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Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau,
MO
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate86%
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About Southeast Missouri State University
At Southeast Missouri State, we take pride in our will to do: the commitment and heart to find success, no matter what it takes. We give every student personal support that instills a strong sense of confidence and helps them exceed their potential. We offer groundbreaking academics that are comprehensive and dynamic. And because we anticipate the needs of the marketplace, we ensure that our students are ready to launch extraordinary careers.
Southeast Missouri State University is a public, state university in the town of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Southeast Missouri State University was founded in 1873. The college currently enrolls around 9,927 students per year, including 8,454 undergrad students.
Southeast Missouri State University Acceptance Rate 2022
It is moderately difficult to get into Southeast Missouri State University. The acceptance rate at Southeast Missouri State University is 86%. In 2022, 7,092 students applied to Southeast Missouri State University and 6,121 were admitted.
| Southeast Missouri State University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 86% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 14% |
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Southeast Missouri State University is located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri,.
If you are interested in seeing Southeast Missouri State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 55 to Cape Girardeau, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Cape Girardeau Regional.
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College Info
Southeast Missouri State University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jul 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Southeast Missouri State University is Jul 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Southeast Missouri State University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Southeast Missouri State University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
970 - 1190
Math SAT Range
480 - 590
Reading SAT Range
490 - 590
Southeast Missouri State University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$22,690
In State$27,526
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$9,495
$14,331
Fees
$1,344
$1,344
Housing
$11,486
$11,486
Books
$365
$365
Student Life
Wondering what life at Southeast Missouri State University is like? There are approximately 9,927 students enrolled at Southeast Missouri State University, including 8,454 undergraduate students and 1,473 graduate students. 75% percent of students attend school full-time, 79% percent are from MO and 21% percent of students are from other states.
75%
Full Time25%
Part Time79%
In State21%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
9,927
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
86%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jul 1
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