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TOP UNIVERSITIES CONSECUTIVE YEARS IN THE SOUTH 10 U.S. News & World Report BEST COLLEGES 2019 FOR VETERANS U.S. News & World Report

BEST VALUE SCHOOLS TOP 25 SAFEST #5 IN THE SOUTH #7 COLLEGE CAMPUS U.S. News & World Report NATIONWIDE College Life

TOP COLLEGE DORM ROOMS TOP INSTITUTIONS IN THE NATION FOR MINORITIES 10 House Beautiful 100 Diverse Issues in Higher Education PRESIDENT’S HIGHER EDUCATION COMMUNITY SERVICE HONOR ROLL 13 CONSECUTIVE YEARS

UNDERGRADUATE U.S. STATES STUDENTS 2,200+ REPRESENTED 44

COUNTRIES INTERNATIONAL REPRESENTED 100+ STUDENTS 550+

TOP FRESHMAN MAJORS 5 BIOLOGY, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, EDUCATION, CYBERSECURITY & BUSINESS BACHELOR’S DEGREES 51 STUDENT/FACULTY RATIO MASTER’S DEGREES 13 14:1

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CORE VALUES Our Benedictine-inspired values resonate with students of all generations. Our core values, combined with the rigor of critical thinking, offer a powerful guide for decision-making in a challenging and dynamic world. EXCELLENCE RESPECT INTEGRITY PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY RESPONSIBLE STEWARDSHIP

SAINT LEO TRADITION Saint Leo is proud to be one of the oldest Catholic universities in Florida, and among the top five Catholic higher education institutions in the nation. Founded in 1889, the university continues to seek balanced growth in mind, body and spirit, placing our students at the center of all we do every day. Reaching across our 153-acre campus among the rolling hills of Central Florida, Saint Leo’s tradition and spirit have remained strong for more than 130 years. INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK COMMUNITY SERVICE DAYS FALL FAMILY FESTIVAL A DAY FOR SAINT LEO HOMECOMING SPRING FLING SPIRIT DAYS

ACCREDITATION Saint Leo University maintains accreditation with the following commissions, each charged with administering a quality assurance process under which services and operations of the university and its programs are evaluated based on quality and continuous improvement.

• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges • Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP) • Commission on Accreditation of the Council on Social Work Education (BSW and MSW) • Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA) • Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA)

saintleo.edu | 3 WE BELIEVE THAT WITHIN EVERY STUDENT LIVES A DESIRE TO REACH YOUR FULL POTENTIAL

4 | saintleo.edu At Saint Leo, we’ll challenge you to create a better future. We’ll encourage you to realize the innovation, inspiration and real-world experiences that surround you every day. We’ll motivate you to begin your own path toward a successful career with a personal plan in hand that ensures academic achievement.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE When you arrive on campus, you’ll have more than 50 degree programs to choose from, with pathways available to earn accelerated degrees, all the way up to a doctorate. We handpick our faculty based on both career experience and teaching ability, while incorporating the latest technology into every classroom. On day one, our professors begin to work with you to understand your academic and professional goals. On top of all that, we are dedicated to bringing hands-on experience to you — practice that potential employers covet.

STUDENTS WOULD 95% RECOMMEND SAINT LEO

ENRICHED CAMPUS COMMUNITY The meaningful connections and confidence you build in your courses transfer outside the classroom and beyond, providing you with new skills to navigate challenges and opportunities with ease. Your prospects for leadership abound with more than 60 student-led clubs and organizations, where 70% of students participate in at least one activity. Our shared values include respect and integrity, creating a genuine, welcoming environment that’s especially hard to find on other university campuses.

AFFORDABLE PRIVATE UNIVERSITY With promise for a journey that’s personally fulfilling and academically challenging, the choices we provide within our small, vibrant community extend worldwide. Through exceptional programs, our students transform into global citizens with invaluable cultural awareness and marketable skills. We are dedicated to ensuring that a Saint Leo education is accessible for you and your family, and on top of being one of the lowest private education tuition rates in Florida, we offer generous scholarships and financial awards to reduce costs.

