Admissions Information

Contact

Mailing Address
One University Plaza, MS 7275
Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701

Yes, virtually! However, our office in Academic Hall is closed at this time and our Admissions staff is working from home.

Who should I contact?

If you are an undergraduate freshmen or transfer student and you know the name of your admission counselor, contact your counselor directly for the fastest service. Want to find out who your admission counselor is? Meet our admissions team!

We are here to help! Here are several ways to reach us:

Campus Tours	Casey Hohler	Tours@semo.edu	(573) 576-0778
College Planning	Tameka Herrion	collegeplanning@semo.edu	(573) 388-6206
Freshmen	Lenell Hahn	admissions@semo.edu	(573) 651-2590
Graduate (Domestic)	Alisa McFerron	graduate@semo.edu	(573) 651-5937
International (Undergraduate/Graduate)	Shvetha Gohn	international@semo.edu	(573) 986-6895
Online		southeastonline@semo.edu	(573) 651-2766
Returning	Brooke Lockhart	returning@semo.edu	(573) 275-4409
Transfer	Lacy Giudicy	transfer@semo.edu	(573) 275-4396

Can I visit campus?

Currently, the only visit option is a virtual one. We have added several videos and photos to help you get to know us. And, we’d love to host a virtual meeting with you. Southeast admission counselors, faculty, staff, and current students are regularly talking with students and families via Zoom.

Are you still accepting applications and awarding scholarships for fall 2020?

Yes! Applications are still being accepted for fall 2020 and we have extended our scholarship deadline to June 1 for the $1,000 to $3,000 Copper Dome Scholarship and $1,000 Residence Life Leadership Award. You can apply online with $0 application fee for summer/fall 2020 undergraduate domestic freshman and transfer students.

What if I don’t have grades for my last semester in high school? What will you use to determine admission?

Admission will be based on the best information you can provide. Acceptable proof of grades includes an official high school transcript with 6th or 7th semester GPA or a self-reported GPA. We will ask you to submit a final high school transcript upon graduation, and when your school is able to process the request. Southeast will not rescind admission of fall 2020 students whose final cumulative grade point average falls below a normally acceptable level. Support services will be offered to students requesting additional academic guidance and support.

If I don’t have a high school class rank, will this affect my scholarships or admission?

Southeast does not use class rank for admissions or scholarship consideration.

I can’t take the ACT/SAT. How will that affect my college admission and scholarships/financial aid?

Southeast has implemented test optional admission criteria for 2020 high school graduates. View our freshman admission guidelines.

My GPA went down for my last semester. Will this affect my scholarships or admission?

Southeast will consider either 6th or 7th semester cumulative GPA for admissions and scholarship consideration.

Will there be any changes to the requirements to receive transfer credit for AP or CLEP exams?

No change.

My last semester high school dual credit courses were online. Will they still count for college credit?

Yes, there is no change to Southeast’s policy for acceptance of dual credit.

I was in college prep (AP, dual credit, or honors courses) my senior year before they were moved online, and we didn’t have in-person instruction. I’m not sure I am ready for college-level work now. What are my options, or what services will be available to help me?

We encourage you to discuss your readiness for college-level work with an academic advisor during new student orientation. Southeast will offer an online/remote orientation and registration program for fall 2020 students. You can sign up for an orientation date.

Will there be opportunities to take summer bridge courses/orientation in person?

Yes, if you need to complete additional coursework to fulfill a core curriculum deficiency, the course can be completed during the summer, either through Southeast or with another college/university.

I am ready to attend First STEP Orientation, but I’m concerned about attending a program on campus at this time. What are my options?

Due to health and safety concerns and current social gathering restrictions, in-person First STEP and Transfer Orientation programs scheduled through June 30 have been cancelled. First STEP Orientation and Transfer Orientation for Fall 2020 has been moved to a hybrid model that will feature online, individual phone/Zoom appointments, and in person components when it is safe to do so.

Reserve your First STEP orientation date.

Reserve your Transfer orientation date or schedule an advising appoint as a transfer student.

Can I still complete a housing contract for fall 2020 and have any of the room selection timelines changed?

We are still accepting housing contracts for fall 2020 and our room selection timelines have not changed. While you cannot come see our halls in-person right now, you can view them virtually with 360 degree photos and room layout images .

Complete your housing contract.

View room selection information.

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