Admissions Overview
The admission process at Southeast Missouri State University has a 86% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Southeast Missouri State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
86%
Less Selective
Application Volume
7,092
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
24%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Southeast Missouri State University has a 86% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Southeast Missouri State University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
How to Apply to Semo
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Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Southeast Missouri State University. About 14% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 970 to 1,180. Additionally, about 69% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 17 to 24.
SAT Scores
14% of students submitted400
1600
970 – 1180
200
800
490 – 590
200
800
480 – 590
ACT Scores
69% of students submitted1
36
17 – 24
1
36
16 – 24
1
36
16 – 23
Admission Statistics
7,092 students applied to Semo. Of those, 86% were accepted (6,121 students). Of these 6,121 accepted students, 1,447 chose to enroll.
7,092
Total Applicants
6,121
Students Admitted
1,447
Students Enrolled
86%
Acceptance Rate