STUDENTS RECEIVE 97% FINANCIAL AID

saintleo.edu | 5 ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Our stride in academic excellence is ACADEMIC PROGRAMS MAJOR MINOR GRAD measured by teaching students how Accounting √ √ √ to explore more options, discover American Politics √ new passions and gain a competitive Anthropology √ advantage. Saint Leo University offers Art √ a wide range of academic programs Biology: Biomedical & Health Sciences, Ecology, General √ √ with plenty of highly-sought-after areas Business Administration √ Chemistry √ of concentration. Communication Management √ √ Computer Information Systems √ As a leader in liberal arts education, Computer Programming √ Saint Leo’s flagship programs in Computer Science √ biology, criminal justice, business Creative Writing √ administration, education, accounting Criminal Justice: Criminalistics, Homeland Security √ √ and social work are by far some of our Cybersecurity √ √ most popular programs that develop Cybersecurity Management √ leadership skills, critical thinking and Data Analytics √ intellectual curiosity. Data Science √ Economics √ √ Educational Studies √ We remain as committed as ever Education: Elementary, Middle, Secondary √ √ to providing every student with an English: Creative Writing, Literary & Cultural Studies, √ √ education that will help them make Professional Writing, Education Minor their mark in the world. Saint Leo Environmental Studies √ enrolls over 2,200 students at our Ethics & Social Responsibility √ main campus in undergraduate Global Studies √ √ degree programs offered through Health Care Management √ √ three colleges. History √ √ Human Resource Management √ Information Security √ Information Systems √ Interdisciplinary Inquiry in the Arts √ COLLEGE OF ARTS International Studies √ International Financial Studies √ AND SCIENCES International Hospitality: √ √ Hotel & Resort Management, Event Management Journalism √ COLLEGE OF EDUCATION Legal Studies √ AND SOCIAL SERVICES Literature √ Management √ √ Management Information Systems √ DONALD R. TAPIA Marketing √ √ √ COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Marketing & Sales in Sport √ Mathematics √ √ Medical Humanities: Pre-med, Health Humanities √ Multimedia Management √ √ Music Ministry √ Music √ Philosophy √ Political Science √ Project Management √ Psychology: Clinical/Counseling, Developmental, Experimental, General √ √ Religion √ √ Risk Management in Sport √ Social Work √ Sociology: Applied & Clinical, Diversity & Inequality √ √ Social Media Marketing √ Software Engineering √ √ Spanish √ Sport Hospitality √ Sport Business √ √ Supply Chain Management √ Theatre √ √ World Politics √

6 | saintleo.edu ACCELERATED DEGREE PROGRAMS TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGE For highly motivated students seeking a more aggressive Our classrooms combine technology and hands-on teaching, pace, Saint Leo’s 3+1 and 3+3 Accelerated Degree Programs creating innovative experiential learning platforms unique to guide students to fast-track their career path, bring new degree programs within each of our three colleges. skills to market faster and secure greater earning potential in highly competitive job markets. Students follow a traditional • Biology majors view life-size 3D body images with our curriculum but earn two degrees in less time. Hallmark to the state-of-the-art anatomage table that resembles an operating program is personalized mentoring from dedicated advisors. table with the level of anatomy and physiology visualization often found only at advanced medical schools.

3+1 • Education majors benefit from a mixed-reality classroom • BA Management + MBA called TeachLivE that utilizes immersive training simulation • BA Marketing + MBA technology through avatars who interact with students and • BS Computer Science + MS Cybersecurity challenge teaching techniques in real-time.

• Business students gain an impressive 360-degree view 3+3 from inside our cyber lab to learn how to combat the • BA in Political Science, Criminal Justice world’s cyberattacks. Through our cybersecurity program, or Professional Writing + Legal Studies minor highly credentialed professors provide real-world perspective into the critical analysis, security policies HONORS PROGRAM and mobile architectures changing the way global markets For high-achieving students serious about maximizing their think about information. undergraduate experience, the Honors Program offers an intellectual journey committed to academic achievement and growth. The program is for the curious and open-minded, and offers highly collaborative classwork, apprenticeships, leadership development and networking at the national level.

