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Mission Statement

Equipping students to discover and develop their divine design to serve Christ and the world through spirit-empowered life, learning and leadership.

Vision statement

Southeastern University is anchored by Spirit-empowered education in a Christ-centered, student-focused learning community. Southeastern's global impact is marked by a deep commitment to transforming minds and engaging culture through the integration of faith, learning and service. Each student's divine design is nurtured and unleashed through the investment of faculty and staff, relationships within the community, the rigor of scholarship, diverse learning experiences and the discipline of spiritual formation, which propels students into a lifetime of serving the world in the spirit of Christ.

In addition to our mission and vision statement, we hold fundamental truths about the Christian faith that include the following:

The scriptures are inspired by God and declare his design and plan for mankind.

There is only one true God who is revealed in three persons: father, son and holy spirit (commonly known as the trinity).

Jesus Christ, as God's son, was both fully human and divine.

We are proud of our affiliation with the assemblies of God and our Pentecostal tradition. We are also proud to be a welcoming community for students from all Christian backgrounds and denominations. Our campus includes many Baptists, Presbyterians, Methodists, etc., as well as nondenominational students. Everyone shares a strong commitment to knowing Christ and making him known, and we celebrate our theological similarities while appreciating our differences.

Statement of Faith

Southeastern University subscribes to the 16 Statements of Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God, which are as follows (condensed version):

WE BELIEVE ... The Scriptures are Inspired by God and declare His design and plan for mankind.

WE BELIEVE ... There is only One True God–revealed in three persons...Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (commonly known as the Trinity).

WE BELIEVE ... In the Deity of the Lord Jesus Christ. As God's son Jesus was both human and divine.

WE BELIEVE ... though originally good, Man Willingly Fell to Sin –ushering evil and death, both physical and spiritual, into the world.

WE BELIEVE ... Every Person Can Have Restored Fellowship with God Through 'Salvation' (trusting Christ, through faith and repentance, to be our personal Savior). [1 of 4 cardinal doctrines of the A/G]

WE BELIEVE ... and practice two ordinances—(1) Water Baptism by Immersion after repenting of one's sins and receiving Christ's gift of salvation, and (2) Holy Communion (the Lord's Supper) as a symbolic remembrance of Christ's suffering and death for our salvation.

WE BELIEVE ... The Baptism in the Holy Spirit is a Special Experience Following Salvation that empowers believers for witnessing and effective service, just as it did in New Testament times. [1 of 4 cardinal doctrines of the A/G]

WE BELIEVE ... The Initial Physical Evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit is 'Speaking in Tongues,' as experienced on the Day of Pentecost and referenced throughout Acts and the Epistles.

WE BELIEVE ... Sanctification Initially Occurs at Salvation and is not only a declaration that a believer is holy, but also a progressive lifelong process of separating from evil as believers continually draw closer to God and become more Christlike.

WE BELIEVE ... The Church has a Mission to seek and save all who are lost in sin. We believe 'the Church' is the Body of Christ and consists of the people who, throughout time, have accepted God's offer of redemption (regardless of religious denomination) through the sacrificial death of His son Jesus Christ.

WE BELIEVE ... A Divinely Called and Scripturally Ordained Leadership Ministry Serves the Church. The Bible teaches that each of us under leadership must commit ourselves to reach others for Christ, to worship Him with other believers, and to build up or edify the body of believers–the Church and to meet human need with ministries of love and compassion.

WE BELIEVE ... Divine Healing of the Sick is a Privilege for Christians Today and is provided for in Christ's atonement (His sacrificial death on the cross for our sins). [1 of 4 cardinal doctrines of the A/G]

WE BELIEVE... in The Blessed Hope—When Jesus Raptures His Church Prior to His Return to Earth (the second coming). At this future moment in time all believers who have died will rise from their graves and will meet the Lord in the air, and Christians who are alive will be caught up with them, to be with the Lord forever. [1 of 4 cardinal doctrines of the A/G]

WE BELIEVE ... in The Millennial Reign of Christ when Jesus returns with His saints at His second coming and begins His benevolent rule over earth for 1,000 years. This millennial reign will bring the salvation of national Israel and the establishment of universal peace.

