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Saint Leo University

Continue your education with a degree from Saint Leo University.

Saint Leo University

Founded in 1889, Saint Leo University is a Catholic, coeducational liberal arts university, recently named a “Leading Southern University” by U.S. News & World Report. It is also one of the nation's largest providers of education to the U.S. armed forces worldwide. The school offers one of the largest online undergraduate degree programs, as well as online Master of Business Administration, Master of Education and Master of Criminal Justice degrees.

Saint Leo University has a total enrollment of more than 14,000; 3,083 on its main campus, more than 7,600 on military bases and community colleges in five states, and more than 4,463 students in its Center for Online Learning.

Rooted in a 1,500-year-old Benedictine tradition, the University advocates balanced growth in mind, body and spirit for members of its community. On its campuses and online community, Saint Leo University offers a practical, effective model for life and leadership, based on steadfast, moral consciousness that recognizes the dignity, value and gifts of students of all faiths.

To accomplish its mission, the university fosters a student-centered community in which love of learning is of prime importance. Members are encouraged to examine and express their own values, respect and respond to the opinions of others and serve the community in which they live.

Saint Leo University's Points of Pride include:

  • One of the largest providers of higher education to the military
  • Second in the nation in the number of Bachelor's degrees in business awarded to African-American students
  • One of the largest providers of higher education online
  • Third largest among private universities and colleges in Florida
  • The largest of three Catholic institutions in Florida

To find out more about Saint Leo University and the online degree programs that are right for you, request more information today.

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Accreditation

Saint Leo University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate's, Bachelor's and Master's degrees.

School Facts

Institutional Accrediting Agency Agency that determines the quality of education and training for an institution of higher education.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges

Address Physical location of institution's main/corporate office or headquarters.
33701 State Road 52
Saint Leo FL 33574-6665

Calendar Type When you can enroll in/take classes.
You can enroll in Saint Leo University's Center for Online Learning at anytime and begin your studies six convenient times during the year. Each course is presented in 8-week terms and provides 3 credit hours.

Credit-earning Options Does the school accept transfer credits or other approved credits?
Saint Leo University recognizes transfer credit only from accredited degree granting institutions. Maximum of 6 transfer credits accepted.

Delivery Format Is learning completed entirely online, and are there any special teaching methods?
This innovative program utilizes the latest in Internet technology, including streaming videos, asynchronous discussion boards, chat rooms and CD-ROMs.

Technical Requirements Required hardware/software that you'll need in order to run the course software.
Pentium-based PC (or MAC) with 32 MB RAM (64 MB preferred), Min 100 MB hard drive space (1 GB preferred), 8X CD-ROM (12X preferred), Microsoft Office Suite, Navigator 4.5 or IE 5.0 or higher, 56.6 bps modem, Internet connection, anti-virus software.

Geographic Restrictions Can you take the programs anywhere?
None.

Scholarships Offered Does the institution offer any direct grants or scholarships?
Military discounts available to active duty, reserves, national guard, veterans, spouses, and employees of the Department of Defense.

Loans Offered The types of loans can you make use of to help fund your education.
Stafford Loans Available. Saint Leo FAFSA Code: 001526.