STUDY ABROAD With our semester abroad program, students can make an impact around the world, transforming many of the most popular countries, including Brazil, Spain, Italy, Ireland, and Australia, into their own academic and cultural travel destinations. Saint Leo offers university partner programs in multiple academic disciplines and across the globe, including our Semester at Sea.

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saintleo.edu | 7 LIVING IN TAMPA BAY Saint Leo’s 100-mile stretch, from Tampa to Orlando, is home to the world’s leading corporations, most modern entertainment venues, and best cities to live in across the U.S. With a premier location like ours, Saint Leo students have unparalleled access to more recreation, premium internships and employment — setting up all the best career options in top industries spanning life sciences, criminal justice, financial services, hospitality and tourism, electronics & telecommunications, engineering & defense, and medical technology.

WHAT’S WITHIN YOUR REACH PENSACOLA TALLAHASSEE JACKSONVILLE AT SAINT LEO PANAMA CITY

• Best city in Florida for STEM jobs – Tampa ranks #2 DAYTONA BEACH • Best big city for jobs in U.S. – Orlando ranks #6

• Internship listings per capita – Orlando ranks Top 10 ORLANDO • Best city for young professionals – Tampa ranks #19 CLEARWATER TAMPA • 8 Fortune 500 companies from Tampa to Orlando ST. PETERSBURG

• 7 professional sports teams SARASOTA • 3 international airports to over 100 U.S. destinations WEST PALM BEACH • 10+ renowned sights from Disney World to Salvador Dali Museum CAPE CORAL

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WHERE NO TWO RESIDENCE HALLS ARE THE SAME Nearly 70% of students live on campus. Whether lakeside or in the heart of campus, Saint Leo offers modern living accommodations with traditional community-style or suite-style layouts in our 14 residence halls. Set within our beautiful Spanish Mission architecture, each hall is conveniently located and many offer comfortable study lounge areas, laundry facilities, gaming rooms and fitness centers. WiFi, cable, laundry, and microwave/fridge (or kitchen/kitchenette) are also complimentary.

COMMUNITY-STYLE RESIDENCE HALLS SUITE-STYLE APARTMENTS

• Alumni Hall • Apartments 1-4 • Benoit Hall • Apartments 5 & 6 • Henderson Hall • Roderick Hall • Marmion & Snyder Hall

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CAMPUS SAFETY In addition to 24-hour security provided by Saint Leo’s own state-certified team of officers, residence halls are staffed by residence life professionals and more than 50 student leaders who are trained resident assistants to ensure safe and fulfilling campus living. #1 SAFEST COLLEGE CAMPUS FEED THE BODY, FEED THE SOUL A perfect spot to connect with friends and faculty, Saint Leo’s eco-friendly dining hall IN FLORIDA rentcollegepads.com features home-cooked and cooked-to-order selections, from pizza and Mongolian grill to Southern cuisine and made-your-way omelets. Students can choose from three meal plans, including the classic unlimited plan for breakfast, lunch and dinner (required for all first year students and upperclass students living in certain buildings).

saintleo.edu | 9 ISABELLA YOU’LL CLIFFSIDE PARK, NJ

Her plan: Major in biology, with the ultimate goal of attending LOVE medical school. Campus experience: Took part in some unique and exciting research projects from molecular dynamic simulations to mangrove THE research, and completed two internship programs — one at Michigan State University and a second at Hackensack Medical Center near her hometown. PERSON Personal discovery: “When I came to campus for the first time, I knew in my heart it was the right place for me.” Providing students with the inspiration to succeed is one of Saint Leo’s greatest values. YOU As a sophomore, with participation from her biology professors all the way up to the university president, Isabella launched her fight against brain cancer by organizing a 5K fundraiser for her uncle, a former Saint Leo baseball player, and donated all proceeds to the National BECOME Brain Tumor Society. Looking ahead: Isabella added a second major in religion, and is the newly elected vice president of TriBeta, the biology honor society. She HERE plans to publish her honors program thesis project on analyzing healing miracles in the Gospel of Luke and its relevance to modern day science and medicine.

