Saint Leo University Online

I am deeply shocked by most of the reviews on here. What school did these individuals go to? I am nearly done with my MBA with a focus in Information Security Management and I couldn't be happier with my entire experience. Some reviewers have stated that Saint Leo "makes" you retake classes (like Finance and Accounting) over and over again before you pass. Um, duh! If you don't pass, why would you be shocked at having to retake the course? Unfortunately, some of us have a knack for these type of... Read More classes and others don't. I have been taking a double course load in this program while working a full-time job and have not had to retake a single course. It's all about hard work and dedication--priorities, really. What you make a priority will become a reality! You will not be handed a degree at Saint Leo! It takes hard work and perseverance to get that coveted degree and I am happy to say I have nearly made it! With only 3 classes left to go, I can truly say I am satisfied with my experience and cannot wait to graduate. It seems most of the reviewers on here just don't have what it takes to be in grad school or an undergraduate program. Stop complaining and start doing what it takes to EARN your degree! I can guarantee those same complainers will be the individuals I end up in charge of in a few years and I will have no sympathy. You get out of it what you put into it. Period.

Saint Leo University was the biggest nightmare and scandal of them all. I have attended GCU and 2 other community colleges in the past and never have I had such a poor experience. The Financial Aid representatives were disgraceful. I was told many different stories by many different representatives. I was told one thing, and then forced to do another. They lost my paperwork, so I had to expedite all my paperwork again, at my expense. I paid nearly $100 in expedited shipping, to fix their mistake.... Read More Once I got all the paperwork taken care of and finished the class, I was hit with a very large outstanding balance that I was told would be covered by my FA. I would not recommend this University to my worst enemy. The staff is careless and does NOT have the student's best interest in mind. The counselors I dealt with acted as if I was just another number on a spreadsheet. I felt scammed and disrespected by nearly every St. Leo employee I dealt with. They all made it seem like I was misinformed yet not a one was willing or "able" to help me. I was finally able to get my situation taken care of, only to find my husband, a military member, in nearly the same situation as me. I am disappointed and utterly disgusted with Saint Leo.

I am posting this for any other reason than to let my fellow colleagues know the truth. I have a few more classes left before I get my MBA and you cannot find ONE Marketing class on ground. Professors are scarce and people are loosing hope in you Saint Leo University. I am a federal government worker and mother. I told everyone who's even thinking about going back to school please do not go to SLU (military and federal workers & young graduates who're looking for a good school). I am so upset and... Read More disappointed with SLU. Such of waste of time and money.

I just completed my first term at Saint Leo, and so far it has been a GREAT experience. Financial aid was pretty easy, and they were available anytime I had questions. My student advisor is the best. He help me register for class, being that this was my first time attending school online, he walked me through the process and checked on me throughout the term to see how I was doing. My instructors were great! I am looking forward to finishing my degree with Saint Leo. Attending school online is not... Read More a walk in the park, it requires dedication and determination. I learn that after completing one term. Someone is always should you have any questions or concern regarding the learning experience at of St. Leo University

Other people tried to talk me out of going to Saint Leo because it was a private college and the cost was suppose to be higher. I was a non traditional student so I went to classes at night and the cost was comparable to the public college family had tried to encourage me to go to. I loved the small classes and the fact that we stayed together through the whole program. The professors were great and I truly feel that I got an exceptional education. I recommend Saint Leo to anyone wanting to go into... Read More education.

Saint Leo has a great Elementary Ed program that prepared me to become a highly effective teacher! Flexible hours, very knowledgeable instructors and great support from mentors! While doing my internships I was able to get a great introduction to lesson planning, differentiated instruction and other research-based best practices that have help shape my teaching approaches and philosophy. Their program offers a very well rounded program that helped me edify weak areas and allowed me to get ready to... Read More not only get certified in my state but also find my first teaching assignment. I love Saint Leo and I'm proud of being an alumni. I didn't even looked for other schools when I was thinking about doing my masters degree. I knew I couldn't go wrong by joining Saint Leo again!

