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Saint Leo University

Saint Leo, Florida
  • Private
    4 year
  • 2,370
    Full + Part time Students
  • 1:14
    Faculty to Student Ratio
  • 20%
    Transfer Student Ratio
  • $9,761
    Avg. Financial Aid
The opportunities at Saint Leo University are as diverse as our student population. As one of the top-ranked regional universities in Central Florida according to U.S. News & World Report, we offer over 50 academic programs that meet the academic, spiritual, and professional goals of more than 16,000 students worldwide. Nearly 2,300 traditional undergraduate students attend our main campus in Saint Leo, nestled in the rolling hills of west Central Florida just 30 minutes north of Tampa. With small classes averaging just 18 students, courses provide personalized attention from caring faculty and utilize the latest in educational technology to foster real-world learning to prepare Saint Leo graduates for the competitive global marketplace.
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Overview

Founded 1889
Total Faculty 226
Full-Time Undergraduate 2,370
Application Acceptance Rate 52%
Transfer Students 468
Programs 57 Programs
Courses 634 Courses
Transfer Agreements 15 incoming Transfer Agreements
Equivalencies 4,581 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition $20,150
Out-of-State Tuition $20,150
Books and Supplies $1,200
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid 95%
Federal Loans: Average amount received $2,700
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid 88%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received $7,061
  • Scholarships and Financial Aid:
    Saint Leo offers a variety of financial aid options. Transfer students may qualify for an academic merit award based upon their cumulative GPA.
  • Tuition and Fees:
    2015-2016: Tuition $20,150 per year (2 semesters); Fees $680; Room & Board $9,870 (varies by housing and meal plan selected).

Information for Transfer In Students

  • Accepts Transfers:
    Saint Leo accepts transfer students with a minimum cumulative college GPA of 2.5. Transfer priority application deadline for Spring students is November 1. Transfer priority application deadline for Fall students is July 1.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Spring Priority November 1
Fall Priority March 1

Transfer Application Requirements

  • Minimum GPA:
    Saint Leo requires a minimum cumulative college GPA of 2.5 for transfer admission consideration.
  • Official Transcripts:
    The submission of an official transcript from each institution attended is required. If you have less than 24 college credits, we will also need your official high school transcripts.
  • Letters of Recommendation:
    A letter of recommendation completed by your Dean of Student Services is required.
  • Essay:
    An essay or graded writing sample may be required as part of our evaluation for admission.
  • Application Fee:
    There is no fee to apply.
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Transfer Credit Policy

  • Minimum Grade:
    Saint Leo does publish minimum/maximum grade requirements for transfer credit.
  • Credits (Min/Max):
    The max number of credits that can be transferred and accepted from community or junior colleges is 64 hours.

Saint Leo University

Address:
Office of Admissions P.O. Box 6665, MC2008
Saint Leo, Florida 33574-6665
United States
Main Phone:
(352) 588-8283
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Contacts

Transfer Admission Contact:
Misty Rhoden
Assistant Director for Transfer Admission
(352) 588-8303
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International Admissions Contact:
Maribeth Giese
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions - International Recruitment, Undergraduate Admissions
352-588-8284
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Athletic Director Contact:
Francis Reidy
Director, Athletics
(352) 588-8246
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Last updated on 5/23/2022 by AcademyOne.