10 | saintleo.edu ANTHONY CI CAPE CORAL, FL GUANGZHOU, CHINA

His plan: Major in healthcare administration, minor in music His plan: Take the leap from China to the United States to earn and then manage a hospital. a bachelor’s degree in economics. Campus experience: Serves as a resident assistant, and is Campus experience: Found his footing and works on an active member of Kappa Sigma, Student Activities Board, all campus in the Multicultural and International Services Office, student music ensembles, the Epsilon Delta Honor Society and helping international students transition into a new culture. the Healthcare Management Club, with barely enough time to stop and take a breath. Personal discovery: “Excellence has been the one core value of Saint Leo that has made the biggest impact on me. Personal discovery: “There are more benefits than you Learning something new can take a lot of time.” The real beauty can count, and you get so immersed in the culture of Saint Leo of Saint Leo’s campus is the community spirit that gives you the when you live here. I’ve met some really incredible people.” courage to succeed. Living with three roommates — American, Saint Leo has become a breeding ground to perfect Anthony’s Mexican and Russian — and meeting other Chinese students and skills to succeed as an artist, experiencing what it’s like to be students from all over the world, makes it easy for Ci to simply around some pretty talented and artistic people. With voice and have a conversation with students and professors on campus, piano lessons, the type of instruction he’s received has been who are always willing to help him improve. unbeatable, learning from an experienced professional who created the classes originally. Worldwide lens: Keep pushing, make friends and don’t be Thinking ahead: Anthony has gotten to know a lot of people, afraid to talk! which has allowed him to build his network. Whether his future pursuits include a master’s degree or seeking new job opportunities, he can count on his Saint Leo connections to write a letter of recommendation or help in countless other ways.

saintleo.edu | 11 ATHLETIC EXCELLENCE

SPORTS WOMEN MEN DEFEND OUR DEN Acrobatics & Tumbling At Saint Leo University, regarded as a top Sunshine State Conference institution, more than 400 student-athletes Baseball compete in 21 NCAA Division II sports. Our talented student-athletes remain dedicated and hardworking, both Basketball in the classroom and on the playing field. Beach Volleyball Cross Country OVERALL STUDENT-ATHLETE 3.22 GPA FOR 2018-2019 Golf Lacrosse 2018-2019 ATHLETIC HIGHLIGHTS Soccer Softball • Placed 77th in the Learfield Director’s Cup Division II. • 34 Lions earned All-Sunshine State Conference Honors Swimming • 4 Lions received All-American Honors. Tennis • 11 teams qualified (as individuals or teams) for the Distance Track NCAA Championship post season. • 4 teams competed at the National Championship – Volleyball Men’s and Women’s Swimming, Men’s Track, Men’s Golf. • Henrik Dahrendorff claims 2019 NCAA National Championship in the 200 breaststroke, and is one of 11 Saint Leo Swimmers named to the CSAA Scholar All-America Team. • Tennis coach Chad Berryhill named 2019 U.S. Professional Tennis Association Coach of the Year for the Florida division.

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STUDENT ACTIVITIES ROTC The goal is clear – get involved! Our Through our partnership with University students know that gearing up outside of South Florida, Saint Leo students can the classroom leads to stronger academic participate in Air Force and Army Reserve performance. With Saint Leo’s vibrant Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) to become small campus setting, it’s within reach an officer in the United States military, for every student to connect, and while earning money toward their college build unparalleled confidence that can education. Saint Leo’s military heritage transform into leadership skills for the and commitment to educating the armed future. forces is unmatched. The University is one of the 10 leading providers of higher 70% of students participate in at least education to the U.S. military. one student activity. Most realize their potential to contribute even more. HEALTH AND WELLNESS Students can choose from more than Saint Leo’s University Counseling 60 clubs and organizations: Services provides for the emotional, psychological and spiritual needs of our • Campus Activities Board students and campus personnel. Our • Student Government Union Health Center is committed to providing • Greek Life quality professional medical care. • 8 Academic Clubs Through our partnership with a local • 20 Honor Societies hospital group, Saint Leo students are • Multicultural Clubs provided full-time primary care services, • Sports Clubs and Intramurals from annual physicals to cold and flu • Special Interest Clubs treatment.