WE BELIEVE ... A Final Judgment Will Take Place for those who have rejected Christ. They will be judged for their sin and consigned to eternal punishment in a punishing lake of fire.

WE BELIEVE ... and look forward to the perfect New Heavens and a New Earth that Christ is preparing for all people, of all time, who have accepted Him. We will live and dwell with Him there forever following His millennial reign on Earth. 'And so shall we forever be with the Lord!'

Life Statement

Southeastern is more than a university; it is a community that transforms students. Joining this Christ-centered community obligates each student to embrace a set of core values centered on scriptural and civilized behavior. The core values of the Southeastern community are: authentic spirituality, a Christ-centered world-view, character development for ethics in life, servant leadership, academic and professional excellence, and cultural sensitivity.

Community Covenant

Since members of this faith-based community have voluntarily chosen to be a participant, all students are obligated to a code of scriptural and community standards and behavior.

As a Christ-follower and member of the community of Southeastern University, I will:

  • Practice the spiritual disciplines—regular reading of God's Word, prayer, etc.

  • Understand that regular attendance at church services is expected

  • Uphold the community standards

  • Pursue integrity and practice professional ethics

  • Adhere to guidelines of dress code

  • Respect the dignity of all persons and highly value the diversity of the body of Christ

  • Respect the rights and property of others

  • Discourage bigotry, slander, and gossip among the members of the community and will refuse to engage in such behavior

  • Refrain from the possession, use or distribution of beverage alcohol (except for communion), marijuana, or other intoxicants either on or off university premises

  • Refrain from the possession, use or distribution of tobacco products either on or off university premises

  • Refrain from the possession, use or distribution of illegal substances and the abuse or illegal use of legal substances, including prescription and over-the-counter medications either on or off university premises

  • Refrain from all sexually immoral behavior including: premarital sex; adultery; lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender behavior; and involvement with pornography in any form. (Biblical marriage consists only of a faithful, heterosexual union between one genetic male and one genetic female, and biblical marriage is the only legitimate and acceptable context for a sexual relationship)

  • Resolve conflict according to the model in Matthew 18:15-20

  • Honor the servant-leaders who watch over this community and cooperate with their leadership

  • Demonstrate compassion for others and a passion for the lost as a representative of Christ

Human Sexuality Statement Biblical Foundations

Our understanding of human sexuality is derived from the following biblical principles:

God created humans as relational beings — the only part of creation that God explicitly designed to have community with Himself (Genesis 1:26). All other forms of community are designed to reflect this relationship between divinity and humanity (Hebrews 10:24–25, 1 Corinthians 12:14, Ephesians 5:25).

As a direct result of sin, the community between divinity and humanity was broken (Genesis 3:23–24). This brokenness has permeated into all other relationships (Genesis 4:15). Human sexuality is not exempt from the marring effects of separation from the Divine (Romans 1:21-23).

God's intention for human sexuality is to occur between one genetic male and one genetic female within the covenant of marriage (Genesis 2:18, 21–24; Hebrews 13:4).

All forms of sexuality outside of God's intention are a result of separation from God (1 Corinthians 6:13, 18–20) and are illegitimate moral options for the confessing Christian. In Scripture, several sexual behaviors are expressly forbidden, which include but are not limited to fornication, adultery, incest, unnatural sexual intercourse and homosexual acts (Exodus 20:14; Leviticus 18:7–23, 20:10–21; Matthew 5:27–28; Romans 1:20–27; 1 Corinthians 6:9; Galatians; 5:19; Ephesians 4:17–19; Colossians 3:5)

Into this broken world, God sent himself in the form of His only begotten Son, Jesus the Christ (John 1:1–3, 14). Through His sacrifice, Jesus became the Way to restoration of the Divine/human community (John 3:16). Until one has restored his or her relationship with God through His Son, Jesus, all other relationships — including human sexuality — will remain broken (John 14:6–7).

