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About Missouri Southern State University

open enrollmentmasters level programshealth sciences focussmall public universitybusiness and education

Missouri Southern State University is a public university in Joplin, MO, known for its open enrollment, masters level programs, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 99%, SEMo is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 605 students each year. SEMo is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1150–1420, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. SEMo offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $6,875 per year; the sticker price of $27,935 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Missouri Southern State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

99%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1285
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.00 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1150 – 1420 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 17 – 24

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Missouri Southern State University

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Application Strategy
Missouri Southern admits nearly every applicant, so focus your energy on completing the application accurately and meeting the enrollment deadlines rather than stressing over your academic profile. Getting your FAFSA and housing application submitted early will do more for your success here than polishing your essays.
Test Score Strategy
Missouri Southern is test optional and places very low weight on standardized tests, so if your score is below their 75th percentile there is no reason to submit it. Leave the test score field blank and let your GPA and coursework carry your application.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Missouri Southern State University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$28k/yr$9.8k
30k-48k~$28k/yr$10.1k
48k-75k~$28k/yr$11.2k
75k-110k~$28k/yr$14.6k
110k+~$28k/yr$15.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

38%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$38k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3,198
Undergrad Enrollment
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