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Military Quick Facts

  • BAH Rate
    $2,709
  • Online BAH
    $901
  • GI Bill Approved Programs
    ✓YES
  • Yellow Ribbon Program
    ✓YES
  • Approved for Tuition Assistance
    ✓YES
  • Offers College Credit for Military Experience
    ✓YES
  • Awards Credit for CLEP Exam
    ✓YES
  • Awards Credit for DSST Exam
    ✓YES
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Saint Leo University

Saint Leo University is a four-year, private, nonprofit Catholic university located at 33701 County Road 52, St. Leo, FL 33574. Students can pursue associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, as well as certificate programs. Programs are offered at University Campus, through education centers, and online; availability varies by program.

Saint Leo University Military & Veteran Support Programs

Saint Leo University offers the following veteran and military support programs:

Is Saint Leo University a GI Bill-approved school?

Yes, Saint Leo University offers programs approved for VA education benefits. Confirm approval of your specific program and location with the university's VA certifying official.

Is Saint Leo University a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes. The VA's 2026-27 listing for Saint Leo University-University Campus shows annual school contributions of up to $3,000 for undergraduate students, $2,000 for graduate students, and $1,000 for doctoral students. VA matches the school contribution, subject to eligible uncovered tuition and fees. The VA listing allows 9,999 participants at each degree level.

Funding depends on eligibility, degree level, and the university's current agreement with the VA. Contact the university to confirm your award and any remaining costs before enrolling.

Does Saint Leo University offer Yellow Ribbon for master's programs?

Yes. For 2026-27, the University Campus graduate contribution is up to $2,000 from Saint Leo, plus up to $2,000 in matching VA funds per eligible student per academic year.

Confirm current graduate contribution limits and program eligibility with the university's VA certifying official.

Does Saint Leo University offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

Yes. For 2026-27, eligible active-duty, Reserve, and National Guard members and their spouses pay $250 per credit in WorldWide undergraduate programs. Qualifying students and spouses in the online MBA and MS in Cybersecurity programs may receive a $580-per-credit military rate. Eligibility is program-specific; veteran status alone does not establish eligibility for these rates.

What are Saint Leo University's military tuition rates for active military using tuition assistance funding?

The 2026-27 WorldWide undergraduate military rate is $250 per credit for eligible students.

This rate does not apply to all University Campus programs. Service-specific Tuition Assistance approval and funding limits apply, and students may owe fees or other charges.

What are Saint Leo University's online tuition rates for active military?

Eligible military students pay $250 per undergraduate credit in WorldWide online programs for 2026-27. The standard WorldWide undergraduate rate is $425 per credit.

Graduate tuition varies by program. The qualifying military rate for the online MBA and MS in Cybersecurity is $580 per credit; confirm eligibility and additional fees with Saint Leo.

Does Saint Leo University offer online degree programs?

Yes, Saint Leo University offers online undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Check the university's current program listings for degree and delivery options.

Is Saint Leo University approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, Saint Leo University offers programs approved for military Tuition Assistance.

Coverage depends on your service branch's rules, your available benefits, and program costs.

Obtain approval from your military education office before enrolling and confirm any remaining tuition and fees with the university.

Tuition, housing, and enrollment information

For 2026-27, University Campus undergraduate tuition is $35,000 for the academic year at 12-18 credits per semester. The $750 campus undergraduate per-credit rate applies to part-time enrollment of 1-11 credits per semester. Fees, housing, and meals are additional. The university's $1,110 annual allowance covers books, course materials, supplies, and equipment. Graduate and doctoral tuition varies by program and course load.

The VA Comparison Tool displayed an estimated main-campus housing allowance of $2,709 per month when checked October 7, 2026. Actual housing payments depend on benefit eligibility, enrollment intensity, delivery format, location, and applicable VA rules; this is not a guaranteed payment for every student.

NCES Fall 2024 enrollment is 9,692 students: 7,516 undergraduate and 2,176 graduate. The 42% male and 58% female figures describe undergraduate enrollment. The Fall 2024 admission rate is 78%; SAT and ACT scores are not considered for admission. The VA Comparison Tool lists 1,363 GI Bill students for University Campus, a separate measure from total university enrollment.

Verify current program availability, location, delivery format, and any state or licensure requirements in the Saint Leo program directory. Benefit details are available in the VA's University Campus profile and Yellow Ribbon directory. Tuition information is for 2026-27; enrollment figures use the reporting periods stated above.

Military and Veteran Costs
  • Tuition Cost
    $ 35,000
  • GI Bill Coverage
    - $ 30,908
  • Yellow Ribbon Coverage
    - $ 4,092
  • Student Veteran Cost
    $ 0
  • Tuition Assistance
    - $ 250
  • Military Student Cost
    $
  • This GI Bill coverage is based on full benefits remaining. Any potential costs and coverage should be verified by the university before applying.

Military/Veteran Support

  • BAH - Campus
    $2,709
  • BAH - Online
    $916.50
  • Campus SVA Chapter
    ✓YES
  • Full-Time Veteran Counselor On Campus
    ✓YES
  • Signed VA Principles Of Excellence
    ✓YES
  • Club/Association for Veterans
    ✓YES
  • Veteran Upward Bound Program
    ✗NO
  • 8 Keys to Veterans' Success
    ✓YES
  • Offers ROTC Program
    ✓YES
  • GI Bill Approved Programs
    ✓YES
Academic Support
  • Offers College Credit for Military Experiences
    ✓YES
  • Awards Credit for CLEP Exam
    ✓YES
  • Awards Credit for DSST Exam
    ✓YES
Financial Support
  • Approved for Tuition Assistance
    ✓YES
  • Yellow Ribbon Program
    ✓YES
  • Scholarships for Military
    ✓YES
  • Reduced Tuition for Military
    ✓YES

    Yellow Ribbon Detail

  • Degree level
    Undergraduate
  • All
  • Amount
    $3,000
  • Number
    9999
  • Degree level
    Graduate
  • All
  • Amount
    $2,000
  • Number
    9999
Costs
  • Undergraduate
    $35,000
    In State
    $35,000
    Out of State
  • Cost-Per-Credit Hour - Undergraduate
    $750
    Campus
    $425
    Online
  • Textbooks
    $1,110
  • GI Bill Textbook Coverage
    - $1000
  • Total Cost to Student Veteran
    $ 110
Student Population
  • Student Count
    7,516
    Undergraduate
    2,176
    Graduate
    1,363
    GI Bill Students
  • Male
    42.0%
    Population
  • Female
    58.0%
    Population
Affiliation
  • Religious
    Roman Catholic
  • Ethnicity
    No Ethnic Affiliation
  • Gender
    Coed School
School Information
  • College Type
    Private
  • Setting
    Town
  • Accreditation Type
    Regional
  • Duration
    4 Year
  • Calendar
    Semesters
  • Online Undergraduate
    Yes
  • Online Graduate
    Yes
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