Southeast Missouri State University

Southeast Missouri State University is a public university in Cape Girardeau, MO, known for its public masters university, health and education focus, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 86%, SEMo is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,447 students each year. SEMo is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 978–1200, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. SEMo offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,132 per year; the sticker price of $30,844 may look very different from what your family actually pays.