Ranked one of the top universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report, Saint Leo has a century-long tradition of welcoming students of all faiths.
Total enrollment across our University Campus, Education Centers and online programs exceeds 15,000.
University-wide, Saint Leo enrolls students from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, two U.S. territories, and more than 60 countries.
Located 30 miles north of Tampa, our liberal arts campus was founded in 1889 by the Order of Saint Benedict of Florida. University Campus hosts traditional undergraduate students and adult students, as well as evening and weekend graduate programs.
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A leader in distance and adult education, Saint Leo University is always looking forward, redefining teaching for the 21st century. Our Education Centers bring the resources and benefits of University Campus to students in seven states—including on military bases throughout the nation. Education Centers offer undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
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A nationally recognized leader in online education, Saint Leo continues to bring additional courses and degree programs online each year—with each online course held to the same rigorous academic standards as its campus counterpart. Nearly 3,000 students across the world are enrolled in Saint Leo's 100% online associate, bachelor's, master's and graduate certificate programs.
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Students enrolled at Saint Leo University may choose from more than 40 academic programs including associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, along with pre-professional and accelerated-learning programs, through the School of Arts & Sciences, School of Education & Social Services, and School of Business. View our full list of academic programs here.
More than 340 student-athletes participate in NCAA Division II at University Campus. Saint Leo is a member of the Sunshine State Conference and the Deep South Conference (men’s lacrosse). Saint Leo also hosts a variety of intramural sports throughout the year. Visit SaintLeoLions.com for the latest calendars and scores.
Educational Excellence Saint Leo University has been ranked one of the “Top Universities in the South” for three consecutive years by U.S. News and World Report, based on academics, class size, faculty resources, and our student-centered environment. Students can and do turn to faculty as mentors over the course of their education. Our leadership in online education and related uses of technology has been nationally recognized.
Florida's Oldest Catholic College Established in 1889, Saint Leo is the oldest Catholic college in Florida. The university community welcomes people of all faiths, and those with no religious affiliation. Learn more about our Catholic roots.
Military-Friendly Education For nearly four decades, Saint Leo has proudly served members of the armed forces and veterans, and currently ranks as one of the nation’s 10 leading providers of higher education to the military. Learn more about our military heritage.
Diversity Diverse Issues in Higher Education ranks Saint Leo among its Top 100 institutions producing minority graduates with baccalaureate degrees. With an incredibly diverse University Campus student body composed of 30% minority students, Saint Leo has been ranked among the top 10 in the nation for the number of African Americans graduating with a bachelor’s degree in business, management or marketing. Learn more about our welcoming community.
Community Service In 2013, for the sixth time, the University was named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. Saint Leo students, faculty and staff subscribe to a culture of service and volunteerism in the spirit of our core values.
As one of the top universities in the South, Saint Leo University is committed to policies that ensure that there is no discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin or disability. Saint Leo University complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (as amended). The University is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity employer.