Southeastern Human Sexuality

At Southeastern University, we affirm human sexuality as a gift from God, designed to serve as a mirror of one's relationship with God. We believe that God's intention for human sexuality is between one genetic male and one genetic female within the covenant of marriage (Genesis 2:18, 21–24; Hebrews 13:4).

In addition, Southeastern University supports the dignity of individual persons affirming their biological sex — understanding that any attempts to change one's God-given sexuality through elective sex-reassignment or transvestite, transgender or nonbinary "genderqueer" acts or conduct is at odds with our biblical standards, denominational affiliation and subsequently our code of conduct.

Our Commitment

Therefore, we as a community commit to the following:

Because of our values surrounding modesty, sexual purity and safety, the university has had a single-sex housing and restroom policy for undergraduates since its inception, and we will continue to maintain this tradition.

In regard to athletics, we will continue to support our biblical understanding of affirming an individual's biological sex as the basis for athletic competition.

As a university we will conduct our sexuality as a reflection of our relationship with God. Southeastern University pledges to guide the university community toward understanding and embracing its sexuality as a reflection of its relationship with God.

Seeing that sin is a common struggle for all, members of the SEU community are committed to treating one another with respect and Christ-like compassion (Philippians 2:3–5). Insults, slurs and other forms of derogatory speech have no place in a Christian community (James 3:9–12). Any deviation from a biblical standard of sexual behavior is a result of separation from God and therefore is an opportunity for repentance, grace and redemption so that as a community, we might honor one another and glorify God.

Misrepresentation Policy

Southeastern University strives to be an institution of high integrity and is committed to providing the most accurate information through all mediums to anyone associated with the University. Southeastern University will make every effort to not engage in misrepresentation of any form as defined by the U.S. Department Regulatory Citation: 34 CFR § 668.71 (c) which defines misrepresentation as any false, erroneous or misleading statement an eligible institution, one of its representatives, or any ineligible institution, organization, or person with whom the eligible institution has an agreement to provide educational programs, or to provide marketing, advertising, recruiting or admissions services makes directly or indirectly to a student, prospective student or any member of the public, or to an accrediting agency, to a State agency, or to the Secretary. A misleading statement includes any statement that has the likelihood or tendency to deceive. A statement is any communication made in writing, visually, orally, or through other means. Misrepresentation includes the dissemination of a student endorsement or testimonial that a student gives either under duress or because the institution required the student to make such an endorsement or testimonial to participate in a program.

Drug-Free School & Campus Policy

Southeastern University is committed to maintaining a Christ-centered and student-focused learning community that is free from alcohol, tobacco, and illegal drugs. In accordance with the University's Community Covenant as well as the Code of Student Conduct and the Employee Handbook, the possession, use, distribution, or manufacture of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, illegal drugs, and other intoxicants by students or employees is prohibited both on and off campus. The University also prohibits abuse, misuse, and distribution of legal prescription medications.

The University's position on alcohol, tobacco, and drugs is in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989.

Undergraduate Admission Policies

Admission policies for Southeastern University's programs are outlined in the below Admission Policy Manual.  The policy manual outlines the admission process, application and fees, transcript, test score and documentation requirements for each student population. Unique admission policies for online, regional and extension, and certificate programs are provided.

Other Admission Processes

Dual Enrollment

Program Overview

Southeastern University offers dual enrollment credit through on campus, online, extension site, and home schooling course options.

Prospective dual enrolled students must be at least 16 years old and have a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher in order to enroll in dual enrollment courses.

· In applicable states, prospective dual enrollment student must qualify as an "Ability-to-Benefit" student (e.g.: CA).

Any freshman- or sophomore-level courses (that do not require prerequisites) can be taken.

Sophomores can complete up to 12 credit hours per year. 

Juniors can complete up to 24 credit hours per year. 

Seniors can complete up to 30 credit hours per year.

Admission Requirements

  • Submit the dual enrollment application.

  • Submit a dual enrollment agreement form.

  • Submit Ability-to-Benefit test scores.

The Academic Year

Southeastern University operates its traditional campus-based programs on a fall and spring semester system with two summer sessions.

