A university of international consequence, Saint Leo welcomes a significant number of students from around the world—in fact, they represent 14% of our undergraduate campus community.
An international student is an applicant who does not hold United States citizenship or lawful permanent residency.
Admission to Saint Leo University is a simple, straightforward process. Applicants should submit the following materials to the Office of Admissions. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis. International students must have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.7
International application deadline for Spring enrollment is October 1. International application deadline for Fall enrollment is June 1.
Some international students may satisfy the minimum English language proficiency requirements for the Bridge Program but not for general admission. These students may be recommended for the Saint Leo University Bridge Program. To qualify for this program, students must achieve a minimum score of 500 on the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or 62 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT); or a minimum of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Saint Leo University's Bridge Program is a semester- to one-year-long intensive academic skills and language program designed to help international students adjust smoothly to the U.S. academic environment while progressively moving into their regular university curriculum. Students must pass all courses in the program with a C- or above. During the second semester of the Bridge Program, students will take two general education courses from an approved list. Students will participate in courses specifically designed for international students to strengthen their learning and academic communication skills. When students successfully complete the Bridge Program, they will have earned 30 credit hours which will count towards their degree as elective courses (note that some majors may have a reduced number of or no electives). The academic support and structure that students receive during this program will afford them the best chance of success in college. Enrollment in this program is limited to 35 students each semester.
Office of Admissions, MC2008 PO Box 6665 Saint Leo, FL 33574 Fax: (352) 588-8257 admissions@saintleo.edu
An application for a student visa (I-20) will be mailed to all admitted students upon receipt of the $500 enrollment deposit. Complete the Declaration and Certification of Finances indicating there are sufficient monetary resources to underwrite your total financial costs during your studies at Saint Leo University. You can download the Certificate of Finances here.
Students are strongly encouraged to visit the campus. Interviews are not required, but a visit enables the candidate to talk with an admissions counselor, tour the campus, visit classes, and meet faculty and students. Schedule your visit today.
Are you an international transfer student? Learn more about additional admission requirements and transferring international credit.
Generally, international students must show evidence of ability to pay all direct and indirect costs of attendance. Indirect costs include expenses not covered by tuition, room/board and fee charges.
Institutional financial aid for international students is limited. Academic scholarships are available to international students on the basis of academic qualifications and will be determined at the time the student's application for admission is reviewed.