Hi All - I am currently a MBA student taking classes at Chesapeake Virginia Campus. I am so ashamed to say that I am graduating from Saint Leo. This past year has been pure hell and I am warning you, DO NOT ATTEND THIS SCHOOL. They offer minimal classes on-ground (and the professors that teach this one class, MBA 560, MR. CONTEH is the worst. If a class is not offered on ground, you have no other choice but to take an online class which is $500 - $600 more. People, GO TO ANOTHER UNIVERSITY. I am... Read More now convinced that they don't care. Please spread the word to stay away from this school.

St. Leo is small and private so it's expensive and the social scene isn't big, but the education program is detailed, current, and designed with REAL teachers in mind. I would find myself jealous of larger "state schools" with football teams and more shopping/ bar options, however Saint Leo University was incredible at preparing me for teaching. The professors were thoughtful, considerate, quick at grading, and provided excellent feedback. The internships were realistic, easy to navigate, and honestly... Read More the best preparation for actually being in the classroom. The school was traditionally designed, yet very technological in it's advances. I also really appreciated the Catholic aspect and being able to spiritually connect and feel refreshed whenever necessary on campus.

I''ve been attending Saint Leo off and on for several years, had a few financial aid situations that kept me out of school for almost 2. years. However, I pressed on and was Alberto get back in school in 2012, working fulltime , wife and mother, I was only able to take 1 class a semester. Let me tell you, it was not easy, and there were one or two Professor's that were not the best, but for the majority of my time spent was awesome. Even though it was online, it never felt like an online classroom,... Read More it was a tough, but rewarding program. The only regret, I have is that they have no online Master's in psychology program!

I found the online courses to be more challenging and rewarding than most of the classes I did face to face in other institutions. The professors were very knowledgeable and helpful. Be forewarned, don't think you will coast through this. It is a lot of work. I flew in from Texas for the COL's graduation ceremony. I was surrounded by members of the military or their spouses who were furthering their education. The reception held afterwards by the COL was a nice touch with live music, food and fellowship... Read More with other COL students. I am glad I completed my degree "at" Saint Leo University!

I absolutely love Saint Leo University. I have been attending since 2012 and previously earned by B.A. in Psychology through a blended format. The university has partner campuses which you can attend and online formats. The online setting is one of the best I have experienced (not Blackboard based!) and is very easy to use and understand. The courses are challenging and professors are student-oriented. I am going to graduate this summer with my M.B.A. The coursework thus far has been 100% applicable... Read More to my current work situation. The advisers are always prompt and helpful and I have never had a problem with financial aid. The one semester my cap was reached, I was approved for the next package so that I could graduate on time. I have never known another school to be so student centric (I have attended community college and another public university before transferring to SLU). The B.A. program had grants and also applied scholarships (Bright Future's, etc.) before loans. The M.B.A. is primarily loan centric, however you can adjust the amount accepted. I was always approved for higher than the actual tuition cost which is useful for those who need to supplement income with a refund. I highly recommend this school. One note, however, is that the coursework online can be challenging because the sessions are 8 week quarters. If you are not disciplined for online education, definitely seek on campus coursework.

Saint Leo University does not help their students once they are completed with the degrees. I completed my MBA in Health Care Administration and yet nobody will call me in for an interview nor am I qualified for basic position within a health care field. Everyone says I need to get my certification but Saint Leo does not help their students get certifications, the left me worst off then when i started and a big debt. My suggestion, dont go to this school, talk to the employer you are seeking and... Read More ask for advice of what and where to go.

I have taken a mixture of online and face to face courses from surrounding local community colleges. Many think that online coursework is easier, and that was true where I had attended previously, however, this is not the case at Saint Leo. Taking two classes every 8 weeks is a lot of work here, so be prepared to set aside a good amount of time each week for your class(es). I spend many hours studying and doing each assignment in between time off from working full time. The instructors are pretty... Read More good here, and they respond quickly and are very attentive to each students needs. The coursework can be fairly challenging at times, and I feel even though everything's done online, I am still learning and retaining a lot of information. I can't say the same about other academic institutions I've previously attended. Overall, I believe that this is a great school.