Saint Leo University Inc
Saint leo university welcomes and embraces in the catholic benedictine tradition (see schedule o) individuals of all faiths. The university seeks balanced growth in mind, body, and spirit …
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Discover one of the top-ranked universities in Florida! Saint Leo offers flexible learning options rooted in Catholic values and academic rigor.
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Mission
Saint leo university welcomes and embraces in the catholic benedictine tradition (see schedule o) individuals of all faiths. The university seeks balanced growth in mind, body, and spirit for all members of our community. Our community recognizes the dignity, value, and gifts of all. At saint leo, learning is of prime importance, and we work to meet the evolving needs of our communities and the world around us.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar education in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Saint Leo University Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 88,739 education charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- It is one of the better-documented education charities in the United States GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- Established in 1965, it predates 88% of the education charities in the United States GiveRadar has a founding year for. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (6 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologySaint Leo University Inc is a registered education nonprofit based in Saint Leo, FL, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1965 and has been operating for 61 years. Its EIN is 591237047. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 90/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $146M in annual revenue. 175 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Saint Leo University Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 591237047. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Saint Leo University Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 82% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United States is 90/100.
Saint Leo University Inc is located in Saint Leo, FL, United States. The organization was established in 1965 and has been active for 61 years.
Based on official tax filings, Saint Leo University Inc has $146M in annual revenue. It allocates 82% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 73% for education charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Saint Leo University Inc is classified as an Education organization, registered in United States. It operates as a School (170(b)(1)(A)(ii)). By size, it is categorized as a very-large organization. It has $146M in annual revenue. The organization has 175 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Saint Leo University Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Saint Leo University Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 82% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 73%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Discover one of the top-ranked universities in Florida! Saint Leo offers flexible learning options rooted in Catholic values and academic rigor. Saint Leo University Inc is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1965.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 82% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 73%. Its annual revenue of $146M is well above the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Saint Leo University Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 591237047, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
6 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY INC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
From FY2025 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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6 articles found
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Saint Leo University softball wins NCAA Division II National Championship - Hernando Sun
Saint Leo University Expands Online Graduate Programs for Florida Working Professionals - Yahoo Finance
Saint Leo University to require AI certifications for all graduates through IBM partnership - FOX 13 Tampa Bay
Saint Leo president aims to build nation’s largest Catholic university - Tampa Bay Business & Wealth
Saint Leo University partners with IBM to embed AI training across all majors - Tampa Bay 28
New Saint Leo leader targets social mobility rankings as university prepares for growth - The Business Journals
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 175 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 175 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1965
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Saint Leo University Inc
- What is Saint Leo University Inc?
- Saint Leo University Inc is a education school (170(b)(1)(a)(ii)) based in Saint Leo, United States. Discover one of the top-ranked universities in Florida! Saint Leo offers flexible learning options rooted in Catholic values and academic rigor.
- When was Saint Leo University Inc founded?
- Saint Leo University Inc was founded in 1965.
- Who leads Saint Leo University Inc?
- James Burkee serves as President.
- Where is Saint Leo University Inc located?
- Headquartered in Saint Leo, FL, United States.
- What is Saint Leo University Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100M-$1B. 82% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Saint Leo University Inc trustworthy?
- Saint Leo University Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Saint Leo University Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 591237047.
- What is Saint Leo University Inc's website?
- http://www.saintleo.edu