyr University Facilities


Bastyr University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Bastyr University's Library
Bastyr University's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 16,331 physical volumes, 2,825 physical media, 53 digital/electronic media and 50 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Bastyr University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Bastyr University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Bastyr University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 132 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Bastyr University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Bastyr University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Bastyr University Services


Bastyr University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Bastyr University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Bastyr University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Bastyr University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Bastyr University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Bastyr University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Bastyr University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Bastyr University
  • School of Naturopathic Medicine
  • School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
  • Department of Nutrition and Exercise Science
  • Department of Counseling and Health Psychology
  • Department of Basic Sciences
  • Department of Midwifery
  • Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations
  • Bastyr University Research Institute

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Memberships and Affiliations

Bastyr University Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bastyr University public or private?

Bastyr University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Bastyr University profit or non-profit?

Bastyr University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Bastyr University in terms of enrollment?

Bastyr University has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Bastyr University in terms of academic staff?

Bastyr University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.

Is Bastyr University a coeducational institution?

Bastyr University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Bastyr University use?

Bastyr University adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Bastyr University affiliated with?

None.

Does Bastyr University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Bastyr University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Bastyr University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Bastyr University ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro). International students: 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Bastyr University located?

Bastyr University is located in Kenmore, Washington, United States. Address: 14500 Juanita Drive NE.

Is Bastyr University accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Bastyr University is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (since 1989).

Does Bastyr University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Bastyr University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Bastyr University have a university library?

Yes Bastyr University's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 16,331 physical volumes, 2,825 physical media, 53 digital/electronic media and 50 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Bastyr University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Bastyr University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Bastyr University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 132 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Bastyr University have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Bastyr University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Bastyr University offer career services?

Yes

Does Bastyr University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Bastyr University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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