Southeastern University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Southeastern University is a private research university in Lakeland, Florida, serving roughly 4,813 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 52.98% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $46,744 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $32,950
- 2024 Average Net Price: $31,942 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 52.98% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,813 88.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 42.55%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 34.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 8.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average ACT Score: 22
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 13,017
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,800
- Room & Board: $11,130 annual estimate
Southeastern University: what the data shows
Common questions about Southeastern University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Southeastern University?
Southeastern University is located in Lakeland, FL (ZIP 33801-6034).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Southeastern University public or private?
Southeastern University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Southeastern University cost?
Published tuition: $32,950.
Average net price after aid: $31,942.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $29,498 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $29,185 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $31,185 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $34,795 |
| $110,001+ | $34,482 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $131,800.
How hard is it to get into Southeastern University?
Admission rate: 52.98%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Southeastern University?
Total enrollment: 4,813 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 13,017 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,338 students.
About 88% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Southeastern University?
150%-time completion rate: 42.55%.
First-year retention: 69.9%.
What do graduates of Southeastern University earn?
Median earnings: $36,314 six years after entry; $46,744 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,500.
21.51% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Southeastern University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Divinity/Ministry (432 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (145 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (119 completions)
- General Studies (116 completions)
- Psychology, General (89 completions)
- Social Work (63 completions)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (53 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (53 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (45 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (31 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Southeastern University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 52.98%; completion rate 42.55%; median earnings $46,744 at 10 years; net price $31,942. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$32,950
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Southeastern University was $32,950.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$31,942
2024 Value
In 2024 Southeastern University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $31,942.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$127,768 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$31,942 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$131,800 4-Year Tuition
$11,130 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,600 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$45,680 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$182,720 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Southeastern University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
21.51% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
27.82% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Southeastern University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Southeastern University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $19,986 | $19,986 | $18,732 |
| 2014 | $22,202 | $22,202 | $19,942 |
| 2015 | $22,840 | $22,840 | $21,534 |
| 2016 | $24,160 | $24,160 | $22,355 |
| 2017 | $25,360 | $25,360 | $23,066 |
| 2018 | $25,870 | $25,870 | $24,262 |
| 2019 | $26,620 | $26,620 | $24,909 |
| 2020 | $27,520 | $27,520 | $26,640 |
| 2021 | $28,320 | $28,320 | $27,891 |
| 2022 | $30,148 | $30,148 | $27,929 |
| 2023 | $31,732 | $31,732 | $30,209 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
52.98% Acceptance Rate
2,800 Total Applicants
2,080 Students Admitted
1,034 First-Time Students Enrolled
49.71% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 22
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Southeastern University reported total enrollment of about 4,813 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 40% male and 60% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (53.0%), Hispanic or Latino (23.1%), and Black or African American (11.1%). About 21.51% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 34.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
88.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Southeastern University in 2024 is 4,813 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 13,017 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,338 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
69.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 53.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
34.90% 100% Completion Time
42.55% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 34.90% of students graduating from Southeastern University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Divinity/Ministry: 51% male / 49% female
- Organizational Leadership: 38% male / 62% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 48% male / 52% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Southeastern University.
Return on Investment
$21,500 Median Student Debt
$46,744 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
46.00% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
265.85% Return on Investment
4.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Southeastern University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 75 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Divinity/Ministry: 432 completions
2. Organizational Leadership: 145 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 119 completions
4. General Studies: 116 completions
5. Psychology, General: 89 completions
6. Social Work: 63 completions
7. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 53 completions
8. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 53 completions
9. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 45 completions
Most popular programs at Southeastern University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Southeastern University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Southeastern University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,041
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $3,698
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Southeastern University is a private non-profit institution located in Lakeland, FL, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Divinity/Ministry, Organizational Leadership, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 4,813 students. Student body composition includes White (53.0%), Hispanic or Latino (23.1%), Black or African American (11.1%). The admission rate is 52.98%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 22. The 150%-time completion rate is 42.55%. Approximately 21.51% of students receive Pell Grants. About 34.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Lakeland, FL 33801-6034
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 75 distinct degree programs, Southeastern University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Southeastern University located?
Southeastern University is located in Lakeland, FL.
What is Southeastern University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Southeastern University is 53.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,800 applicants and 2,080 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Southeastern University cost?
Reported tuition is $32,950 and average net price is $31,942 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,130 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Southeastern University?
Southeastern University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 13,017 students, White (53.0%), Hispanic or Latino (23.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Southeastern University?
About 34.6% of students at Southeastern University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Southeastern University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Southeastern University reports midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of Southeastern University earn?
Median earnings are $36,314 six years after entry and $46,744 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Southeastern University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 42.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Southeastern University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,500.
Is Southeastern University public or private?
Southeastern University is a private nonprofit institution located in Lakeland, FL.
Is Southeastern University an HBCU?
No. Southeastern University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Southeastern University a tribal college?
No. Southeastern University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Florida college costs
- Florida colleges by ROI
- Lakeland, Florida city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Florida
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.