Southeastern University is a nonprofit private institution located in Lakeland, FL and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The school's Assemblies of God Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Southeastern University has a yearly student enrollment of about two thousand.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Theology And Religious Vocations
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Psychology
The school has an open enrollment policy, admitting any applicants that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and admissions essays may be requested for certain programs. More information on admissions can be found at seu.edu.
The cost of tuition is nearly $19,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Housing is available for students and costs about $4,500 each year. Southeastern University may provide financial aid for students who are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Southeastern University offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Available sports offered may include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Golf (NAIA Division II)
- Soccer (NAIA Division II)
Students can visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Southeastern University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Southeastern University is about 4,500, with undergraduate students making up about 88% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $22,000-$26,000 per year
- For part-time students, charges are between $910-$1,100 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 95% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 92% | $12,717 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 71% | $7,053 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Southeastern University may offer student services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Graduation Rates
Southeastern University has an overall graduation rate which is approximately 38%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 24% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 11% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 3% |
Intercollegiate Athletics
Southeastern University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Florida Sun Conference)
- Basketball (Florida Sun Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Southeastern University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Organizational Leadership (B)
- Commerce (B)
- International Business (B)
- Accounting (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Information Systems (B)
- Finance (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communication, General (B)
- Radio and Television (B)
- Journalism (B)
- Public Relations
Education
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (M)
- Special Education (B, M)
- Social Science Teacher Education (B)
- Music Teacher Education (B)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (B)
- Biology Teacher Education
- Mathematics Teacher Education
English Language and Literature
- English Language and Literature, Letters (B)
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- PreMed Studies (B)
- Nursing (B)
History
- History (B)
Legal Professions and Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
- Human Services (B, M)
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B, M)
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology and Religious Vocations (A, B, M)
- Pre-Theology, Pre-Ministerial Studies (B)
- Missionary Studies (B)
- Religious and Sacred Music (B)
- Ministry
Visual and Performing Arts
- Film Studies (B)
- Music Management (B)
- Music (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Voice and Opera (B)
- Graphic Design (B)
- Music Performance (B)
- Piano and Organ
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Southeastern University.
- University of South Florida - St. Petersburg Campus in St. Petersburg, FL (47 miles away)
- University of South Florida Sarasota - Manatee in Sarasota, FL (59 miles away)
- Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, FL (100 miles away)
- University of North Florida in Jacksonville, FL (158 miles away)
- Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL (161 miles away)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Southeastern University for official up-to-date information.
