Southeastern University
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$26,520
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About Southeastern University
Southeastern University is a medium-sized private university located on an urban campus in Lakeland, Florida. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 8,312, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 43%. The university offers 64 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 48%, and a student-faculty ratio of 28:1. Tuition and fees for students are $26,520.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
43% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 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
66% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
48% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. 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 scores Considered (not required)
High school transcript Required
High school rank Recommended
Letter of recommendation Required
High school GPA Required
Open admission No
Completion of college prep program Recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Yes
Credit for qualified life experience* Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*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 Percentile 19-24
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 960-1170
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of between 5,000 and 15,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards10k
Students enrolled
53%
Online student enrollment
28:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
56%
Hispanic
22%
Black
13%
Two or more races
3%
Unknown
2%
Asian
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
59%
Socio-economic diversity
46% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
19
Total Online Enrollment
5,051
Percent of Programs Online
81% On-campus
19% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates Not offered
Associate 60% online
Bachelor's 14% online
Graduate Certificate 29% online
Master's 24% online
Doctorate Not offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
---|---|---|
Undergraduate | $26,520 | $26,520 |
Graduate | $13,365 | $13,365 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
Costs to Consider | Price |
---|---|
Books and supplies | $1,600 |
On-campus room and board | $10,380 |
On-campus other expenses | $4,080 |
Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $10,380 |
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,400 |
Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,400 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
---|---|---|
On-campus | $42,580 | $42,580 |
Off-campus without family | $40,900 | $40,900 |
Off-campus with family | $30,520 | $30,520 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
46%
State Grant Aid
47%
Institution Grant Aid
91%
Pell Grant
46%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$22k
Average student debt after graduation
$31k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NAIA Division I
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track Field Indoor
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Baseball
- Basketball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.
1Biological And Biomedical Sciences
BA
MA
DOC
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
BA
MA
DOC
2Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
BA
MA
DOC
Organizational Leadership
BA
MA
DOC
Business Administration and Management, General
BA
MA
DOC
Accounting
BA
MA
DOC
Finance, General
BA
MA
DOC
International Business/Trade/Commerce
BA
MA
DOC
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
BA
MA
DOC
3Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
BA
MA
DOC
Communication, General
BA
MA
DOC
Journalism
BA
MA
DOC
Radio and Television
BA
MA
DOC
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
BA
MA
DOC
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
BA
MA
DOC
Mass Communication/Media Studies
BA
MA
DOC
4Education
BA
MA
DOC
Biology Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
BA
MA
DOC
Social Science Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
BA
MA
DOC
Music Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Mathematics Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Reading Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
BA
MA
DOC
Elementary Education and Teaching
BA
MA
DOC
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
BA
MA
DOC
Special Education and Teaching, General
BA
MA
DOC
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
BA
MA
DOC
5English Language And Literature/Letters
BA
MA
DOC
English Language and Literature, General
BA
MA
DOC
Creative Writing
BA
MA
DOC
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
BA
MA
DOC
6Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
BA
MA
DOC
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
BA
MA
DOC
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
BA
MA
DOC
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
BA
MA
DOC
7History
BA
MA
DOC
History, General
BA
MA
DOC
8Legal Professions And Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Legal Studies, General
BA
MA
DOC
9Mathematics And Statistics
BA
MA
DOC
Mathematics, General
BA
MA
DOC
Mathematics and Statistics
BA
MA
DOC
10Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
BA
MA
DOC
11Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
BA
MA
DOC
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
BA
MA
DOC
12Psychology
BA
MA
DOC
Psychology, General
BA
MA
DOC
13Public Administration And Social Service Professions
BA
MA
DOC
Human Services, General
BA
MA
DOC
Community Organization and Advocacy
BA
MA
DOC
Social Work
BA
MA
DOC
14Security And Protective Services
BA
MA
DOC
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
BA
MA
DOC
15Theology And Religious Vocations
BA
MA
DOC
Religious/Sacred Music
BA
MA
DOC
Bible/Biblical Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Theology/Theological Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv
BA
MA
DOC
Rabbinical Studies (M.H.L./Rav
BA
MA
DOC
Youth Ministry
BA
MA
DOC
16Visual And Performing Arts
BA
MA
DOC
Music Management and Merchandising
BA
MA
DOC
Music Performance, General
BA
MA
DOC
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
BA
MA
DOC
Graphic Design
BA
MA
DOC
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BA
MA
DOC
Voice and Opera
BA
MA
DOC
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