The fall and spring semesters are 16 weeks in length. Class sessions during the regular semesters are scheduled so that they equate to fifteen, 50-minute sessions per credit hour, although they may vary depending on the nature of the instruction and schedule. Hybrid classes, mixing online and individual study with face-to-face sessions, are also held, as well as some online delivery courses, structured for campus-based students. New, incoming students may only enter in the fall or spring semester.

The two summer sessions are intensive one-week and three-week sessions. Course delivery during summer sessions also varies, but they are designed to be comparable to the semester sessions. The academic calendar outlines the main events including the beginning and ending dates of each semester and summer sessions.

Incentive Compensation Prohibition

Southeastern University will not provide any commission, bonus, or other incentive payment based directly or indirectly on success in securing enrollments or financial aid to any individual or entity engaged in recruiting or admission activities or in making decisions about awarding FSA program funds as specified by the Department of Education.

Reviewing Freshmen Applications

The Admission Office will review applications after all required documents are received and have been processed through Admission Data Office. The applicant's file is prepared and accessible by the designated Admission Counselor, and/or the Director of Admission for review. Some applications are flagged for additional review by the Director of Admission. Once the decision has been made, the student will be notified of the decision in writing within two weeks.

Acceptance Process for Freshmen

The designated Admission Counselor will review prospective student applications following completion. The following is a list of specific information that the Admission Counselor is looking for in the application:

Check student's Immigration Status

Church questions: they should show personal relationship with Christ and regular church attendance. If anything in the file indicates that the student does not have a personal relationship with Christ, follow up with student to get a more detailed response. File may need to be reviewed by the Director of Admission.

Lifestyle questions should show abstinence from alcohol, tobacco or drug use. If there is use, follow up as necessary according to Southeastern University's student handbook.

If there are items of concern in the application, follow up with the applicant or the Christian character reference to get more information about the student.

Christian Character Recommendation: Student must have a non-family member that has known the applicant longer than 6 months to complete the form provided by Southeastern University admission office.

Biographical Essay: Biographical essay is 400 words minimum, typed, double-spaced using the following prompt: "Describing the beginning and present growth of your relationship with God and how you see yourself as a good match for SEU's academic and spiritual environment". If there are any causes for concerns within the essay, then the Admission Counselor will seek approval from the Director of Admission. The Director of Admission will communicate with the Director of Student Services..

The student must check "yes" to abide by Southeastern University's community life statement and covenant.

Student needs a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Once a decision has been reached, the Admission Counselor will complete the following steps:

Data Processors will change their stage in the Student Information System.

Once the students stage has been updated, Admission Counselor will communicate acceptance decision to the student via email.

If a student does not meet the requirements for general admission or if there are any other concerns, provisional acceptance may be granted or the file may be sent to the Director of Admission for review.

Provisional Acceptance

Provisional admission is available for students who do not meet the Academic Admission standards listed above. If one or more of the requirements have not been met, provisional admission may be granted on a case-by-case basis as determined by the Director of Admission.

Academic or Disciplinary Dismissal, Suspension, Probation, Felony

If a student marks 'yes' on their application to having been dismissed, suspended, or placed on probation from college or high school for academic or disciplinary reasons, their Admission Counselor will communicate with the prospective student's prior school to obtain additional information relevant to their admission file.

If a student marks 'yes' on their application to having been convicted of a felony, the prospective student will be required to submit a certified criminal background check in addition to their regular admission documents. Admission Counselor will provide the student with instructions on how to complete the background check. The applicant is responsible for all costs to complete the certified criminal background check. If a prospective student has been convicted in the past, the file will be reviewed by the Director of Admission.

Transient Students.

A student enrolled at another institution may take a course(s) at Southeastern University and transfer the credit to the other institution. To be considered as a transient student, the applicant must apply for enrollment at Southeastern University and have written permission from the Registrar of the other institution.

If an applicant is interested in our Learning Series Program, they must fill out a Student Registration form here: https://www.seu.edu/non-degree-series-registration/

*NOTE: A student wanting to do the Learning Series Program must be at an extension that offers it.