Southeast Missouri State University welcomes international students to the campus. Approximately three percent of Southeast's enrollment is international students representing more than 40 countries. The University is affiliated with Host Family International and provides international students with an opportunity to interact on a regular basis with an American family.
Application Checklist:
Application Deadlines
| Fall semester |
July 1 |
| Spring semester |
November 1 |
| Summer semester |
April 1 |
Language Proficiency
You must demonstrate adequate English proficiency to successfully pursue graduate-level course work by:
Completing the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 213 (550) or better OR the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 6 or better. (Any exceptions to this policy will be considered only on an individual basis) or
Satisfactorily completing one year at a U.S. college or university and
Completing the English proficiency exam administered by Southeast Missouri State University. If the exam score indicates a need for additional English language training, the applicant will be required to complete the appropriate course(s) during the first semester of enrollment. The dean of the School of Graduate Studies may excuse graduates of Southeast Missouri State University from the testing requirement.
Orientation
All International students (except graduates of a U.S. institution of higher education) are required to attend an orientation session held the week prior to the start of classes. There will be a $50 charge for the orientation program. For more information, visit the International Programs Web site.
Financial Responsibility & Estimated Expenses
The U.S. Immigration Service and University require that international students provide evidence of financial resources sufficient to pay the full cost of tuition, general fees, room and board, textbooks, insurance and incidental expenses. An Official Statement of Finances accompanied by a verified bank statement is required.
Estimated Expenses for Nine-Month Academic Year
Transcripts
You must submit an official transcript(s) (Marksheets) of your baccalaureate and graduate record from all colleges attended showing the courses taken, grades earned, rank in class, grade point average, and class or division earned if applicable. If the original is in a foreign language, an English translation must be provided. The applicant will be notified when the evaluation is complete.
Physical Exam
Have a physical examination by a licensed physician in the home country. A physical examination form will be sent after evaluating credentials and finding them satisfactory for admission here.
Health Insurance
On arrival, International students are required to purchase health insurance ($466 U.S. dollars per year).
Assistantships
International students without prior educational experience in the United States may not be awarded a teaching assistantship until one semester in residence has been completed. In addition, the potential graduate teaching assistant must demonstrate oral language proficiency by achieving a satisfactory score on the SPEAK test. For more information...
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