Student activities are an important part of the educational program. Students are encouraged to participate in the activity program in order to develop leadership and learn to work with others. There is an active student council, a variety of clubs, music and other social activities. Southeastern is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association and the Southern Illinois College Conference. The students compete with member teams in basketball, baseball, tennis, and golf.
Emphasis is placed on good sportsmanship.
There are scholarships and aids to help the students financially. These aids include local and state scholarships, state and federal grants, loans, and work opportunities. Southeastern College is growing in many ways. The permanent campus is now occupied. The enrollment is increasing rapidly.