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Southeast Missouri State University

Cape Girardeau, MO • public • I | OVC | FCS
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Acceptance
78.5%
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Grad Rate
56%
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Cost
$21,453 / $21,453

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 9,015 • Total: 10,995
Academic Calendar
Semester
Honors College/Program
Yes
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Address
One University Plaza, MS2025
Cape Girardeau, MO
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Website
www.semo.edu
Region
Midwest
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 3,613 (40.1%) • Female: 5,402 (59.9%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 87 1.0%
Black/African American 668 7.4%
Hispanic/Latino 276 3.1%
White 6,814 75.6%
Two or More Races 301 3.3%
International 464 5.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
78.5%
5,858 admitted from 7,462 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 470-550
Math: 380-480
Total: 850-1030
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
16-21
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
55.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
38.9%
Freshman Retention Rate
76.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
27.1:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$21,453
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$21,453
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $8,559
Out-of-state: $8,559
Room & Board
$12,198
Books & Supplies
$696
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $12,704
$30,001-48,000 $13,342
$48,001-75,000 $15,338
$75,001-110,000 $17,395
$110,001+ $21,267
Students Receiving Pell Grants
85%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
OVC
Football
FCS
Men's Sports (4)
Baseball Basketball Football (FCS) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (7)
Basketball Gymnastics Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.5 GPA / 27 ACT
In-State Awards
$500-$8,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$500-$8,000/yr
18 automatic scholarships (22 total)
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Common questions about Southeast Missouri State University

What is Southeast Missouri State University's acceptance rate?
Southeast Missouri State University accepts 79% of applicants, from 7,462 applications.
How much does Southeast Missouri State University cost?
Tuition and fees are $8,559. Families earning under $30,000 pay $12,704 on average after aid.
Does Southeast Missouri State University require SAT or ACT scores?
Southeast Missouri State University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Southeast Missouri State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 16 and 21 on the ACT.
What is Southeast Missouri State University's graduation rate?
56% of students graduate within six years.