Southeastern University is in Lakeland, Florida. Lakeland is a small city. The school is classified as a Assemblies of God Church college. Southeastern University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree. Southeastern University is a private, Christian, graduate and undergraduate of higher educational.

Firstly it was establish as a Bible College in 1935. Later in 1970 it became a liberal arts college. The University has formerly been known as South-Eastern Bible Institute (1935-1956), South-Eastern Bible College (1956-1977), and Southeastern College of the Assemblies of God (1977-2005).

The school offers a real campus feel. Southeastern University makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students come from varied academic backgrounds. More than 20 percent of the students are ethnic minorities. Before enrolling at Southeastern, students have attended public, private and Christian schools.

Southeastern University consists of different areas of study. It offers 45 programs leading to bachelor's and master's degrees, including an MBA. All students are needed to complete 54 hours of general education course work in addition to their major. Southeastern University offers: the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business and Legal Studies, the College of Christian Ministries and Religion, and the College of Education.

Moreover, the university offers online programs. Online programs are very flexible and convenience. But furthermore online education has other advantages. All online students contribute to class discussions through electronic discussion boards.

The school is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.