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School of Health Sciences

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Where purpose meets practice.

For more than 65 years, SEMO has prepared healthcare professionals to serve patients and strengthen communities. Learning comes to life through clinical experiences, advanced simulation, and hands-on training that build confidence from day one.

Supported by faculty with real-world experience and a community committed to student success, graduates leave ready to provide compassionate care, solve complex challenges, and lead in an ever-evolving healthcare field.

Find Your Program

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    Nursing

    Start or advance a career in one of healthcare's fastest-growing fields. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) prepares future registered nurses, while the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) nurse practitioner program equips experienced nurses for advanced clinical practice.

    Nursing RN-BSN

    Nursing MSN

  • a communication disorders major reads a book to a child in a clinic setting

    Communication Disorders

    Help people find their voice. Build a foundation in speech, language, and hearing through the undergraduate program, then prepare for professional clinical practice in the graduate program.

    Communication Disorders

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    Athletic Training

    Turn a passion for sports medicine into a career. SEMO's master's program prepares future athletic trainers to prevent, evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate injuries through immersive clinical experiences and hands-on learning.

    Athletic Training

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    Health Sciences

    Build a flexible foundation for a future in healthcare. The Bachelor of Science in health sciences prepares students for careers in health administration, wellness, public health, and related fields, while also providing a strong pathway to graduate or professional school.

    Health Sciences

Health Sciences By the Numbers

  • 100%

    Success Rate

    In 2025, every graduate from our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), and communication disorders programs is employed in the field and our online RN-BSN program achieved a 100% pass rate.

  • 97%

    First-Time NCLEX Pass Rate

    For the first two quarters of 2025, our BSN graduates achieved a remarkable 96.67% first-time NCLEX pass rate—a testament to our rigorous preparation and dedicated faculty.

  • 29%

    Projected to Grow from 2020 to 2030

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of speech-language pathologists is projected to grow 29% from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations.

  • 14%

    Athletic Training Job Outlook

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of athletic trainers is projected to grow 14% from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.

Graduate Information

Graduate ready for what's next. Our nationally accredited speech-language pathology program prepares students for national certification and state licensure, with consistently strong program completion and exam pass rates that reflect graduates' readiness for professional practice.
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Clinical Experience While You Study

Both undergraduate and graduate students participate in practicum experiences across speech, language, and hearing, working directly with clients under expert supervision to build the clinical confidence and skills you'll carry into your career.
Undergraduate Practicum Graduate Practicum
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Experiential Learning

Students across the School of Health Sciences learn through real clinical experience. Faculty mentorship, hands-on practice, and direct client and patient care prepare you for professional practice from day one.
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Facilities

The School of Health Sciences gives students access to professional-grade facilities including the Center for Speech and Hearing, nursing simulation labs, the Autism Center, and athletic training and health sciences labs. For every School of Health Sciences program, hands-on clinical experience is built into every program.
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Handbooks

Our handbooks include everything you need to know about how the School of Health Sciences operates. You'll find policies, procedures, and program-specific information.
BSN Handbook RN-BSN Handbook MSN Handbook
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Accreditations

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Location

Office Location

Crisp Hall 107

Mailing Address

One University Plaza, MS 0000
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701