COVID-19 Information
See the latest updates and information regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, including a list of University contact information at semo.edu/covid19.
SEMO is Test Optional!
Students do not need an ACT or SAT score to be admitted. Southeast also expanded the institutional scholarships now available without a test score and increased the value of academic scholarships that students can obtain as test optional. "This expansion of test optional admissions and scholarships, and elimination of our application fee are among many actions the University has taken to provide greater access to higher education," said Southeast President Dr. Carlos Vargas. "Expansion of the test optional program is even more important today as the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the cancellation of many ACT and SAT testing dates."
This Fall We're Showing Our Redhawk Resilience
Countless faculty, staff, and students are working on guidance and processes to create a healthy and safe campus. Visit semo.edu/covid for the latest campus updates and resources.
COVID-19 Updates
Are You Ready to See Our Beautiful Campus
From the towering trees to the largest river in North America. From the historic buildings to the copper dome that perches above the city. From the rolling hills to the people waving hello. Yeah, there’s just something about our campus.
Don’t take our word for it. Schedule a private campus tour or visit our virtual campus visit experience to see for yourself from the comfort of your home!
Do More Without Paying More
At Southeast, we know the value of a college education. And, we think everyone should be able to afford that value. It’s the reason we designed a scholarship program where 70% of our students are eligible. It’s why we don’t have an application fee. It’s why we’re test optional. It’s why we created our Will To Do Award, so eligible Pell students would pay $0 in tuition and fees.
And, if you’re thinking that all sounds too good to be true, Southeast is living proof that high quality doesn’t have to mean high cost. While our tuition is lower than the national average, you’ll find we’re still one of Missouri’s most accredited institutions.
- Our academic programs are groundbreaking (first cybersecurity degree in Missouri).
- They’re innovative (Missouri’s only campus dedicated to art, dance, music, and theatre).
- They’re sought-after (our nurses have a 100% licensure pass rate, our teachers have a 98% job placement rate, and our accountants are hired by some of the largest firms in the nation).
That quality combined with abundant real-world learning opportunities mean you start building your resume almost as soon as you set foot on campus and you’re career-ready when you leave campus. SEMO doesn’t want to just be affordable or just be high quality. We want to be a smart investment, so you launch an extraordinary career and can excel on day one.
The Will To Do
We give everything we’ve got and earn everything we get. Because progress isn’t promised to anybody. It will be made by those with the courage to question. The hunger to know. And the will to do.
Transform Your Future: You’ll Do That Here
Veterans Plaza Dedicated at Southeast
Southeast Missouri State University’s new Veterans Plaza was officially dedicated today, Sept. 25 during a flag-raising ceremony to celebrate the new addition on campus to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The University’s Veterans Plaza, located between Academic Hall and Memorial Hall, honors the military service of Southeast veterans or families [...]
Southeast Missouri State University announces rescheduled, in-person dates for fall commencement ceremonies to honor spring, summer and fall 2020 graduates. Southeast will hold its fall commencement ceremonies on Saturday, Nov. 21 in the Show Me Center. Southeast will also host commencement ceremonies for spring and summer 2020 graduates on Nov. 14 in the Show Me [...]
Southeast’s Career Services’ Virtual Career Expo to Engage Students, Employers
The Office of Career Services at Southeast Missouri State University has partnered with Career Fair Plus to bring students its first Virtual Career Expo from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30. “Southeast Missouri State University is dedicated to launching extraordinary careers — even during a pandemic,” said Dan Presson, Career Services director. Approximately [...]
Southeast Among Princeton Review’s 2021 ‘Best in the Midwest’
Southeast Missouri State University has been recognized among the best regional universities in the Midwest, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company lists Southeast in the Best in the Midwest section of its “2021 Best Colleges: Region by Region” website feature that posted at https://www.princetonreview.com/bestMWcolleges. Southeast is one of 158 schools and one [...]
Southeast Awarded Department of Education Grant for TRIO Student Support Services
Southeast Missouri State University has been awarded a $1.9 million TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Southeast will use the funding to support 200 Southeast students annually over a five-year period through the University’s Academic Support Centers. “At Southeast, we take pride in supporting students to pursue their higher [...]
Southeast Among U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 Best Colleges Rankings
Southeast Missouri State University has been recognized among the top 100 best regional universities in the Midwest, according to the 2021 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. Southeast is ranked 76th among the best regional universities in the Midwest, up two places from its 2020 ranking. Institutions classified as “Regional Universities” offer a broad [...]