Saint Leo University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Saint Leo University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Saint Leo University is a medium-sized private university located on a suburban campus in Saint Leo, Florida. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,740, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 71%. The university offers 50 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 46%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for students are $23,990.
Rankings
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- #2 Ranked in Best Online Associate in Information Technology Programs
- #3 Ranked in Best Online Supply Chain Management Programs of 2022
- #4 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Crime Scene Investigation Programs
- #9 Ranked in Most Popular Online Computer Science Degree Programs
- #10 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Project Management Programs of 2022
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
71% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
57% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
46% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRecommended
Letter of recommendationConsidered (not required)
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programConsidered (not required)
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile19-25
SAT 25th-75th Percentile930-1150
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
10k
Students enrolled
84%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
32%
Unknown
20%
Black
24%
Hispanic
15%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
6%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
51% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
40
Total Online Enrollment
8,030
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.84% online, 16% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
60% On-campus
40% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate83% online
Bachelor's30% online
Graduate Certificate8% online
Master's63% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
51%
State Grant Aid
55%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
51%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$39k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Beach Volleyball
- Gymnastics
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 12 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 15 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies. | |||
| 16 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 17 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 18 | Psychology. | |||
| 19 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 20 | Security And Protective Services. | |||
| 21 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 22 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 23 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.