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About Southeastern University

faith based universitydoctoral programshealth sciences focusbusiness and social scienceslakeland florida

Southeastern University is a private university in Lakeland, FL, known for its faith based university, doctoral programs, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 61%, SU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,132 students each year. SU is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. SU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $14,640 per year; the sticker price of $44,814 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Southeastern University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

61%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Southeastern University

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Essay Strategy
Southeastern University is a Christian university in the Assemblies of God tradition, so weave your faith journey and how it connects to your academic or career goals into your personal statement. Admissions readers at SEU want to see that your values align with their mission of integrating faith and learning.
Test Score Strategy
Since SEU is test optional and your scores fall below the typical range for admitted students, consider withholding them and letting your GPA, activities, and personal statement carry your application instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Southeastern University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$45k/yr$29.5k
30k-48k~$45k/yr$29.2k
48k-75k~$45k/yr$31.2k
75k-110k~$45k/yr$34.8k
110k+~$45k/yr$34.5k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

43%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$36k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
28:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
5,510
Undergrad Enrollment
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