Southeastern University
About Southeastern University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southeastern University is a private Christian university in Lakeland, Florida. It offers programs in ministry, business, education, and the sciences with a faith-integrated approach to education.
Founded
1935
Location
Lakeland, Florida
Students
6,151
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
53%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
42.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$32,950
Per year
Avg Net Price
$31,942
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$46,744
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
53 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$40
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 53% acceptance rate, Southeastern University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Average: 22 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
42.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
69.9%
4-Year Grad
34%
6-Year Grad
47%
Teaching Quality
27:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$3.7K
Class Size
Large
The 34% graduation rate is below average, but 69.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$32,950
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,130
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$49,329
After Financial Aid
$31,942
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$29,498
Receive Grants
21.5%
Take Loans
27.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $49,329/yr, including $11,130 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $31,942.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Southeastern University fund their education.
While in School
21.5%
Get Grants
Free money
27.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$39,372
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$228/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 27.8% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $21,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Southeastern University.
Gender
59.7%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,813
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,338
Graduates
34.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
8.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 34.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
4,813
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southeastern University fields 12 varsity teams with 627 student athletes, about 13% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
The Sun
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
627
13% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
67% / 33%
420
Men
207
Women
10
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southeastern Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,744
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Theological and Ministerial Studies
$30K
215 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$35K
148 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$27K
86 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$26K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$52K
37 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $47K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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