PrivateUrbanSoutheastern University
SEU
Lakeland, Florida 33801-6034
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business
Southeastern University is a private institution in Lakeland with particular strength in business and psychology.
A mid-sized campus of 4.6K undergraduates with a 26:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
43% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,744 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $30,209.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Fire
History & Fun Facts
- •History Southeastern University was founded in 1935 in New Brockton, Alabama, by Assemblies of God Alabama District superintendent J.
- •It was renamed the South-Eastern Bible Institute (SEBI) in 1936.
- •Originally located in a former high school building in New Brockton, Alabama, it opened its doors to students on November 4, 1935, under the direction of four faculty members.
- •Undated sketch of the campus SEBI continued classes in New Brockton until 1940 when a decision was made to consolidate the school with Beulah Heights Bible Institute in Atlanta, Georgia.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
64.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.5%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,000
Programs (115)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
72%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
35
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from FL state average + city premium