Saint Leo University, or SLU, is a private, non-profit, Roman Catholic university located in Saint Leo, Florida which is near San Antonio, Florida. Established in 1889, Saint Leo University offers programs leading to associate, baccalaureate and master’s degrees. The university enrolls more than 12,000 students every year.
The main campus of Saint Leo's is situated in a rural setting, but is easily accessible from cities such as Tampa, St. Petersburg and Orlando. The university offers more than 40 academic programs through the following academic divisions:
The sports teams of Saint Leo University are nicknamed the Lions. Some of the notable alumni of the university are Desi Arnaz, actor; Red Barrett, Major league pitcher; and Stephen Stills, singer.
Students attend Saint Leo University in Saint Leo, FL, a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is proud of its Roman Catholic status. Saint Leo University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school degrees go up to the Post-Master's certificate.
Saint Leo University is known for its programs in business and management, security and law enforcement, and liberal arts.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 450. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 540.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 13,788 students at Saint Leo University (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
Saint Leo University values student athletics, and belongs to the Sunshine State Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Saint Leo University is a Catholic, liberal arts-based university serving people of all faiths. Rooted in the 1,500-year-old Benedictine tradition, the University seeks balanced growth in mind, body and spirit for all members of its community. On its home campus and many extension centers, Saint Leo University offers a practical, effective model for life and leadership in a challenging world, a model based on steadfast, moral consciousness that recognizes the dignity, value and gifts of all people.
To accomplish its mission, the university community creates a student-centered environment in which love of learning is of prime importance. Members of the community are expected to 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 and care for all of God's creations."
More complete details are provided below.
Saint Leo University
33701 State Road 52
Saint Leo, FL 33574-6665
General Phone: (352) 588-8200
http://www.saintleo.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 1,772 | business management, business, accounting, MIS, human resources, operations management, management science, marketing, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 927 | liberal arts and sciences, sociology, history, English, creative writing, international relations, political science, English language and literature |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 594 | criminal justice and safety, criminology |
| Education and Teaching | 292 | elementary school teaching, education, special ed, middle school teaching, physical education teaching |
| Therapy and Counseling | 155 | psychology, counseling psychology |
| Medical Administration | 77 | health care facilities management |
| Family and Social Work | 61 | human services, social work, public administration, community organization |
| Religion and Philosophy | 51 | theology, religion |
| Science | 24 | biology |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 22 | sports and fitness management |
| Hospitality | 16 | hospitality management, hospitality administration |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 4 | environmental science |
| Mathematics | 1 | mathematics and statistics |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 0 | theater history and criticism |
Number of programs and degrees for Saint Leo University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,468 | 38 |
| Associate's degree | 939 | 2 |
| Master's degree | 589 | 9 |
In 2007-2008, Saint Leo University had a total enrollment of 13,788 students (11,456 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 89% |
| Graduate | 11% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 44% |
| Black | 29% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 16% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 5% |
| 20-21 | 6% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 18% |
| 30-34 | 16% |
| 35-39 | 15% |
| 40-49 | 22% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 55% |
| (International Students) | 12% |
| New York | 10% |
| New Jersey | 5% |
| Connecticut | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Rhode Island | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 70 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
Saint Leo University offers campus housing for 1,268 of its 11,456 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Leo, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,149 | 1,576 | 73% | 500 | 32% |
| Men | 901 | 691 | 77% | 229 | 33% |
| Women | 1,248 | 885 | 71% | 271 | 31% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 540 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 67% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 32% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,885 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,885 |
| Room and board | $ 8,430 |
| Room charge | $ 4,450 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,980 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,430 |
Financial Aid:
Saint Leo University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 152600)
Saint Leo University has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 17 | $75,444 | 3 | $77,218 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 19 | $64,828 | 10 | $63,412 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 33 | $51,028 | 19 | $48,060 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $51,031 | 7 | $40,757 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 73 | $60,306 | 39 | $52,929 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Sunshine State Conference |
| Baseball | Sunshine State Conference |
| Track | Sunshine State Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 69 | 60 | 129 |
| Basketball | 13 | 13 | 26 |
| Baseball | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| Track | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| All Other Sports | 32 | 45 | 77 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Corporate Communications
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Management Science, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Theatre Literature, History and Criticism
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Community Organization and Advocacy
Human Services, General
Public Administration
Social Work
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
Hospitality Administration/Management, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Statistics, Other
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Criminology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Saint Leo University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army, air force)
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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