Ready for the Next Step?
Whether your field requires a graduate degree or you are just seeking to further your education and advance your career, Southeast offers graduate programs both on campus and online to help you reach your goals. Admission requirement information is located below. If you want to learn more about graduate studies at Southeast or our graduate programs, we have lots to share! If you are looking for someone to contact about your program of interest, look them up in the Graduate Coordinator and Faculty Directory list.
General Application Deadlines
The application for admission, official transcripts, and other required documents should be submitted no later than the dates listed below.
Priority Deadline: The priority deadline is an opportunity for prospective students to express their keen interest in joining our community. Your application will be among the first to be reviewed when more spots are available, you will be considered for the widest range of financial support available and will have more time to connect with faculty advisors or mentors.
Final Deadline: The final deadline isthe last date on which we can accept applications for the upcoming academic cycle. While applications received by this date are given complete consideration, they might not benefit from the advantages associated with the priority deadline.
Past Deadlines: Some programs accept domestic students through the start of classes. Email admissions@semo.edufor questions about this possibility for domestic students.
If you have questions regarding general deadlines, email domestic admissions at admissions@semo.eduor international admissions at international@semo.edu.
NOTE:Some programs have earlier admission deadlines. Be sure to review the early application deadlines below for Applied Computer Science (M.S), Applied Nutrition (M.S.), Athletic Training (M.S.), Communication Disorders (M.A.), Cybersecurity (M.S.), Mental Health Counseling (M.A.), and School Counseling (M.A.).
Domestic Student Deadlines
| Term | Fall | Spring | Summer | Mid-semester (8-week)* |
| Priority Deadline | March 1 | October 1 | March 1 | Fall: September 15 Spring: February 15 |
| Final Deadline | August 1 | December 1 | May 1 |
International Student Deadlines
| Term | Fall | Spring | Summer | Mid-semester (8-week)* |
| Priority Deadline | March 1 | October 1 | IEP Students Only | |
| Final Deadline | July 1 | November 1 |
*Mid-semester start (8 weeks) is available to domestic applicants for a limited number of programs including:
Agribusiness (M.S.), Educational Administration (Specialist), Exceptional Child (M.A.), Healthcare Management (M.S.), Higher Education Administration (M.A.), MBA, Management (M.S.), Teacher Leadership (M.A.), Teacher Leadership (Specialist)
Contact the department for additional details.
Programs with Early Application Deadlines
The application for admission, official transcripts, and other required documents should be submitted no later than the dates listed.
If you have questions regarding early deadlines, email domestic admissions at admissions@semo.eduor international admissions at international@semo.edu.
| Program | Deadline |
| Applied Computer Science (M.S.) | Fall: March 1 (International) Spring: October 1 (International) |
| Applied Nutrition (M.S.) | Summer Admission Only: January 15; Complete files reviewed in January |
| Athletic Training (M.S.) | Summer Admission Only: March 1; Complete files reviewed as received |
| Communication Disorders (M.A.) | Summer Admission Only: January 15; Complete files reviewed in February |
| Cybersecurity (M.S.) | Fall: March 1 (International) Spring: October 1 (International) |
| Mental Health Counseling (M.A.) | Summer/Fall Admission Only: February 1 Preferred; Complete files reviewed in February |
| School Counseling (M.A.) | Summer/Fall: February 1 Preferred; Complete files reviewed in February |
Required Documents for Admission
To complete your graduate application, we may need additional documents based on your program. Most documents can be uploaded directly to your online application (excluding official transcripts). Official transcripts can be sent directly from the college to the address below.Don't miss the deadline to turn in all documents (listed above).