CENTER FOR ACADEMIC ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES VISION & EXCELLENCE The Office of Accessibility Services The Center for Academic Vision and (OAS) promotes the ongoing personal Excellence provides students with a and educational success of students with full range of programs, services and disabilities and recommends appropriate tools that serve as building blocks to accommodations, including a wide variety problem-solve academic challenges of assistive technology tools, from a higher vantage point. From transportation services, quiet testing individual tutoring and supplemental environments, and auxiliary aids. instruction to peer-assisted learning coaches, students are introduced to strategies and skills that improve academic planning and self-direction.

STUDENT SUCCESS COACHES VICTORIA FIELDS ‘20 Our coaches create partnerships BA, COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT with every student on campus to provide academic guidance, as well “I’ve lived in Florida my whole life and had as develop life strategies that promote individual success. Success Coaches never thought about Saint Leo. I’ve realized collaborate with faculty and departments all the positives that come from a campus that campus-wide to assist students with is smaller, more comfortable, that offers so educational goals, academic plans and much more for its students. Half my friends course selections. are international, and experiencing so many different cultures all in one place has been one of the greatest and most rewarding surprises for me. Saint Leo provided the scholarship dollars to make it work. My life wouldn’t be the same.”

saintleo.edu | 13 GLOBAL EXPERIENCE

INTERNATIONAL PRESENCE CENTER FOR GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT Saint Leo truly is a university of international consequence. The international presence on Saint Leo’s campus has more than Visit campus and see what we mean. doubled over the past 10 years, and we’re just getting started. Saint Leo is now home to more than 550 students from around Join a class discussion about contemporary Caribbean history. the world — that’s nearly one in four students on campus. Enjoy authentic tostones and yucca con mojo for Latino The Center for Global Engagement is grounded in providing Heritage Week. Or celebrate the Chinese New Year with ribbon academic excellence, cultural awareness and a worldwide dancing and sweet oranges. Wherever you go, the international lens to students, serving as one of the most diverse campus friendships you make on campus will impact you for a lifetime. communities at a private university in the U.S.

SEATTLE 73OF / 23OC BOSTON AVERAGE

NEW YORK TEMPERATURE CHICAGO SAN FRANCISCO WASHINGTON D.C. GETTING TO SAINT LEO Saint Leo is a 45-minute drive from Tampa International Airport and a 90-minute LOS ANGELES drive from Orlando International Airport.

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EXPLORE MORE IN THE SUNSHINE STATE Florida is the 3rd most populated state and the 4th largest economy in the U.S. Renowned for Disney World, the Kennedy Space Center, and the Everglades National Park, Florida’s daily life and culture are a reflection of multiple influences including indigenous, African, European, Cuban and Latino.

• Home base for 19 Fortune 500 companies and thousands of national companies. • Easy domestic and international travel, with shorter flights serving Central and South America, Europe, and the Washington D.C./NYC/Boston metro corridor. • Day trips to endless miles of vibrant beaches year-round, national parks and lakes and some of the top entertainment destinations in the world within a short drive, coast to coast.

FLORIDA RANKED TOP STATE FOR HIGHER EDUCATION, 3RD CONSECUTIVE YEAR U.S. News & World Report

14 | saintleo.edu MULTICULTURAL & INTERNATIONAL SERVICES OFFICE (MISO) Even if you have lived and traveled abroad before, attending Saint Leo University will be a bit different from daily life in your home country. We offer a variety of programs, clubs and events tailored to helping international students while studying at Saint Leo. We start with pre-arrival advising, and continue to offer guidance on everything from academic support and immigration to American slang and holiday customs.

