Southeast Missouri State University AUDIENCE MENU The drive to succeed. THE WILL TO DO. CUSTOMIZE THIS PAGE: Everyone UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL You’ll do that here. At Southeast, we believe you aren’t a spectator to your future. You apply all the grit and talent and sweat and passion you can muster because college is not the next step. It’s the biggest step. This is where you’ll try and fail and learn. Progress isn’t promised to anyone. It will be made by those with the courage to question. The hunger to know. And the will to do. At Southeast, we don’t just learn. We do. And, we know there’s no limit to what you can do. GROUNDBREAKING ACADEMICS FIND YOUR PROGRAM 98% &nbsp; Of graduates are employed or continuing their education within six months of graduation. 15 &nbsp; Professional centers to take your education from classroom to career. 1 &nbsp; Only university in Missouri to be accredited in all four areas of art, dance, music, and theatre. 9X &nbsp; Missouri Cyber Defense State Champions 3X &nbsp; National Debate Champs LAUNCH A CAREER You’ll do that here. As a Southeast student, you’ll start building your resume almost as soon as you step foot on campus. The real-world opportunities begin on day one. That way, when you graduate from Southeast, you’ll be ready to excel in your career from day one, too. Hands-on learning: that’s what we do. At Southeast you’ll have the opportunity to learn from and participate in research with distinguished faculty who are Fulbright scholars and awarded grants from world-renowned research centers like the National Science Foundation. “The program is very hands-on and you really learn practical skills as opposed to just sitting and listening to lecture after lecture. The professors are passionate about what they teach, and you leave the classroom genuinely feeling like you learned something that you will carry forward with you in life.” --Kelsey Barnett When Math and Music Meet A music and math actuarial science double major turns a major financial crisis into composition while showcasing just why Southeast was named a Yamaha Institution of Excellence. Do more than take classes. Gain experience. It’s not just about what you can do on campus. Career counselors, internship coordinators, and faculty work to give students professional experience across the country. We help you gain experience, so when the real tests come, you’ll be ready. FIND YOUR FLOCK You’ll do that here. Whether you live on campus or not, it’s easy to find the perfect balance of independence, entertainment, and support at Southeast. Our community offers a breadth of activities and teams, living spaces and dining options — each with its own unique vibe, so everyone feels at home. There’s One Place Like Home 200 &nbsp; Student organizations to join — from aerial swing dance to vegetable enthusiasts and everything in between. 20+ &nbsp; Club sports and eSports to compete and connect 50+ &nbsp; Study abroad programs to experience the world 50+ &nbsp; OVC Regular Season Championships #1 &nbsp; Named Missouri’s Prettiest City by Architectural Digest You Have to Feel It When we ask our students why they chose Southeast, they always say, "when I visited, I just fell in love." The best way to know if Southeast is right for you is to experience it for yourself. Whether you’re coming to campus for a tour or checking us out online, we’ll do our best to show you what your future could be like. We can’t wait to see you. FACULTY SPOTLIGHT VERA CAMPBELL JONES I had been a hospital nurse for 30 years prior to coming to Southeast. I believe that’s important to the students because they know that their professor has had that hands-on experience. MORE ABOUT VERA ABOUT OUR NURSING PROGRAM COVID-19 Updates and Information See the latest updates and information regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, including a list of University contact information and building closures. LEARN MORE GET A REAL RETURN ON INVESTMENT Invest in Yourself We want to invest in you: with scholarships, with time, with help finding the possibilities to see, learn, and do all you want. Complete this form to let us know what you are interested in doing. We'll share all of the opportunities awaiting you at Southeast Missouri State University. APPLY NOW One University Plaza Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 (573) 651-2000 Contact Us Social Twitter Facebook Instagram Linkedin Youtube CAMPUSES Cape Girardeau River Campus Kennett Sikeston Poplar Bluff CAMPUS LINKS News Athletics Events Accreditations Show Me Center Footer EMPLOYMENT ACCESSIBILITY NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY PRIVACY POLICY SUNSHINE LAW © 2021 SEMO Open site alert