Saint Leo University

About Saint Leo University






Why Consider Saint Leo University?
Whether you’re considering St. Leo University Florida, St. Leo online, or one of St. Leo’s education centers, there are plenty of good reasons to consider the school. Perhaps what influences each of the school’s benefits most is its devotion to cultivating an on-campus and online atmosphere in which members of the community:- Examine and express their own values
- Listen respectfully to and respond to the opinions of others
- Serve the community in which they live
- Welcome others into their lives
- Care for all of God’s creations
Saint Leo University Online
St. Leo University online programs extend from St. Leo University’s on-campus ones and are equally infused with the school’s values. In fall 2016, the majority of graduate students at St. Leo University—77 percent—took graduate courses entirely online. An additional 6 percent were enrolled in at least some Saint Leo online courses.iv Each of the school’s graduate programs has online options, making graduate degree programs more flexible for professionals and distance learners.Saint Leo University Faculty
As of fall, 2016, Saint Leo University had 180 full-time faculty members and 920 part-time faculty members.iv Eighty-three percent of its full-time professors hold the highest degree possible in their field. The average class size includes 19 students, and the student to teacher ratio overall is 14:1. According to Saint Leo University, exceptional professors are its lifeblood. The school prides itself on building a values-based, student-centered environment in which students love learning.Saint Leo University Ranking
In 2018, U.S. News ranked Saint Leo University #61 (tie) in Regional Universities South. It also ranked the school #23 in Best Value Schools and #36 (tie) in Best Colleges for Veterans. Saint Leo University’s graduate programs tied for #157 in Best Online Graduate Education Programs.Saint Leo University’s Dedication to Serving the Military
Approximately one-third of Saint Leo University’s student population comprises active-duty or veteran members of the military or their family members. The school first started serving the military on-base at MacDill Airforce Base more than four decades ago. Today, it helps members of the military and their family members access higher education benefits and flexible programming to fit their needs.Saint Leo University’s Core Values
Saint Leo University’s core values influence its curricula and interactions with its community online, on campus, and beyond. Rooted in Benedictine tradition, the school strives to establish an environment enriched by the following values: Excellence, Community, Respect, Personal Development, Responsible Stewardship, and Integrity. In whole, these St. Leo University uses these values to encourage students to love learning and to contribute to their communities.Saint Leo University’s Catholic Roots
While Saint Leo University welcomes people of all faiths, its roots are in Catholicism. To its Catholic students, it offers “Voice of Christ,” a student choir and band; Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA), a scripture- and community-based process of studying Catholic faith and practice; Peer Ministry, an opportunity for selected students to train and serve as spiritual partners for their peers on campus; and Sunday and weekend Mass and confession.Request Information
Mission, Vision and Values
Saint Leo University’s mission and values are rooted in its Catholic faith. Its mission is to provide a practical, effective model for life and leadership in a challenging world. The school values steadfast moral consciousness and recognizes the dignity, value, and gifts of all people.

Admissions:
Applicants to graduate programs generally must submit the following at least 60 days prior to the term in which they wish to enroll:- An application form
- Official college transcripts
- Evidence of having been awarded a bachelor’s degree
General Information
- Special Learning Opportunities: Undergrad Distance, Grad Distance
- Credit Accepted: Dual credit, Credit for life experiences, Credit For Military, Advanced placement(AP) credits
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities (larger programs)
- Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Faculty
- There are 939 full-time faculty
- 800 Part-time instructional faculty
Student Services
- ROTC Services
- Study Abroad Services
- Weekend Evening College Services
- Remedial Services
- Academic Career Counseling Services
- Employment Services for Students
- Placement Services Completers
- Library Services
Enrollment, Attendance, Retention Rates and Graduation
Graduate attendance rate of 8% part-time and 92% full-time
For the years 2018-2019 Saint Leo University awarded: 669 associates, 2032 bachelor's degrees, 1335 master's degrees, 14 doctor's degrees - research/scholarship
Financial Aid
- The Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs
- The Commission on Sport Management Accreditation
- The International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education
- The Commission on Accreditation of the Council on Social Work Education
- The Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
Campus Locations
- Saint Leo University: Online
- Saint Leo University: Jacksonville, FL9775 Crosshill Blvd, Jacksonville Education Center, 32222
- Saint Leo University: Saint Leo, FL33701 FL-52, Saint Edward Hall, East Pasco Education Center, 33574
- Saint Leo University: Ocala, FL1930 SW 38th Ave, Ocala Education Center, 34474
- Saint Leo University: Goose Creek, SC1000 Pomflant Access Rd, Building 302 - Room 1025, Charleston Education Center, 29445
- Saint Leo University: Tampa, FL1403 N Howard Ave, Tampa Education Center, 33607
- Saint Leo University: Savannah, GA325 W Montgomery Cross Rd, Savannah Education Center, 31406
Saint Leo University Program Highlights: MBA Programs
During the 2016-2017 school year, 764 graduate students earned a Master of Business Administration making it the most popular of the Saint Leo University majors.iv Offered in both online and on-campus formats, the MBA is designed to help graduate students and professionals expand their business knowledge and capacities in areas such as:- Communication
- Collaboration
- Management and leadership
- Critical thinking
- Business ethics
- Business analysis
- Organizational behavior
- Human resource management
- Business law
- Economics
- Statistics
- Marketing
- Corporate finance
- Managerial accounting