Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Saint Leo, Florida |
| Online | saintleo.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Saint Leo University, established in 1889, is a private liberal arts institution located in Saint Leo, Florida, approximately 35 miles north of Tampa. It offers a suburban campus environment amidst the rolling hills of Central Florida, with Spanish Mission-style architecture prevalent throughout its buildings. The university serves a diverse student body and provides a range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable emphasis on business, education, and criminal justice majors. Saint Leo is considered moderately selective in its admissions process. For students opting for residential life, the university offers on-campus housing options. While the athletic prowess of Saint Leo University is not the defining element of the institution, it does compete in NCAA Division II as the Lions, with several sports programs, including but not limited to soccer, basketball, and golf.
In the most recent statistical year 6,928 prospective students applied, and 5,549 were granted admission. Of those admitted 880 enrolled in the school. 5,509 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,733 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $24,990 plus fees of $2,060. St. Leo University is ranked 704 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
St. Leo University is rated within the lower 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Saint Leo University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#704 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#460 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#22 in Best Colleges in Florida
#16 in Best Private Colleges in Florida
#65 in Best Value Colleges in Florida
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 980/1190 |
| ACT | 20/27 |
| GPA | 3.1 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $780 |
| Other Fees | $2,060 |
| Room and Board | $15,400 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,372 |
| Total One Year Cost | $46,602 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 34% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 23% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 16% |
| Psychology | 7% |
| Education | 5% |
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Questions and Answers
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Current students may use the Saint Leo University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024