IMMIGRATION PROCESS As an international student, you will need a Form I-20 and F-1 student visa to enter and study in the United States. To receive your Form I-20, complete the following step along with the application process for admission: • Provide a color copy of your passport. • Submit your completed and signed Certificate of Finances form. • Send supporting financial documentation. Once you receive your Form I-20, complete the following steps to apply for your F-1 student visa: • Immediately review your Form I-20 once you receive it. Check your name, date of birth and all other information for accuracy. If you find any errors, please let us know immediately. • Pay the $350 SEVIS Fee. • Apply for your F-1 student visa. • Schedule and attend your appointment with the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Be sure to take the following items to your appointment: • Signed Form I-20 Ammar Mohrat ‘17 • Saint Leo University acceptance letter • Valid passport Homs, Syria • Receipt confirming SEVIS payment • Supporting financial documents When Syrian refugee Ammar Mohrat was looking for a new life in a new home, he’ll never forget the first day he set foot on CPT / OPT / ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT American soil on July 7, 2013. At age 20, • As an international student in the United States, you are eligible to earn valuable his parents had encouraged him to leave work experience as part of your F-1 student visa. Through Curriculum Practical his homeland for Jordan where he spent Training, you can work with a U.S. company while you are completing your time before coming to the United States. academic program. At Saint Leo, we have built CPT internships into many of our degree programs to give you a competitive edge over your peers. After completing “I got a call from the admissions office your academic program, you are eligible to work for a U.S. company to gain after midnight my time. I had been accepted. additional work experience for a year through Optional Practical Training, with a It was the best day of my life. 2-year extension available for STEM-related majors. Since that time, Saint Leo’s core values • International students are also eligible to work up to 20 hours per week have made quite an impression on me. on campus while school is in session. These positions are competitive. I really learned about respect and how you should respect everyone around you, regardless of where they are from, their skin BRIDGE PROGRAM color, religion or anything else about them. Saint Leo’s Bridge Program serves the needs and the interests of international students who may not meet the minimum English language proficiency requirements Also, personal development is a big one. for university admission. On campus, everyone is working to develop themselves, and you get the opportunity to • Direct acceptance into your degree program – No separate application compete for spots in student government is required once you complete the Bridge Program. You continue right into your or other groups.” major-specific coursework! • Affordability – Save money as you improve your English proficiency. Pay Ammar is an accomplished TED Talks your degree program-specific fees for the Bridge Program coursework. speaker, with his most recent video “The Modern American Dream” published • Academic credit - English courses are built into your academic program. in January 2019. You can begin your bachelor’s or master’s degree right away – there is no need for a separate English as a Second Language (ESL) program. Undergraduate students earn up to 24 university-level elective academic credits and 6 University Explorations credits.

saintleo.edu | 15 FOCUSING ON YOUR CAREER

Saint Leo prepares students for career excellence by developing core marketable skills and providing networking opportunities that match the professional interests and goals of every student.

We deliver to students the opportunity to build relationships with employers, develop excellent job search strategies and ultimately land a great job. At the start of their first year, students begin the process of uncovering career options that align to their values, personality, skill sets and strengths.

CAREER FAIRS HANDSHAKE Through Career Services, students receive guidance in all Students can connect with companies and alumni to search for phases of career development from career guidance and off-campus part-time jobs, full-time positions and internships job search strategies to resume advice, interview skills and through Handshake, Saint Leo’s online career resource portal. personal career coaching. Saint Leo organizes dozens of career Handshake is a comprehensive career management tool events throughout the year, and our unique program-specific providing students with direct access to employer profiles, career fairs create greater focus for students and employers, job postings, approved internships, interview schedules and where inquiries about specific degrees, majors and areas on-campus or employer partner event calendars. First year of concentration can provide a better, more relevant career students are automatically registered and receive access at the outcome for students. start of classes.