- Southeast Missouri State University
Office of Admissions, MS 3550
One University Plaza
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
admissions@semo.edu - Southeast Missouri State University
International Education and Services
One University Plaza, MS 2000
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
international@semo.edu
| Program | Cumulative GPA | Test Scores | Additional Documents |
| Agribusiness (M.S.) | 2.75 | ||
| Applied Behavior Analysis (M.A.) | 3.25 | 2 Reference Letters *Letter of Intent International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 | |
| Applied Computer Science (M.S.) | 3.0 | Applicants need to achieve either anIELTS Academic 6.0, a TOEFL iBT 80, a PTE Academic 55, or a Duolingo English 110. | |
| Applied Nutrition (M.S.) | 3.0 | MSAN Program Application and supplemental documents(in addition to University application) | |
| Athletic Training (M.S.) | 3.0 | Complete theATCAS Application. Includes 2 reference letters. In addition, official college transcripts must be sent directly to ATCAS. A University application must also be submitted. | |
| Autism Spectrum Disorder Certificate | 2.75 | International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 | |
| Biology (MS) | 2.75 | 2 Reference Letters (waived if Thesis Option Faculty Sponsor Agreement received) Faculty Sponsor Agreement | |
| Cloud Computing Certificate | 2.5 | Applicants need to achieve either anIELTS Academic 6.0, a TOEFL iBT 80, a PTE Academic 55, or a Duolingo English 110. | |
| Communication Disorders (M.A.) | 3.0 | Complete theCSDCAS Application.Includes 2 Reference Letters. In addition, official college transcripts must be sent directly to CSDCAS. A University application must also be submitted. | |
| Counseling (Specialist) | 3.5 | 2 Reference Letters | |
| Criminal Justice (M.S.) | 3.0 | *Letter of Intent | |
| Cybersecurity (M.S.) | 3.0 | Applicants need to achieve either anIELTS Academic 6.0, a TOEFL iBT 80, a PTE Academic 55, or a Duolingo English 110. | |
| Cybersecurity Certificate | 2.5 | Applicants need to achieve either anIELTS Academic 6.0, a TOEFL iBT 80, a PTE Academic 55, or a Duolingo English 110. | |
| Educational Administration (Specialist) | 3.5 | Valid Professional Teaching Certificate Resume verifying 2 years of classroom teaching experience | |
| Educational Leadership (MA) | 2.75 | Valid Professional Teaching Certificate Resume verifying 2 years of classroom teaching experience International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 | |
| Educational Studies - Secondary Education (M.A.) | 2.75 | International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 | |
| Educational Technology - Secondary Education (M.A.) | 2.75 | International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 | |
| Elementary Education (M.A.) | 2.75 | Valid Professional Teaching Certificate or State ContentExam or GRE | International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 |
| English (M.A.) | 2.5 | ||
| Environmental Science (M.S.) | 2.5 | GRE is only required for probationary and GA position consideration. | 2 Reference Letters *Letter of Intent |
| Exceptional Child (M.A.) | 2.75 | Valid Professional Teaching Certificate or State Content Exam or GRE | International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 |
| Healthcare Management (M.S.) | 3.0 | ||
| Healthcare Management Certificates | 3.0 | ||
| Higher Education Administration (M.A.) | 2.75 | International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 | |
| Industrial/Organizational Psychology (M.A.) | 3.0 | 3 Reference Letters *Letter of Intent | |
| Management (M.S.) | 2.75 | *Letter of Intent and resume with 3 Professional/Business References | |
| MBA | 3.0 | ||
| Mental Health Counseling (M.A.) | 3.0 | 3 Reference Letters International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 | |
| Middle & Secondary Education: STEM Content (MAT) | 2.5 | State Licensure Exam | International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 |
| Nursing (MSN) | 3.25 | MSN Program Application (submit before the University application which is also required) | |
| Nutrition & Exercise Science (M.S.) | 3.0 | ||
| Public Administration (MPA) | 2.7 | *Letter of Intent & Resume | |
| Public History (M.A.) | 2.75 | *Letter of Intent & Writing Sample | |
| School Counseling (M.A.) | 3.0 | 3 Reference Letters International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 | |
| School Psychological Examiner Post-Graduate Certificate | 3.5 | 4 Reference Letters | |
| Special Reading K-12 Licensure Certificate | 2.75 | Valid Professional Teaching Certificate | |
| Teacher Leadership (M.A.) | 2.75 | Valid Professional Teaching Certificate International Applicants Minimum Score - IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE Academic 64 or Duolingo English 125 | |
| Teacher Leadership (Specialist) | 3.5 | Valid Professional Teaching Certificate | |
| Technology Management (M.S.) | 3.0 | ||
| TESOL (M.A.) | 2.5 |
*View the Graduate Bulletin for details.
