Southeast Missouri State University Admission Requirements
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Southeast Missouri State University Admission Overview
Southeast Missouri State University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Southeast Missouri State University admitted 73.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.53 GPA (A-) and SAT 850-1030 / ACT 16-21. Southeast Missouri State University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Southeast Missouri State University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Southeast Missouri State University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
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Admission difficulty for Southeast Missouri State University
Acceptance Rate
The Southeast Missouri State University acceptance rate is 73.5%. Last year, 7,691 of 10,461 applicants were admitted. That is the 24th lowest acceptance rate in Missouri.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Southeast Missouri State University and can you get accepted?
Southeast Missouri State University is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Southeast Missouri State University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.53. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Southeast Missouri State University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.53Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.53
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Southeast Missouri State University typically have around a 3.53 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Southeast Missouri State University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #18 in Missouri for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Southeast Missouri State University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
850-1030Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
1%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 470
- Math 380
- Composite 850
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 550
- Math 480
- Composite 1030
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Southeast Missouri State University typically score around a 940 SAT (middle 50% 850–1030) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 29th percentile nationally. Southeast Missouri State University ranks #32 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 850 to 1030
SAT policy
Southeast Missouri State University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 940 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Southeast Missouri State University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
16-21Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
5%25th Percentile Scores
- English 14
- Math 15
- Composite 16
75th Percentile Scores
- English 20
- Math 18
- Composite 21
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Southeast Missouri State University typically have around a 18 ACT (mid-50 16–21) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 38th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Southeast Missouri State University places #36 among colleges in Missouri for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 16 to 21
ACT policy
You may apply to Southeast Missouri State University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 18.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
78% of Southeast Missouri State University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 46% are in the top quarter.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Southeast Missouri State University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Jul 1, 2027Days left to Apply
304Applicants have 304 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jul 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Southeast Missouri State University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Southeast Missouri State University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 73.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.53 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (850-1030); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=179557.
GPA calculator: Southeast Missouri State University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026