Southeastern University
A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 4,813 students.
About This School
Southeastern University is a private nonprofit institution located in Lakeland, Florida with approximately 4,813 undergraduate students enrolled. Southeastern University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 53%. The average net price after financial aid is $31,942 per year. The graduation rate is 43%, and the typical graduate earns $37,900 within 10 years of enrollment.
Southeastern University is a private Christian university in Lakeland, Florida, United States. It was established in 1935 in New Brockton, Alabama, as Southeastern Bible Institute, relocated to Lakeland in 1946, and became a liberal arts college in 1970. It is the largest Assemblies of God educational institution in the United States.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the 43% graduation rate means fewer than half of students who start actually finish, which is a serious red flag worth discussing before enrolling. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively low $12,000, and the faith-based community in Lakeland appeals strongly to students seeking a values-driven environment. That said, median earnings of $37,900 a decade out are modest, so if you're taking on any loans, go in with a clear plan for your major and career path.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.
Admissions
SAT Scores
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 12% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
What Each Major Actually Earns
Median earnings four years after graduation, by major, next to the national median for that same major at every college. The school-wide average hides this: at most schools the spread between the best- and worst-paying majors is far wider than the gap between schools.
Southeastern University graduates earn most above the national rate in Radio, Television, and Digital Communication ($55,318 vs $50,497 nationally), and most below it in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing ($61,909 vs $88,910).
| Major | Grads | Here | National | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theological and Ministerial Studies | 215 | $44,106 | $44,535 | −$429 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 148 | $55,827 | $68,257 | −$12,430 |
| Psychology, General | 86 | $48,011 | $50,706 | −$2,695 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 52 | $46,427 | $54,562 | −$8,135 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 48 | $61,909 | $88,910 | −$27,001 |
| Social Work | 37 | $52,194 | $51,790 | +$404 |
| Communication and Media Studies | 30 | $52,899 | $56,359 | −$3,460 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | 28 | $55,318 | $50,497 | +$4,821 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 24 | $48,343 | $55,378 | −$7,035 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 22 | $49,334 | $47,382 | +$1,952 |
| Human Services, General | 14 | $48,006 | $48,597 | −$591 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 11 | $52,697 | $51,389 | +$1,308 |
U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard field-of-study data. Median earnings of graduates working and not enrolled four years after completing a bachelor's degreehere. Majors with too few graduates to report are omitted for privacy, so this is not the school's full program list.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,813 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Southeastern University?
Southeastern University has an acceptance rate of 53%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is Southeastern University hard to get into?
Southeastern University is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of 53%. Solid grades and a complete application give most applicants a real shot.
How much does Southeastern University cost?
The average net price at Southeastern University is about $31,942 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Southeastern University?
Southeastern University has a graduation rate of 43%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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