RECENT EMPLOYERS AVAILABLE INTERNSHIP • Deloitte 5,000+ AND JOB POSTINGS • Amazon • Enterprise • KPMG CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT • Tampa Bay Buccaneers Nearly 500 students are employed on campus each year. • ReliaQuest Teaching assistantships, academic tutoring positions, intramural • Northrop Grumman referees, office assistants, coffee house baristas and many • Morgan Stanley other types of campus jobs are available throughout the year so • Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office that students can hone their employment skills. • Pasco County Schools

PARTNER 500+ EMPLOYERS

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We are dedicated to ensuring that Saint Leo is within reach for you and your family. • Generous scholarships and financial awards. • Opportunities to earn an accelerated degree for under $50,000. • One of the lowest private education tuition rates in Florida.

SCHOLARSHIPS

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FINANCIAL AID A GREAT VALUE IN Nearly everyone is eligible for financial aid, it is the type of PRIVATE EDUCATION aid that differs. To be considered for most types of financial assistance, students must complete the Free Application for Our tuition is significantly lower than the average private college Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is available online at tuition and the majority of our students receive some form of fafsa.ed.gov and opens Oct 1. financial aid. Saint Leo also accepts Florida Prepaid College Plans and other 529 savings plans. • State Grants include: Saint Leo’s financial aid advisors will work together with you • EASE Program to navigate the process so that a Saint Leo education is within • Florida Bright Futures Scholarships reach for you. • Florida Student Assistance Grants • Federal Grants include: • Federal Pell Grant TUITION $23,990 • Federal TEACH Grant ROOM & BOARD $11,600 • Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant • Federal and private loans for students and parents FEES $960 • Military & Veteran Benefits *All costs and fees are estimated, based on costs from 2020. • Federal Work-Study Program

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Advanced Placement (AP) College-Level Examination Program International Baccalaureate (IB) (CLEP) Saint Leo University accepts AP exam scores Transfer credit (30 semester hours) will be 3 or higher for certain courses. Students may earn course credit with a granted for higher-level or standard-level score of 50 or higher on CLEP exams, based courses with a score of 5, 6 or 7. Transfer on specific courses. To earn college credit, credit for higher-level courses with a score students can qualify through standardized of 4 will be granted on a case-by-case basis. test scores, or through independent study, job experience, or cultural interaction.

Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS-Levels) Global Assessment Certificate (GAC) Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Advanced Level (A-Levels) Examinations (CAPE) Saint Leo, in partnership with ACT, accepts & the Cambridge AICE Diploma transfer credit for the GAC Program. Students Students may be able to earn Saint Leo Saint Leo University accepts credits for can earn up to 60 credits through this University credit with a IV or higher. passing scores of A, B, C, D or E on the British program. AS-Level or A-Level courses. No credit is offered for Ordinary Level courses.

DSST Military Credit College Credit/Dual Enrollment Students may earn Saint Leo University credit Military students may be eligible for credit If you have completed courses at another by taking DSST exams, with a passing score from their educational experiences in the recognized post-secondary college, of 400 or higher. Credit-by-examination U.S. armed forces, and can submit their Joint university, or Excelsior College Exams (ECEs) subject tests are available free of charge for all Service Transcript. you may be able to transfer those credits to qualifying U.S. armed forces personnel. Saint Leo University.

MALIEK WATKINS ‘20 BA, CRIMINAL JUSTICE

“I want to do it all, why limit yourself. Being at Saint Leo has helped me appreciate all that I can accomplish, and to never stop. Before I left my hometown in Jamaica, I had decided on a degree in criminal justice, and have since added a minor in accounting and marketing. Now I have my sights on law school. It’s a different world here.I have many friends from different cultures, it’s just something you don’t expect. I am grateful that Saint Leo gave me the best financial package out of 11 schools — and that they have kept their promise. You will love the person you become here.”

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CENTER FOR GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT [email protected] Saint Leo University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404.679.4500 for questions about the accreditation of Saint Leo University. The policy is enforced by Saint Leo University and by applicable laws such as Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI and Title IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992. Students or guests who require disability-related accommodations should contact the Office of Accessibility Services at (352) 588-8464 or [email protected].

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