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- School Code: 250100
- Phone: (573) 442-2211
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
86.19%FINANCIAL AID RATE
96%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
50FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,802Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Elementary Education Degree
The elementary education program at Southeast Missouri State University prepares students for careers as elementary teachers. The program focuses on teaching students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through eighth grade, depending on the school system or state regulations. Program courses include preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer elementary education degrees.
The Elementary Education program at Southeast Missouri State University is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education for more than 71 years.
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Southeast Missouri State University (Stephens)
1200 E Broadway, Columbia, MO
Southeast Missouri State University provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Cape Girardeau, MO and publically funded. Approximately eleven thousand students enroll at Southeast Missouri State University per year.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Communications And Journalism
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions to SE. A score between 890 - 1190 on the SAT, or 20 - 25 for the ACT is common among admitted students. More information from the admissions office can be found at semo.edu.
The tuition at Southeast Missouri State University varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $7,200 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $13,000 for the year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $5,700. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is typically grants and loans.
The Southeast Missouri State University Redhawks participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at semo.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Elementary Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southeast Missouri State University has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than Four-Year Award
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
---|---|
Less Than Four-Year Award | 0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 37 |
Master's Degree | 29 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 4 |
Female | 62 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 4 |
White | 62 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Elementary Education program at Southeast Missouri State University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
Description
Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, elementary school teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the candidates Southeast Missouri State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Southeast Missouri State University may provide services to students like:- Online course work available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Southeast Missouri State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Basketball (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Track and Field (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Football (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Gymnastics
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball