C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
55/100 · earnings-weighted

Saint Leo University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Saint Leo, Florida 33574
Saint Leo University campus, Saint Leo, FL
Saint Leo University campus, Saint Leo, FL. Photo: Odiedude, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 49%
Outcomes
C+
62/100
Affordability
F
23/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
B
70/100
Prestige
D
39/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

10,231
Total Enrollment
49%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
72%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Saint Leo University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$48,364
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$41,619
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,278
Median debt at graduation
45%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
22
Median ACT
32.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 52% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 57th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (FL wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Saint Leo University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer and Information Sciences$59,364$81,025-12%#284 of 459#240$33,626
Computer Science$72,237$72,645-32%#327 of 349#314$23,304
Business Administration, Management and Operations$54,167$67,505-1%#464 of 1176#335$26,727
Accounting and Related Services$49,811$66,056-13%#593 of 796#508$25,000
Human Resources Management and Services$53,258$62,122-9%#144 of 187#133$35,500
Criminal Justice and Corrections$47,853$60,389+9%#140 of 660#75$25,620
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$40,874$59,222+12%#104 of 476#59$27,456
Health and Medical Administrative Services$42,266$56,145-4%#167 of 275#140$32,375
Biology$28,764$55,097-4%#528 of 841#408$24,125
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management$44,912$52,934-38%#99 of 99#98$25,250
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$36,962$50,424-8%#394 of 610#334$25,000
Sociology$39,498$50,231-5%#284 of 462#200$32,237
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$45,065$49,634+5%#255 of 680#188$17,380
Psychology$36,139$48,786-4%#615 of 1027#402$25,600
Religion/Religious Studies—$47,791+15%#23 of 45#18$33,534
Hospitality Administration/Management$28,130$46,330-18%#118 of 137#115—
Marketing$28,344$46,324-33%#505 of 516#503$24,244
Social Work$34,463$44,711-14%#382 of 420#375$23,831
English Language and Literature—$41,070-15%#483 of 576#440—
Human Services$36,312$38,043-22%#89 of 94#88$28,125

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $26,240 $26,240
Room $8,684
Board $7,040
Total Cost (On-Campus) $49,748 $49,748

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
54%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 578 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 377 grads/yr Psychology, General 229 grads/yr Computer Science 201 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 117 grads/yr Social Work 117 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 104 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 92 grads/yr Accounting 74 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 51 grads/yr Human Services, General 49 grads/yr Theology/Theological Studies 47 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 34 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 32 grads/yr Education, Other 30 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 29 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 29 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 20 grads/yr Management Science 20 grads/yr Sociology, General 20 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Saint Leo University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

10,231
Total Students
58%
Women
47%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 25%
Hispanic 14%
Black 19%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 15%
Hybrid (Some Online) 13%
Fully Online 72%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 47%
25-64 (Adult) 51%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Saint Leo University?
Saint Leo University has an acceptance rate of 72%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Saint Leo University?
Tuition at Saint Leo University is $26,240 for in-state students and $26,240 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Saint Leo University?
The graduation rate at Saint Leo University is 49%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Saint Leo University a good school?
Saint Leo University has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Saint Leo University?
Saint Leo University has a total enrollment of 10,231 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology