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National Fraternal Order of Police University Partnership

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SEMO is an official member of the National Fraternal Order of Police University (NFOPU) Consortium. 

SEMO is proud to be a member of NFOPU Consortium. Through this partnership, we offer FOP members a 10% tuition discount on select programs designed to advance careers in law enforcement and public service.

Whether you're looking to enhance your criminal justice expertise, earn credentials for career advancement, or complete your degree while serving your community, SEMO is committed to your career development as a law enforcement professional. 

Who is Eligible?

This exclusive tuition discount is available to active FOP members in good standing.

Verification of FOP membership will be required during the enrollment process.

Featured Programs for Law Enforcement Professionals

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ)

Study criminal justice at SEMO in Missouri's first 90 credit-hour degree. We cut out the fluff to reduce your time away from work or family and shorten your time to graduation! Everything you need... nothing that you don't!
BS in Criminal Justice BS in Criminal Justice Online Read about Missouri's First 90 credit hour degree
Criminal Justice student in an Undergrad Course at SEMO studying in the best criminal justice program in Missouri

Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ)

Getting a great education shouldn't interfere with your career or be a burden to your family. Advance your career with shorter 8-week classes to gain graduate-level expertise in criminal justice administration and help people and communities solve real-world problems every day!
MS in Criminal Justice
A SEMO Master's Criminal Justice student in class learning in the best Criminal Justice Program

Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies

A flexible degree designed to combine prior learning and work experience with academic coursework. Perfect for law enforcement professionals seeking a bachelor's degree while gaining skills in multiple career fields.
BS in Professional Studies BS in Professional Studies Online
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Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)

Real learning doesn't just come from books! Through SEMO's CPL Program, you may be eligible to earn college credit for police academy training, professional certifications and licenses, military training and service, and workplace learning and experience.
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A SEMO student at the Law Enforcement Academy doing training for Credit before starting classes at Southeast

Steps to Apply

  1. Complete the application for admission online. We will let you know if we need additional documentation after you apply.
  2. Include the company code FOPN01 on the application.
  3. Fill out the Employee Rate Agreement form and email the required materials to admissions@semo.edu or mail them to:
Southeast Missouri State University
Office of Admissions
MS3550
One University Plaza
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701-4799

Recertification

Current SEMO Online students who wish to receive the discount are required to recertify every semester. To receive the discount, complete the Employee Rate Agreement form and submit it together with the required materials (noted on the form) to the Office of Admissions.

Questions?

Brian Donavant
Chair of Criminal Justice, Social Work & Sociology 
bdonavant@semo.edu
Phone: (573) 651-2628

SEMO Online Programs
online@semo.edu
Phone: (573) 651-2766

 

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Office Location

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Mailing Location

One University Plaza, MS 7950
Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701